The Best Cuban Christmas Side Dishes

Arroz Congri (Cuban Black Beans + Rice)

01 Moros y Cristianos (or Congri) is a flavorful Cuban black beans and rice side dish made with long-grain rice, black beans, bacon, and fragrant spices. Get the recipe!

Tostones (Twice-Fried Green Plantains)

02 Tostones are twice-fried plantains made with green plantains that are peeled, sliced, fried, smashed, and then fried again. Get the recipe!

Cuban Yuca con Mojo

03 A simple boiled yuca recipe made Cuban-style with homemade citrus-garlic mojo sauce. Learn how to make this popular Cuban staple from start to finish in just a few easy steps! Get the recipe!

Frijoles Negros (Cuban Black Beans)

04 These frijoles negros are a silky smooth black bean recipe cooked to perfection. The most flavorful Cuban side dish served with white rice! Get the recipe!

Arroz Blanco (How To Make White Rice)

05 Arroz Blanco is an easy white rice side dish typically served with Cuban black beans or Cuban picadillo. Ready in 25 minutes with just 4 ingredients! Get the recipe!

Frijoles Colorados (Authentic Cuban Red Beans)

06 Frijoles Colorados is a smoky, hearty bean dish made with dried red kidney beans, chorizo, ham, sofrito, spices, squash, and potatoes. Get the recipe!

Sweet Plantains (Platanos Maduros)

07 Sweet plantains are made from ripe green plantains that are sliced and then fried until tender in the middle and crisp on the edges. Get the recipe!

Yuca Frita (Yuca Fries / Fried Yuca)

08 Yuca frita (or yuca fries) is a delicious Latin American side dish, appetizer, or snack that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Get the recipe!

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