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Cuban Tostones con Mojo

One of the most famous and popular Cuban recipes, Tostones con Mojo are fried green plantains served with a sour orange and garlic marinade.

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Cuban Papas Rellenas (Fried Stuffed Potatoes)

Cuban papas rellenas are little orbs of perfection – deep fried, breaded mashed potato balls stuffed with a ground beef picadillo hash. A guaranteed hit at every party!

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Plátanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains)

One of my all-time favorite desserts is a bowl of vanilla ice cream and Cuban plátanos maduros – an iconic side dish made from overripe, black sweet plantains!

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Fricasé de Pollo (easy weeknight version)

Fricasé de pollo (or Cuban chicken fricassee) is a stewed dish featuring tomatoes, green olives, and Yukon gold potatoes. This recipe comes together unbelievably quickly and is perfect for those busy weeknights!

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Cuban Picadillo

Cuban Picadillo is a champion in the realm of simple, home-style comfort foods!

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Frijoles Negros (Cuban Black Beans)

Authentic, briney Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) are a staple of Cuban cooking and possibly my all-time favorite black bean dish.

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Yuca Frita con Mojo

Golden, fried, pillowy  perfection: Yuca Frita con Mojo might be one of the world’s best snacks.

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Cuban Mojo Sauce

Cuban Mojo Sauce (typically just called “mojo”) is a classic condiment that is a must-have for so many different things.

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