Cuban Appetizer Recipes

I make this soup in a crock-pot which is great because it basically cooks itself and dinner is ready when we are. I use re-hydrated black beans and simply add all the ingredients in at once – except for the garnish of course. This soup is not only delicious... - 132.45

Plantains are an indispensable part of Cuban cuisine and this recipe clearly affirms that. Juan Montalvo shares with his viewers an easy-to-make, healthy green plantain soup recipe that would appease the gut of even the fussiest eater. When looking to... - 99.3643

Chickpeas are endlessly versatile and Juan Montalvo very well know this. He uses chickpeas to stir up yet another Cuban favorite soup using chickpeas, a type of Spanish sausage, and some Canadian bacon. A hearty soup to slurp on to any day! - 94.2262

If you intentionally steer clear of unhealthy bingeing, then this recipe will allow you to gorge without flinching. This traditional Cuban favorite is usually fried. However, Juan Montalvo makes this recipe health-friendly by baking the plantains instead of... - 89.4926

If you love your deep fried ripe plantains, but avoid it for all the extra calories it brings to your plate, then you will surely love this recipe. Juan Montalvo shows how you can enjoy this Cuban favorite dish at home by substituting the deep-fried method... - 84.1704

Cuban Spring rolls, made with Mojo marinated pork, avocado, baked plantains, cilantro, and paired with a mango sauce. - 84.0792

Mojo is a traditional Latin American Sauce which is versatile! Can be served over plantain balls or over some fresh bread rolls! Vicki shows you how to get this mojo going! - 82.5907

GETTING READY 1) Wash and remove the veins off the beans. Transfer the beans into a bowl. Cover with enough water and soak them overnight. 2) Drain the beans. Wash them under cold water. 3) Derind the bacon and chop them into little pieces. MAKING 4) Into a... - 45.8861

Melt margarine in a heavy soup kettle or Dutch oven. Add onion and garlic; saute until onion is transparent. Stir in rest of ingredients in order except salt. Add salt the last 30 minutes of cooking. Cook 2 to 3 hours or until beans are tender (depends upon... - 45.7111

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the beans, water, and broth and bring to a boil over... - 44.1329

Rinse beans; cover with 5 cups water. Bring to boiling; simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 1 hour. Bring beans back to boiling. Simmer beans 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Drain beans, reserving liquid. In a blender container combine beans, beef broth, green... - 43.0859

Drain the beans when they are tender and mash them slightly with a fork. (The bean stock would be excellent stock for the soup, so don't throw it away.) Heat the oil in a large-soup pot or pressure cooker that holds at least 4 quarts. Saute the onions,... - 42.8095

Rinse black beans and soak overnight in the 10 cups water, with 1 teaspoon salt, and the green bell pepper. In a large heavy-bottom soup kettle, bring the beans, soaking water, and pepper to a boil. Simmer until tender, about 45 minutes. Remove the green... - 42.6946

Sort and rinse beans; place in a 4-quart pot. Add water to a level 3 inches above beans. Bring beans and water to a boil. Boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain beans, discarding water. Return beans to pot. Add 2 quarts water,... - 42.4613

In a 10- to 12-quart pan over medium-high heat, combine oil, salt pork, ham, onions, garlic, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and lightly browned and all liquid has evaporated, about 40 minutes. Sort beans and remove any... - 41.8202

Sort and wash beans; place beans in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to a depth of 2 inches above beans. Bring to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain beans, and set aside. Place oil in Dutch oven; place over medium-high heat... - 41.4634

Put beans into a large heavy saucepot or Dutch oven and add boiling water; boil rapidly 2 minutes. Cover tightly, remove from heat, and set aside 1 hour. Add salt to beans and liquid; bring to boiling and simmer, covered, until beans are soft. Put the garlic,... - 41.334

Spray large saucepan with cooking spray, heat over medium heat until hot. Sauté onions, carrots, jalapeno chili and garlic until onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, pasilla chilies, oregano and cumin; cook over medium heat, covered, until... - 41.113

Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water 2 inches above beans; let soak overnight. Drain beans, and return to Dutch oven. Add 9 cups water, 2 cloves garlic, and salt; bring to a boil. Cover partially; reduce heat to medium-low, and... - 40.9064

Drain the beans and place them in a large pan with the water. Bring to the boil and boil vigorously for 10 minutes. Lower the heat. Add the sweet potato or yam, bay leaf and ginger, if using. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender,... - 40.6624

Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven or stockpot. Add 10 cups water and salt, and bring to a boil; cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour. Add celery and next 10 ingredients to beans. Bring mixture to a boil; cover, reduce... - 40.5356

Prepare marinated rice. Set aside for 1 hour or until next day; bring to room temperature before serving. Heat oil in a 5 quart pan over medium heat. Add onions, green peppers, and garlic; cook, stirring, until limp. Add stock, cumin, oregano, vinegar, and... - 40.3594

Cuban Black Bean Soup is an irresistible recipe that you simply can't resist. Try this Cuban Black Bean Soup; I am sure you will have a huge fan following for this one! - 40.1556

1. In large bowl, place beans with enough water to cover by 2 inches. Soak overnight. 2. Drain and rinse beans. In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots, onions, and celery; cook, stirring, until tender, for about 10 minutes. Add garlic,... - 40.1024

Cook beans in water and salt until soft. While beans are cooking, saute onion, bell pepper, celery and carrots in oil until onions are brown. Add garlic, cumin, vinegar and Maggi's seasoning. Cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Drain a little water from the beans, add... - 40.0315

Soak the beans overnight in enough cold water to cover. Drain and add fresh water to cover, then simmer until they are almost tender (approximately 2 hours). Cook all the chopped vegetables in oil until they are almost tender. Add to the beans, with chicken... - 39.4377

Soak the black beans overnight in the 6 cups of water. Drain the beans. Place in a very large ovenproof casserole or small roasting pan. Add the onions, ginger, garlic, celery, peppers, parsley, thyme, and bay leaf. Add enough water to cover the ingredients... - 37.5512

1. Combine beans with water in a large kettle. Bring to boiling and boil 2 minutes; cover. Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour. 2. Bring beans to boiling again, add pepperoni and onions; reduce heat; cover. Simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally, or until... - 35.4547

Stephanie, The Posh Pescatarian, takes you on a culinary adventure to Cuba and creates an incredible Havana style whole fish and blackeye pea fritters called bollitos - Cuba on a plate! ¡Muy Delicioso! and perfect for good luck in the New Year! - 33.9426

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large Dutch oven; bring mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently. 2. Add tomato and remaining ingredients to bean mixture. Cook, uncovered, over low heat 30 additional minutes,... - 32.509

Do you want to create a good impression among your friends? well then try this tomato bisque soup recipe. You are surely going to win their heart. This tomato bisque soup is not only delicious but also very nutritious. - 29.8306

1. In a 5- to 6-quart (5- to 6-liter) pan, combine oil and onion. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until onion is deep golden (about 20 minutes). Add 1% cups (420 ml) broth (or 2 3/4 cups/ 650 ml if using instant beans). 2. Add tomatoes and their liquid... - 26.7537

In saucepan, heat all ingredients just to boiling, stirring occasionally. - 20.7832

1. Combine soup, water, curry powder and grated lemon rind in an electric-blender container or in a bowl; cover and whirl mixture until smooth. Chill. 2. Pour into chilled glasses or cups. Garnish with lemon slices and sieved hard-cooked egg, if you wish. - 20.2709

GETTING READY 1. Open the red beans and drain and wash the water from the can. 2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in quarter and keep them in a large salad bowl. 3. Slice the onion, chop the fresh cilantro, dice the green chili pepper and mince the garlic, keep them... - 0