Cuban side dishes

Tired of the same old, boring side dishes? Why not add some Cuban flare to your dinner this week by making one of these Cuban side dishes!

Inspired by Yucca con Ajo, these Cuban Mojo Potatoes cooked on the grill in foil packets are loaded with flavor. Combined with garlic, onions, olive oil, lime, and seasonings, sealed tightly in aluminum foil and cooked directly over the charcoals, they are the perfect accompaniment to the Cuban Mojo Chicken or my Mojo Shrimp with Garlic Spinach and Mushrooms.

A big, bright and bold cabbage salad with a citrusy garlic dressing.

These authentic Cuban side dishes are an exciting addition to any meal! From plantains to black beans to croquettes, bring a taste of Cuba to your table today!

Preheat oven or grill to 400 f. Lay out zucchini spears onto a lightly greased pan or baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine oil / butter, paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt,...

Bring the taste of the tropics to your dinner table with these easy Caribbean side dishes. From Cuban black beans to green plantains, they're crazy-good.

Cilantro-Lime Black Bean Rice - easy, healthy, gluten free side dish.

These fried plantains or platanos maduros are very ripe bananas fried in oil until crispy and caramelized. A quick snack or side dish that can be made in under 10 minutes.

Enjoy these flavor-packed Cuban Black Beans simmered with onions, bell peppers, tomato, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and oregano.

Platanos Maduros, fried sweet plantains, are quickly pan fried in butter to create soft and sweet plantains with crispy, caramelized edges.