Cuban sides

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 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.

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!

I always offer to bring a dish when people invite me over, and when they take the offer up, I sometimes get a little flustered trying to come up with something new and different. This salad has been my staple this summer, when I grill out or when asked to bring something along. So next […]

If Cuban side dishes are still a mystery to you, it's about time you know more about these delicious recipes. Follow this article to explore the delicacies that Cuba has to offer.

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,...

On today’s menu is another delicious summer salad – crisp corn on the cob charred to perfection and mixed with a flavor combination that can’t be beat – fresh diced zu…

A great way to grill summer vegetables like squash and zucchinis.