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Cuba Cuisine

North America • Caribbean

5 iconic dishes

Signature Cuba Dishes

🍽️Main Dishes(1)

Cuban Sandwich

Tampa's iconic Cuban invention: layers of savory roast pork, salty ham, melty Swiss cheese, tangy dill pickles, and sharp yellow mustard, all pressed between slices of Cuban bread until golden brown and irresistibly crispy.

Easy•23-25 minutes

🍲Soup Dishes(1)

Ropa Vieja

Cuba's beloved national dish, Ropa Vieja, features tender shredded beef slow-braised in a rich tomato-based sauce with peppers and onions. The name, meaning 'old clothes,' refers to the shredded texture of the beef.

Easy•4 hours

🥔Side Dishes(2)

Arroz con Pollo

A classic Cuban one-pot dish featuring tender chicken braised with aromatic sofrito, vibrant bell peppers, tomatoes, and fluffy rice, colored with the golden hue of saffron or annatto.

Medium•1 hour 10 minutes

Frijoles Negros Cubanos (Cuban Black Beans)

Authentic Cuban black beans, slow-simmered with a fragrant sofrito of onions, peppers, and garlic, infused with cumin and bay leaves. This deeply flavorful and creamy dish is an indispensable side to any Cuban feast.

Easy•2 hours 40 minutes (plus overnight soaking)

🍰Dessert Dishes(1)

Maduros (Sweet Fried Plantains)

Maduros are a beloved Cuban side dish made from ripe plantains fried until they are deeply caramelized, sweet, and tender. They offer a delightful contrast to savory dishes.

Easy•13-15 minutes

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