Authentic Cuban Cuisine

This title provides a delectable collection of more than 100 authentic traditional Cuban recipes. Combining the influence of Spain, Africa, and the Caribbean, Cuban cuisine is as much about family as it is about flavour. This volume brings together more than 100 traditional recipes to provide a culinary tour of classic Cuban foods from starters and salads to mains, meats, and desserts. Created for home cooks by a home cook, the recipes include step-by-step instructions to preparing and presenting such dishes as arroz con pollo (chicken with rice), ropa vieja (shredded beef), poliche (pot roast), flan, and fried sweet ripe plantains. From black beans and ham croquettes to roast pork shoulder with mojo sauce and sweet potato pudding, each entry offers an authentically Cuban gastronomic experience.