How to Make the Best Cuban Appetizers

Bruschetta Cubana

Crisp toast rounds with a delicious Cuban-themed tomato salsa.

Camarones para una boda Cubana

We made them famous! Cuban wedding shrimp!

Carne Fría

The Cuban meat roll that is perfect for parties and late-night snacking.

Croquetas

Lightly breaded rolls with great fillings. A favorite at cafe windows all over Miami.

Croquetas de Fufú

What happens when you have a big pile of fufú sitting around YOUR house!

Croquetas de Papas y Jamón

This great version of croquetas combines the taste of ham with mashed potatoes.

Empanadas

Crisp, flaky wedges of pastry surround a filling of ham, beef, chicken and more!

Foccacia Cubana

This isn't a "traditional" Cuban recipe, it's still a nice appetizer for your next party!

Frituras de Malanga

Savory fried malanga root tastes great with a splash of mojo or L.A. garlic Sauce.

Huevos Cubanos

Deviled eggs as they cook them in Cuba – a great hot appetizer.

Mariquitas de Plátanos

Buy the bag if you must, but the best plantain chips are fresh from the fryer.

Mariquitas de Yuca

Yes, you can make some great tasting chips with yuca!

Mariquitas Salsa

No chip is complete without this garlicky sauce.

Pan Frito

Fried bread rounds that can be eaten alone or topped with meats and sauces.

Papas Fritas con Mayonesa

The classic fried potato dish that has graced many a tapas bar menu in Madrid.

Papas Rellenas

The fried potato ball with a succulent meat center.

Pasta de Jamón

An all-purpose ham spread for crackers and fried bread rounds.

Pasta de Carne

An all-purpose beef spread for crackers and fried bread rounds.

Pasta de Pollo

An all-purpose chicken spread for crackers and fried bread rounds.

Tamales

Corn masa ground with fresh golden corn and flecked with crispy bits of roast pork or ham.

ALSO INCLUDES:

Tamales Oriente-Style – The way they made them in the Eastern province of Cuba, with plantain.

Tamal en Cazuela – Leave the stuffing behind and make this tamal casserole.

Yes, You Can Cook Cuban Food! It's Easy!

We Show You How in Two Great Miami Cuban Cookbooks:

Three Guys From Miami Cook Cuban

The original – still great! 100 classic Cuban recipes as they are eaten in Miami today.

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