Cuisine in Cuba

Discover signature dishes and food culture of this country

Americas / Caribbean

Signature dishes

Ropa Vieja

Home-style dish of shredded beef simmered with tomatoes and spices.

  • Main ingredients: Beef, Tomatoes, Bell peppers

Congris (Moros)

Representative staple of black beans and rice cooked together.

  • Main ingredients: Rice, Black beans, Lard

Picadillo

Sweet-savory stir-fry of minced beef with raisins and olives.

  • Main ingredients: Minced beef, Tomato sauce, Raisins

Tostones

Green banana snack smashed and double-fried.

  • Main ingredients: Plantain, Salt

Arroz con Pollo

Saffron rice with chicken.

  • Main ingredients: Rice, Chicken, Saffron

Squid Sauté Creole Sauce

Home dish enjoyed in seafood-rich coastal areas.

  • Region: Santiago area
  • Main ingredients: Squid, Tomatoes, Bell peppers

Sandwich Cubano

Hot sandwich layering roast pork, ham, and pickles.

  • Region: Havana
  • Main ingredients: Roast pork, Ham, Cheese

Yuca con Mojo

Cassava seasoned with garlic sauce.

  • Main ingredients: Cassava, Garlic, Orange juice

Mojito

Refreshing cocktail of rum, lime, and mint.

  • Main ingredients: White rum, Lime, Mint

Ajiaco Negro

Black bean soup. Standard side eaten with rice.

  • Main ingredients: Black beans, Onion, Cumin

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