Overripe fried plantains 5 overripe plantains (these are the plantains with dark, almost black peeling) oil 1. Cut plantains at a 45-degree angle (on the bias or slanted). 2.

Vying for the most popular dish against curried goat is this comforting stew of long-simmered, fall-off-the-bone tender ...

The simple yet tasty dish goes well with classic Cuban sides: think white rice, black beans, fried plantains, and plenty of lime juice. The crunchy texture is a welcome contrast to the softer ...

Huevos frito a la habanera: Fried eggs, sausage or bacon, home-fried potatoes or toast Tortilla Cubana: Cuban omelet with ham, cheese, chorizo, onions, peppers and olives, home-fried potatoes or toast ...

This Jazz Fest, Congreso Cubano will be serving traditional Cuban dishes at the Cultural Exchange Pavilion all seven days. There will be Ropa Vieja, of course, and also black beans (Frijoles Negros), ...

Fried plantain chips, sometimes called "Cuban potato chips," are delicious paired with traditional mojo dipping sauce. If you can't find naranja agria (sour orange juice), substitute a blend of 1 ...

Cuban sandwiches with fried plantains are on the menu at Aritza's Kitchen in the St. Roch Market food hall. (Staff photo by Ian McNulty, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) ...

The Cuban bread is a little bit more yellowish, and it's hard to find that around here." The grilled sandwiches, which are topped with miniature Cuban flags, also come filled with beef, chicken ...

Either way, the starch will be mashed, fried, and served in a garlicky, savory mound studded with your choice of meat and/or cheese; we recommend crispy chicharrón, a.k.a. fried pork skin.

Overripe fried plantains 5 overripe plantains (these are the plantains with dark, almost black peeling) oil 1. Cut plantains at a 45-degree angle (on the bias or slanted). 2.