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Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Black bean burger with sofrito ketchup and creamy lime spread from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Plant based burgers with a sweet and savory ketchup and zesty sour cream and lime sauce
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, Lime, Panfry, Sandwich, Vegetarian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2-15 ounce cans Black Beans drained, NOT rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • Pinch Crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Oats, uncooked
  • 4 teaspoons Olive oil
  • 6 Hamburger buns
  • Your favorite cheese, sliced (optional)
  • Raisin Sofrito Ketchup
  • Creamy Lime Spread

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

Creamy Lime Spread

  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or mayonnaise
  • Zest from 1 lime
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, crushed and/or minced into a paste
  • 12 tablespoon Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Meanwhile, mash drained black beans with a potato masher or pastry blender (or pulse in food processor) until coarsely chopped but not pureed. Add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and dry oats. Lightly mix until well combined.
  • Form bean mixture into 6 even patties to match shape of buns and set aside.
  • Add 2 teaspoons olive oil to preheated skillet and swirl to coat. Sauté 3 burgers over medium-high heat until crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. If using cheese place on burger patties and allow to melt. Repeat with remaining olive oil and burgers.
  • Spread bottom bun with 2 tablespoons Raisin Sofrito Ketchup (see recipe below.) Top with cooked burger patty and Creamy Lime Spread (see recipe below.) Enjoy!

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

  • Place all ingredients in large measuring cup or blender jar and process/blend to desired texture. (Raisins can be softened with boiling water for a few minutes first for a slightly softer texture.)

Creamy Lime Spread

  • Combine the sour cream (or mayonnaise), lime zest, lime juice, olive oil and garlic in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Grilled Coconut Lime Chicken

Grilled Coconut Lime Chicken from Old Havana Foods
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Grilled Coconut Lime Chicken

Creamy coconut milk and tart Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade combine for a delicious twist.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Indian, Keto, Latin
Keyword: Chicken, Coconut milk, Grill, Lime, Low-carb
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Old Havana Foods Mojo – Citrus Garlic Marinade
  • 3/4 cup Full fat coconut milk, unsweetened
  • 2 teaspoons Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
  • 2 1/2 to 3 pounds Chicken pieces (boneless, skinless chicken thighs are best)
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Mix Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade, coconut milk, sugar, ginger and red pepper (if using) in a glass or stainless steel bowl or plastic bag. Mix well to combine.
  • Place chicken in marinade and toss well to coat. Marinate as few as 30 minutes for small pieces or overnight for larger pieces.
  • Remove chicken from marinade wiping as much marinade off of chicken and reserving. Place reserved marinade in small saucepan and cook over low heat until simmering, stir and simmer on very low heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile grill chicken until thoroughly cooked and no pink juices flow when pierced, approximately 150°F for breast meat, 175 to 180°F for legs and thighs. Allow chicken to rest at least 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
  • OPTIONAL – brush on Old Havana Foods Mango Pineapple BBQ Sauce during last 5 minutes of cooking. Serve with additional sauce for dipping.

Notes

Serve with cooked marinade and fully cooked white rice or use cauliflower “rice” for a low-carb (Keto friendly) version. Approximately 1/6 of the recipe contains:
305 calories, 14 g fat, 38 g protein, 7 g carbs.
Nutrition was calculated using Living Cookbook V 1.5, and USDA nutrition data for 2.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs, raw. Feel free to make your own calculations.

Spanish Rice

Bowl of Vegan Spanish Rice made with Old Havana Foods Sofrito
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Spanish Rice

Savory yellow rice made with Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe. Delicious as is for a side dish or add your leftover proteins and cooked veggies for a full meal!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Mexican, Spanish
Keyword: Sofrito, Stovetop, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 to 5 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Ina medium saucepan combine 12 ounces of Old Havana Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe and water. Stir well. Bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to lowest setting, add rice, stir well. Cover pot and simmer 18 to 20 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring every 5 minutes.

Notes

Our favorite rice to use is jasmine (slightly floral and a little stickier) or basmati – an Indian rice which is more savory (it has a popcorn aroma!) However any rice will work well – only the texture will be slightly different for each type of rice.

Fiery Shrimp Creole (Camarones Enchilados Picante)

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Fiery Shrimp Creole (Camarones Enchilados Picante)

Shrimp bathed in a very spicy sauce of onions, sweet & hot peppers and tomatoes
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Spanish
Keyword: Shrimp, Spicy, Stovetop
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat Old Havana Foods Fiery Hot Chili Cubano, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium stockpot over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, cut shrimp in half lengthwise and check that all veins and shells have been removed.
  • When sauce begins simmering, add shrimp and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until shrimp are cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, add parsley if using. Stir to combine. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

Serve over riced cauliflower for a Keto-friendly, lower carb version.
DO NOT use precooked shrimp or they will not absorb the flavor of the sauce and will get tough.

Glazed Smokie Links or Meatballs

Smokie Links or Meatballs from Old Havana Foods
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Glazed Smokie Links or Meatballs

Sweet and savory smokie links or meatballs bathed in a sweet and spicy sauce are great for a party!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Meatballs, Smokie links
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Slow Cooker Method

  • Combine ingredients in slow cooker vessel. Cook covered on high setting for 2 hours, then uncover and cook another hour or until sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Stir occasionally. Serve with sauce on the side.

Braised Beef Short Ribs with Wine

Braised Beef Short Ribs with Wine from Old Havana Foods
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Braised Beef Short Ribs with Wine

Meltingly tender short ribs braised in a rich sauce of sofrito and red wine
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time4 hours 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef, Braise, Wine
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
  • 3 pounds Boneless beef short ribs (if bone-in use 3 1/2 pounds)
  • 2 teaspoons Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup Dry red wine
  • ½ cup Beef broth
  • 12 ounces Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 large Carrots cut into chunks, or 1 pound baby carrots

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Heat large, ovenable stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat on stovetop. Meanwhile sprinkle pepper over all sides of ribs.
  • Add 1 teaspoon olive oil to pan coating bottom. Brown half the ribs on all sides, about 6 to 8 minutes total. Remove ribs, repeat with remaining 1 teaspoon oil and ribs. Remove ribs and set aside.
  • Add wine and beef broth to pot. Bring to a boil, scraping off the brown bits on pan. Add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe, thyme, carrots, browned ribs and stir well. Cover pot and braise in oven for 4 hours or until tender, flipping beef pieces after two hours.
  • Remove ribs and carrots to a serving dish, cover with foil. Spoon fat off liquid and discard fat. Taste sauce if not concentrated enough in flavor then simmer liquid in pot over medium high heat for until reduced to desired flavor.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste AFTER reducing liquid. Pour sauce over beef and carrots.

Alternate Cooking Method

  • Follow steps 1 through 3 as directed except place browned ribs, vegetables and liquids in slow cooker. Cook on low setting 8 to 10 hours until very tender. Skim fat off of liquid in slow cooker and discard fat.
  • Remove de-fatted cooking liquid from slow cooker vessel and place in medium size sauce pan. Reduce liquid over medium high heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour thickened sauce over beef and carrots in slow cooker.

Notes

Serve with egg noodles, potatoes or your favorite mashed vegetable.

Eggs in Savory Sauce (Huevos en Cazuela a.k.a. Shakshuka)

Eggs in Savory Sauce Huevos en Cazuela Shakshuka from Old Havana Foods
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Eggs in Savory Sauce (Huevos en Cazuela a.k.a. Shakshuka)

Eggs nestled in a delicious sauce of tomatoes, onion and garlic. Choose your favorite heat level.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Mediterranean, Mexican, Spanish, Vegetarian
Keyword: Eggs, Sofrito, Vegetarian
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • Per single egg portion you'd like to prepare:
  • ½ cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito OR Chili Cubano OR Fiery Hot Chili Cubano
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 1 large Egg

Instructions

Notes

Serve with tortillas, chips, pita, roti, naan or toasted bread.
Recipe can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled if made in a large nonstick skillet with lid.

Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles Negros)

Black Bean Soup from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean Soup (Sopa de Frijoles Negros)

It takes just two ingredients and seven minutes to prepare an authentic Cuban classic. Serve chunky or pureed until smooth.
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Spanish
Keyword: black beans, soup
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe
  • 2 – 15 ounce cans Black Beans
  • Sour cream optional topping/garnish
  • Minced onions optional topping/garnish
  • Diced jalapenos optional topping/garnish
  • Cilantro optional topping/garnish
  • Extra-Virgin Olive Oil optional topping/garnish

Instructions

  • For a creamy soup blend contents of Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe with the entire contents of two cans of black beans (do not drain) in a blender or food processor or using a stick blender. Process until smooth. Place in saucepan. For a chunky soup combine all ingredients in saucepan but do not blend.
  • Cover and simmer over medium low heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until heated through, and bubbly stirring occasionally.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls. Garnish with sour cream, minced onions and peppers, chopped cilantro and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

Notes

Great in a bowl or served over white rice or with tortilla chips as a dip.

Seasoned Ground Beef, Pork, Chicken or Turkey ( Picadillo)

Sloppy Joe from Old Havana Foods
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Seasoned Ground Beef, Chicken or Turkey (Picadillo)

Season ground beef, chicken, turkey or pork with Old Havana Foods Sofrito for a versatile entrée served over rice or noodles or use as a filling for lasagna, stuffing for tacos or empanadas.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Filling, Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Spanish
Keyword: Beef, Chicken, Filling, Sandwich, Turkey
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground meat (beef, pork, chicken, lamb or turkey) (or tofu!)
  • 16 ounces Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe
  • 1/4 cup Pimento stuffed or pitted green olives, chopped (optional but very traditional)
  • 1/4 cup Golden raisins, coarsely chopped (optional but very traditional)
  • 2 tablespoons Dry sherry (optional but very traditional)

Instructions

  • Preheat non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meat until no longer pink, breaking up pieces with spoon.
  • Add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe, stir well to combine.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5 to 7 minutes, until bubbly, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve on buns for sloppy joes, in tortillas for tacos, with chips as a hearty dip, over cooked pasta, as an empanada filling, in a lasagna … the possibilities are endless!

Notes

The traditional recipe includes the chopped green olives (for a briny flavor), raisins (for a little natural sweetness) and sherry (for depth of flavor.) It still tastes great without those additions.
For a truly traditional Cuban meal called Nino ‘Pa la Escuala (Little Boy Going to School) serve over white rice topped with a fried egg and pan fried sweet plantains (maduros.)

Cuban Roast Pork

Cuban Roast Pork from Old Havana Foods
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Cuban Roast Pork

Magical flavor with only TWO ingredients. A holiday classic – tender roast pork shoulder loaded with garlic and citrus flavor! Leftovers are perfect for making Cuban sandwiches.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Spanish
Keyword: Mojo, Pork, Roast, Tender
Servings: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut pork into large chunks, roughly 2 to 3 inches.
  • Place pork in heavy, oven-safe dish, with fatty sides up. Pour Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade over pork. Cover, roast 2 hours.
  • Flip meat pieces over. Cover and roast an additional 1½ hours. Uncover, roast ½ hour longer or until tender and top of pork is starting to brown.
  • Spoon most of the clear liquid fat off of the top of the juices in pan. Using two forks, pull pork apart into bite size chunks. Toss meat lightly with remaining liquid in pan to coat pork.

Notes

Serve as is with a side of Old Havana Foods Fully Prepared Black Beans and fried plantains for a traditional Cuban holiday dish!