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Quick ‘n Easy Kung Pao

Plate of Kung Pao made with Old Havana Sofrito
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Quick ‘n Easy Kung Pao

East meets West in this super simple riff on a Chinese classic. Old Havana Foods Sofrito plus hoisin and your favorite protein and veggies combine for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Beef, Chicken, Shrimp, Sofrito, Stir-fry, Tofu
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe
  • 1/2 cup Hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
  • 3 teaspoons Vegetable oil we prefer peanut oil
  • 2 medium Zucchini, diced
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 pound your favorite protein chicken, shrimp, beef, pork or tofu
  • 1/4 cup peanuts

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • In a bowl, mix Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe, hoisin sauce, water and crushed red pepper if using, until well combined.
  • Add 1 teaspoon oil to preheated skillet and swirl to coat. Sauté zucchini over medium-high heat until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove zucchini from pan and set aside. Repeat with 1 teaspoon oil and red peppers sautéing 5 minutes and then setting aside. Repeat with remaining oil and protein sautéing approximately 5 to 7 minutes or until raw meat is cooked through.
  • Return sauteed zucchini and peppers to pan and combine with the cooked protein. Reduce heat to medium. Add sofrito-hoisin mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces. Heat through until bubbly.
  • Top with peanuts if using. Serve over cooked rice. Enjoy!

Seafood Ceviche with Avocado

Seafood Ceviche with Avocado from Old Havana Foods
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Seafood Ceviche with Avocado

Tart and refreshing this seafood ceviche with creamy avocado satisfies on a hot summer day!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Salad
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Mediterranean, Mexican, Peruvian, Spanish
Keyword: Avocado, Mojo, Shrimp
Servings: 4 to 6 people

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup Minced red or yellow onoin
  • 1 pound Cooked seafood, cut into bite-size pieces shrimp, scallops, calamari or firm white fish
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 medium Avocado

Instructions

  • In medium bowl combine ¼ cup Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade, tomato paste and olive oil. Add , hot sauce and cilantro if using, mix well. Add onoin and seafood and mix well to coat. Season with salt and pepper and more Mojo Marinade of desired. Stir to combine. Refrigerate up to 4 hours.
  • Just before serving chop avocado into ½” dice. Add to seafood mixture, combine gently so as not to smash avocado pieces.

Notes

Serve with tortilla or pita chips or as traditionally done in Latina America – with saltines!

Creamy Cuban Inspired Polenta (Tamal en Cazuela)

Creamy Cuban Inspired Polenta from Old Havana Foods
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Creamy Cuban Inspired Polenta (Tamal en Cazuela)

Creamy comfort food – corn meal/polenta cooked with savory Old Havana Foods Sofrito and meat seasoned with Old Havana Foods Mojo Marinade
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinating Time15 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Brunch, Main Course, Vegan
Cuisine: Cuban, Latin, Mediterranean
Keyword: cornmeal, Sofrito, Vegan
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Marinate meat

To prepare polenta/tamal en cazuela

Instructions

For Meat Based version

  • Marinate pork or chicken with Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade for at least 15 minutes or as long as overnight.
  • Heat medium stockpot over high heat. Meanwhile drain pork from marinade, reserving both.
  • Add olive oil to stockpot and swirl to coat bottom. Add drained meat to pot and brown for 3 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Turn down heat to medium, add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Recipe, sugar and reserved marinade. Cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid scorching.
  • Add chicken broth to pot and stir to combine. Immediately add cornmeal to pot in a steady stream stirring constantly to avoid forming lumps. Bring to a low simmer. Turn heat to very low, cover saucepan and cook approximately 10 minutes until cornmeal is soft and texture is no longer gritty.
  • Season to taste with lime juice, salt and pepper.

For Vegan version

  • Omit meat but use all other marinade ingredients. Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
  • Combine all ingredients in pot and bring to a low boil over medium heat. Continue with steps 5 and 6 as above. If desired for texture, add seasoned sautéed onions and mushrooms to mixture just before serving.

Black Bean & Feta Salad

Black Bean Feta Salad from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean & Feta Salad

A savory yet light summer salad with our mojo citrus garlic marinade, black beans, tomatoes, feta and red onion.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, feta, summer salad
Servings: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz can Black Beans
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade
  • ¼ cup Chopped red onion
  • ⅓ cup Finely chopped tomatoes
  • ⅓ cup Finely chopped red, orange or yellow pepper
  • ⅓ cup Crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix well to combine. Add feta and gently toss being careful not to break up feta too much or it will smear. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad from Old Havana Foods
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Mojito Black Bean & Quinoa Salad

Cool and refreshing summer salad seasoned with our Mojo Marinade combined with quinoa and black beans for extra protein and fiber!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Vegan
Cuisine: American, Spanish, Vegetarian
Keyword: black beans, Quinoa, summer salad, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup Quinoa
  • 1 cup Water
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ cup Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade
  • 2 teaspoons Honey or your preferred sweetener
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup Mint leaves, chopped
  • ¼ cup Minced scallions
  • 1 cup Baby arugula leaves
  • 1-15 ounce can Black Beans drained but NOT rinsed
  • ½ cup Diced red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Minced jalapeños
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan bring quinoa, water and salt to a low simmer. Cook 15 minutes or until tender and water is absorbed. Allow to cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oil, Old Havana Foods Mojo Citrus Garlic Marinade, honey. cilantro, mint, and scallions. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the arugula if using, drained black beans, bell peppers and jalapeños. Toss well to coat with dressing. Add the cooled quinoa, toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

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.

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.

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.