Tasty Cuban Eats

Sheppard's Pie with a Twist! Who doesn't love this comfort food?? We've made it two ways - with mashed potatoes OR mashed plantains. Which do you prefer??? Ingredients:... Mashed Potatoes Yukon potatoes, 6 - peeled & quartered Unsalted butter, 1/2 cup Milk, 1 cup Pinch of salt Mashed Plantains: Green plantains, partially ripened, 3 - ends cup off and cut into 1/3 chunks with skin on Olive oil, 1/2 cup Pinch of salt Meat: Olive oil, 1 tbs Red onions, 1cup - chopped Garlic, 1 tbs - minced (or garlic powder) Lean ground beef, 600g Ground cumin, 1 tsp Carrots, 1/2 cup - diced (optional) Bell peppers, 1 cup - chopped (optional) Frozen peas, 1 cup (optional) Ropa sauce, 1 cup (available for purchase or sub for tomatoe paste or crushed tomatoes + 2 bay leaves + 1 tsp sugar + 1 tsp salt + 1 tsp oregano) How to Make: Mashed Potatoes Boil potatoes on medium heat for 10 minutes until fork-tender Mash, add butter, milk and salt to taste Mashed Plantain: Boil plantains on medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, until you are able to smash with fork Mash, add olive oil and salt to taste Pre-heat oven to 400deg F Meat: Add olive oil to saucepan on medium heat & saute red onions for a few minutes, then add garlic Add ground beef & cook approx. 5 mins Add carrots and bell peppers (optional) Add ground cumin & ropa sauce Cook for a few more minutes Add frozen peats & turn off heat Scoop meat mixture onto bottom of casserole dish Add a layer of mashed potatoes or plantains on top Bake for 20 mins, then broil on high for 5 mins. Enjoy on it's own or with a salad or sauteed vegetables!

Yucca fries with our killer ropa sauce So simple, yet addictive!!! Ingredients:... Fresh yucca (cassava), skin removed & cut into 1/3 chunks or frozen yucca Salt or other spices Vegetable oil How to Cook: Bring a large pot of water to boil Add 2 tsp salt Boil for 30mins until yucca is soft Sprinkle a bit of salt or other spices Pre-heat oil in frying pot to 400 deg F Deep fry yucca for 20mins until golden Remove onto a paper towel lined plate Enjoy on it's own or with our signature ropa sauce!!!

Welcome to cooking with Marlene & Thuy! Today, we are sharing with you a simple recipe for Mojo Chicken. Ingredients:... Boneless chicken thights (or breasts), 4 Mojo sauce (homemade or available at tastycubaneats.com), 1/2 cup Olive oil, 1 tbs Salt, 1/4 tsp How to Cook: Marinade chicken 2-4hrs in fridge Pan fry with olive oil 3-4 minutes for side, until fully cooked Served with steamed basmati rice, arugula salad and black bean soup. Enjoy! #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #takeoutfood #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #mojo #mojochicken

Cuban croquetas made from scratch. These are flavorful bite size fritters with a crispy outside and a delicious creamy inside with notes of pork and spices. We sell them pre-frozen. Fry them up quickly as an appetizer, snack, or meal. Eat them on their own, or dipped in your favourite sauce!... One dozen for $18. PM or call to place your order. (437) 229-4153 Have a wonderful day!

Who doesn't love a refreshing pica de gallo (I like it with a kick!) and creamy gaucamole with crunchy tortilla chips?? What's your favourite pairing with pica or guacamole? Gaucamole on toast with a tomatoe slice + microgreens?... Pica paired served with a nice piece of steak or chickent? #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #takeout #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #picadegallo #guacamole

Cuban Red Bean Soup made with Spanish chorizo. Great as a side or as a meal on it's own. What's your go-to comfort soup on a cool, autumn day???... #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #takeout #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #cubanredbeans #redbeansoup

Have you tried Cuban Ajiaco soup? It's is a hearty soup made by slow cooking chunks of meat, sofrito, butternut squash, green plantain, yucca, malanga, and fresh corn. Finished with cilantro and lime juice. It hits the spot with this colder fall weather!... Available for a limited time. #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #ajiaco #soup

Cuban Red Bean Soup made with Spanish chorizo. Great as a side or as a meal on it's own. What's your go-to comfort soup on a cool, autumn day???... #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #takeout #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #cubanredbeans #redbeansoup

Have you tried Cuban Ajiaco soup? It's is a hearty soup made by slow cooking chunks of meat, sofrito, butternut squash, green plantain, yucca, malanga, and fresh corn. Finished with cilantro and lime juice. It hits the spot with this colder fall weather!... Available for a limited time. #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #ajiaco #soup

Thanksgiving is less than a week away!!! Who's looking forward to some family time and yummy eats? What's cooking at your house this Thanksgiving??? If you plan on hosting your family and want to take a break from cooking, please get in touch with us by Oct 7th.... #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #catering #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #supportlocal #womeninbusiness #thanksgivingdinner

Are you in the mood for some Garbanzo Bean Stew? This one is made with beef, chorizo and smoked bacon. We just perfected our recipe and would love to share with you. Send us an email to let us know you would like to have this recipe and more monthly recipes! [email protected]... #tastycubaneat s#cubanfood #cubancuisine #foodies #foodies of instagram #garbanzobeans #chickpeas #stew #soup

Are you in the mood for some Garbanzo Bean Stew? This one is made with beef, chorizo and smoked bacon. We just perfected our recipe and would love to share with you. Send us an email to let us know you would like to have this recipe and more monthly recipes! [email protected]... #tastycubaneat s#cubanfood #cubancuisine #foodies #foodies of instagram #garbanzobeans #chickpeas #stew #soup

Thursdays are recipe-perfecting days for us. We'll be sharing many of our favorite Cuban-inspired recipes soon! Today we treated ourselves to a nice, hearty lunch with pan- seared halibut, a salad, pica de gallo, guacamole, and crispy tostones. Missing from this pic is also squash frituras (fritters) and red bean soup!

Thursdays are recipe-perfecting days for us. We'll be sharing many of our favorite Cuban-inspired recipes soon! Today we treated ourselves to a nice, hearty lunch with pan- seared halibut, a salad, pica de gallo, guacamole, and crispy tostones. Missing from this pic is also squash frituras (fritters) and red bean soup!

Are you ready to take a break from cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year so you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy your family gathering? We have the solution for you! We've created a Cuban-Inspired Thanksgiving dinner for pick-up or delivery. Delicious & nutritious! Contact us for more details: ... [email protected] (437) 229-4153 See more

Beef Ropa Vieja is a dish made from braised flank steak or beef chuck that gets shredded. It’s cooked low and slow with tomatoes and a sofrito of onions, garlic, and peppers. We serve it over white rice to soak up the delicious sauce! Add your choice of a complimentary side such as our addictive plantain chips, yucca fries, yucca con mojo, salad or more! Ready to dig into this deliciousness? ... Use code 10F to get $10 off of your first order with us online: tastycubaneats.com

What more can a girl ask for? Good company, tasty cuban eats, music and salsa dancing! Check out our EVENTS page for our upcoming Pig Roast. Nearly sold out, so we'll be adding a another date in Sept.

What more can a girl ask for? Good company, tasty cuban eats, music and salsa dancing! Check out our EVENTS page for our upcoming Pig Roast. Nearly sold out, so we'll be adding a another date in Sept.

Cuban style croquetas. Flavourful bite-sized fritters traditionally made with ham. These ones are made with duck, and served with a sweet & sour sauce. #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy... #torontofoodie #torontofood #newmarketontario #auroraontario #croquetas #croquettes #appetizers See more

Taking a horse & buggy ride to check out a highly recommended food establishment in Havana called Buena Vista Restaurant. The ride was fun. The restaurant however, was a thumbs down for us in terms of food. #tastycubaneats #cuba #havana #cubanculture #travel #ilovecuba #familyandfriends

Maduros. Fried green plantains once they have ripened. What's your fav way to have plantains?? #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #newmarketontario #auroraontario #ropavieja #friedplantains #plantianchips #tostones #maduros #sweetplantain

Are you missing the white sandy beaches in Cuba??? Since you're not able to hop on a flight, we are bringing a Taste of Cuba to YOU! Join us for a Taste of Cuba on Aug 12th or 26th between 12-2pm. Relax and unwind in an outdoor country setting over a delicious lunch. Get ready to salsa the afternoon away while connecting with other women!... To learn more, please visit 'Events' on our FB page or contact us. #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #blackbeansoup #plantainchips #cuba #torontofoodie #torontofood #yorkregion #newmarketontario #auroraontario #supportlocal #vegetarian #vegan #glutenfriendly #womeninbusiness #femaleentrepreneur #networking #

Cuban style croquetas. Flavourful bite-sized fritters traditionally made with ham. These ones are made with duck, and served with a sweet & sour sauce. #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy... #torontofoodie #torontofood #newmarketontario #auroraontario #croquetas #croquettes #appetizers See more

The finishing touches for our Beef Ropa Vieja. Served with steamed rice and plantain chips. Check out our full menu for curb-side pick up Fridays 4-6pm: https://www.facebook.com/pg/tastycubaneats/menu... #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #newmarketontario #auroraontario #ropavieja #shreddedbeef #ricedishes #plantainchips #glutenfriendly

Maduros. Fried green plantains once they have ripened. What's your fav way to have plantains?? #tastycubaneats #cubanfood #cubancuisine #curbsidepickup #fooddelivery #foodie #instafood #foodporn #yummy #torontofoodie #torontofood #newmarketontario #auroraontario #ropavieja #friedplantains #plantianchips #tostones #maduros #sweetplantain