What To Know
- This rice is cooked in a flavorful broth, and it is so good that you will want to eat it on its own.
- Top these beans with some diced onions and peppers, and you have a side dish that is full of flavor and really easy to make.
- Also known as cassava, yucca is a staple food in many tropical countries and is often served as a side dish or appetizer.
Looking for some delicious and easy side dishes to pair with your Cuban pork? Look no further! This blog post will provide you with a few ideas for side dishes that will complement your pork perfectly. Whether you’re looking for something light and fresh or hearty and filling, we’ve got you covered. So get out your pots and pans and get ready to create some mouth-watering meals!
– Rice
I am so excited to share these amazing side dishes for Cuban pork! They are the perfect complement to this flavorful and delicious meal. I love the combination of rice, beans, and plantains, and the pork is just so juicy and tender. These side dishes are a must-have for any Cuban-style dinner!
First, let’s talk about the rice. Rice is a staple in many Cuban dishes, and this one is no exception. This rice is cooked in a flavorful broth, and it is so good that you will want to eat it on its own. It is the perfect side to pair with the Cuban pork.
Next, we have the beans. Black beans are a traditional Cuban side dish, and they are packed with flavor. These beans are cooked until they are nice and tender, and they are the perfect addition to this meal.
Finally, we have the plantains. Plantains are a type of banana that is commonly used in Cuban cooking. They are cooked until they are tender and caramelized, and they are the perfect sweet and savory addition to this dish.
– Beans
Most traditional Cuban meals include black beans and rice, and this dish is a good example of why that is. These are really flavorful beans, with a rich, dark broth and lots of seasoning. They go very well with the slightly sweet and spicy flavors of the Cuban pork. Top these beans with some diced onions and peppers, and you have a side dish that is full of flavor and really easy to make.
Ingredients
1 pound dry black beans
1 smoked ham hock
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. In a large soup pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
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– Plantains
Plantains are a staple in Cuban cooking. Similar in texture and flavor to a potato, when fried they are a delicious side dish to compliment any meal. One of the most popular ways to serve plantains is maduros, which are fried ripe plantains. Green plantains, on the other hand, can be boiled and served with a garlic mojo sauce. Whichever way you choose to serve them, plantains are a delicious Cuban side dish that pairs well with any sort of meat, especially Cuban pork.
– Collard greens
Collard greens are a traditional side dish for Cuban pork and are considered to be good luck when served with ham. These greens are not only tasty but also packed with nutrients. They are an excellent source of vitamin K, A, C, and B1, and are also a good source of manganese, copper, and calcium. In addition, collard greens are a good source of fiber, which can help promote digestive health.
To make traditional Cuban-style collard greens, first, sauté 1 medium-sized onion, cut into chunks, in olive oil until it is soft. Add 1 clove of garlic, minced, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Next, add 1 pound of collard greens, washed and cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 cup of chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the greens are tender.
– Yucca
Yucca is a starchy, tuberous root vegetable that is native to the Caribbean and South America. Also known as cassava, yucca is a staple food in many tropical countries and is often served as a side dish or appetizer.
Yucca is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and B vitamins. It is also gluten-free and vegan. When selecting yucca, look for firm, smooth, and blemish-free tubers. Yucca can be boiled, baked, fried, or grilled and served with a variety of savory dishes. It is often boiled or fried and served as a side dish with Cuban pork, a popular dish in many Caribbean countries.
Takeaways
What are you serving with your Cuban pork? Rice, beans, plantains, and collard greens are all traditional side dishes. But have you considered yucca? It’s a root vegetable that’s popular in Cuban cooking. It’s slightly sweet and nutty, and it pairs well with the savory flavors of pork. So, if you’re looking for a new side dish to try with your Cuban pork, why not give yucca a try?
