Caribbean
Masitas De Cerdo
Masitas de Cerdo (Puerto Rico, Cuba and Central America) These chunks of pork are traditionally made with pork shoulder and are fried. They are similar to carnitas, the braised pork cubes found on Mexican menus. 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes6 garlic cloves, crushed1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dry […]
Cuban Roasted Pork
Cuban Roasted Pork 1 small (3 to 4 pound) pork shoulder or loin roastJuice of 2 lemons or 1 cup sour orange juice4 teaspoons salt3 teaspoons black pepper3 teaspoons dried oregano6 cloves garlic, minced1 small onion, sliced Marinate pork roast in sour orange or lemon juice for 2 to 3 hours. Remove pork from juice. […]
Adobo
Adobo This sauce is basic to many Puerto Rican recipes. It appears on just about everything, either as a marinade or added as a seasoning. Try a little bit when cooking meat. 5 cloves garlic1 teaspoon dried oregano2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup wine vinegar Peel and mince garlic. Mix garlic, oregano, olive oil and wine […]