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Caldosa Cubana (Cuban Stew)
Serves 6-8
Ingredients:
3 pounds pork, cut in cubes
1½ pounds beef, cut in cubes
2 bay leaves…
Added by Hispanic Kitchen on March 27, 2012 at 9:30pm — No Comments
Lomito Completo (Argentine Steak Sandwich)
When it comes to fast food, one of the most classic Argentine sandwiches on offer at the equivalent of an American “greasy spoon” is the lomito completo, a filet mignon steak sandwich piled high with toppings. A basic lomito generally includes lettuce and tomato,…
Added by Katie Metz de Martínez on November 22, 2011 at 3:00pm — No Comments
Carne Fiambre (Cold Meat Roll)
This recipe is perfect for parties and for snacking when you have friends over. Recipe courtesy of Cielito Rosado (www.cielitorosado.com). Used with permission.…
Added by Hispanic Kitchen on November 6, 2011 at 1:23pm — No Comments
Matambre a la Pizza
Argentines worship meat. Argentines adore pizza. And so, they figured out a way to unite these two great loves.…
ContinueAdded by Katie Metz de Martínez on October 29, 2011 at 10:30am — 2 Comments
Bifes a la Criolla
Bifes a la criolla —thinly-sliced steaks stewed with onions, peppers, and potatoes— is a classic Argentine meal, one of those honest, unfussy, flavorful dishes that best characterizes Argentine cuisine. This isn’t the sort of meal you’ll generally tuck into in a restaurant. Instead,…
Added by Katie Metz de Martínez on October 15, 2011 at 11:00am — 2 Comments
Empanadas Salteñas, Argentina's Tastiest Turnovers
By Liz Caskey, cookbook author, wine expert and author of Eat Wine
September initiates the month of Fiestas Patrias in Chile, a monthlong celebration of Chilean Independence day tied to the…
Added by Hispanic Kitchen on September 16, 2011 at 9:30am — 2 Comments
Argentine Asado 101
The Argentine barbecue or asado is more than just a meal; these food-centric get-togethers constitute an important part of Argentine social life. Considered the default means of celebrating birthdays, special events, and holidays, or simply just an excuse to gather with family and…
Added by Katie Metz de Martínez on July 20, 2011 at 9:30am — 2 Comments
The Mexican Tamale: A Delight for the Palate
Of the many delicacies of Mexican cuisine, tamales have always had a special place at my table. My first experience with tamales goes back to a trip to Mexico I made a long while back. I was visiting Puebla and after exiting one of its many…
Added by denisse oller on December 5, 2010 at 3:30pm — 3 Comments
Carne Mechada
This recipe is courtesy of our friend Puerto Rican chef Cielito Rosado.
Yields 8 Servings
Prep. 15 Min. Cooking: 2½ hours
Ingredients:
1 Eye Round (Pot Roast) 3-4 lbs. (aka Boliche, or Lechón de…
Added by Hispanic Kitchen on December 4, 2010 at 7:00pm — No Comments
Tortas: These Little Gems Make a Great Snack
Added by Hispanic Kitchen on November 20, 2010 at 9:21pm — No Comments
Matambre, a Meaty Argentine Delight

I have always wanted to make Matambre, but thought it was too time consuming...though delicious. You have to butterfly the meat, marinade for about six hours, stuff, tie, cook in oven for about 1½ hours, cool then press it down with weights or anything that is heavy, refrigerate…
Added by Norma Torres on October 5, 2010 at 10:00am — 3 Comments
After three years in Mexico, I still run into foodie surprises. This is quite possibly why I've been able to live in this country longer than anywhere else in the past six years - there is always something new on my plate.
Last night it was an alambre, which as it turns out, is a Mexican shish kebab. Alambre actually means "wire" or…
Added by Sarah Menkedick on June 21, 2010 at 10:30am — 3 Comments
Carne Fria
http://hungrysofia.com/2010/05/25/carne-fria/
I was at an event last week when a full tray of sliders slid right past me. While the waiter eluded me, it reminded me of a recipe I've wanted to try for awhile - carne fria. A combination of ground sirloin, pork, and sometimes fois-gras, it's baked or poached…
ContinueAdded by Ana Sofia Pelaez on June 3, 2010 at 11:30am — 3 Comments
Albondigas: Meatballs, Party Style

Sopa de albóndigas is one of those Mexican dishes that every grandmother makes. Each restaurant has a recipe, and nearly all families enjoy it throughout the year, despite the heat in Mexico. Strangely, the roots of this delicious meatball soup trace back to the Middle East. In Spanish…
ContinueAdded by Carolyn Swaney on April 16, 2010 at 9:30pm — 1 Comment
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