12 CUBAN APPETIZERS & SNACKS

These popular Cuban recipes will bring tropical vibes to your next party.

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Medianoche translates to midnight. It is a popular sandwich typically eaten as a snack or after a night of partying.

Medianoche

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Malanga is a starchy root vegetable that has a mild, earthy flavor. These crispy baked malanga chips are perfect for snacking.

Malanga Chips

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These are the Cuban version of fried chicken. Seasoned dark meat chicken is cut into chunks, coated in flour and fried until golden and crispy.

Chicharrones de Pollo

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The Cubano is made with ham, roast pork, pickles and swiss cheese all generously stacked on Cuban bread. Then the sandwich is lightly buttered and pressed until toasty.

Cuban Sandwich

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Malanga fritters are grated malanga combined with egg and flavored with parsley, garlic, salt and vinegar. They’re crispy on the outside, tender and mild on the inside.

Frituras de Malanga

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These Cuban-style beef empanadas are filled with a flavorful picadillo. They are ideal for breakfast, as an appetizer or a mid-day snack.

Empanadas

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Fried yuca is similar to French fries. It has a mild flavor, with a creamy and slightly grainy texture. When they’re fried, the outside gets crispy, and the inside stays creamy.

Yuca Frita

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Pastelitos de carne are meat filled pastries that are topped with a sweet glaze. For the pastry we take help from the market and purchase puff pastry.

Pastelitos de Carne

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Tostones are fried green plantains; actually, they’re twice fried green plantains. They're often served as a side dish, but make a great appetizer too.

Tostones

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These Cuban sliders are a mini version of the popular Cuban sandwich. They're made with pork, ham, Swiss cheese and pickles all layered on slider buns.

Cuban Sliders

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Cuban coffee offers your guests a little pick-me-up. Make a colada at the beginning of the party then more towards the end (especially if there is dancing involved).

Cuban Coffee

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These shredded chicken empanadas are a great appetizer or snack. With shredded chicken in a flavorful tomato sauce, these will be a delicious addition to any party.

Chicken Empanadas

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