Best 3 Arroz A La Cubana Recipes

Arroz a la Cubana is a classic Cuban dish that combines flavorful rice, tender shredded beef, sweet plantains, and a fried egg. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. This article offers two variations of the recipe: one with traditional Cuban spices and another with a more modern twist. Both recipes include step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and a list of all the ingredients you'll need. You'll also find a helpful video tutorial for the traditional recipe, making it easy for you to follow along and create this delicious dish in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Cuba with this irresistible Arroz a la Cubana.

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ARROZ ALA CUBANA

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Arroz Cubano or Cuban Rice is easy to make and budget-friendly. The savory beef, white rice, fried saba bananas, and sunny-side-up eggs make a hearty and tasty meal the whole family will love.

Provided by Lalaine Manalo

Categories Breakfast Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

canola oil
1 onion, peeled and minced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 pounds ground beef
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed
salt and pepper to taste
8 saba bananas, ripe but firm
8 eggs
8 cups steamed white rice

Steps:

In a pan over medium heat, heat about 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart with the back of a spoon, for about 10 to 15 minutes until lightly browned. Drain excess fat.
Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Lower heat, cover, and simmer until meat is cooked through and liquid is mostly reduced.
Add green peas and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
In a pan over medium heat, heat about 1/4 cup of oil.
Peel bananas and slice lengthwise. Add bananas and cook, turning once or twice, until golden and lightly crisp. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
In the pan, add eggs and cook sunny side up, with the white part set and the yolks runny.
Serve the minced beef with steamed rice, fried bananas, and fried eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 757 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 244 mg, Sodium 556 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ARROZ A LA CUBANA (GINILING)

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Versatile recipe that you can use for other recipes. Serve with fried eggs and fried plantains. Leftovers are great for stuffed peppers, eggplant filling, or omelettes.

Provided by Meredith

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1 medium carrot, diced
½ medium onion, diced, or to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 medium bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons peas
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potato and carrot; saute for 3 minutes. Remove to a bowl.
Add onion and garlic to the hot skillet and saute until slightly brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add potato-carrot mixture back to the skillet with water, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 5 to 8 minutes.
Add bell pepper, raisins, and peas; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 539.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

ARROZ A LA CUBANA

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We do not know whether or not this dish is originally from Cuba. We can only assume that this dish was introduced to the Philippines by the Spaniards. "Arroz" means rice. Arroz a la Cubana is basically a stew using ground beef instead of chunks, and served with fried egg (sunny side up!), slices of fried saba bananas and steamed or boiled rice. Saba banana has thick yellow-brownish skin and is never eaten raw. It can be boiled or steamed in its skin, peeling it just before eating. This humble banana can be transformed to a numberof simple yet amazing and nutritious desserts. For your convenience, use plantain similar to one used in Carribean cuisine. Serve with plain boiled rice.

Provided by Pinaygourmet 345142

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1/2 kg ground beef (use sirloin or top round)
3 carrots, cut in small cubes
3 potatoes, cut in small cubes
1/2 cup peas
2 small bell peppers, cut in thin strips (red and green bell peppers make the dish look festive)
2 tablespoons raisins (optional)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 large onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
finely chopped fresh parsley, to taste
1 pinch basil
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
salt and pepper
6 eggs, fried sunny-side-up
4 large plantains, each sliced diagonally into 3, fried

Steps:

Heat a heavy skillet. Add 1/4 cup of cooking oil. Heat to smoking point. Add the cubed potatoes and carrots. Stir-fry until the edges turn light brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Pour off the oil from the skillet. Add ground beef, breaking it up. Lightly season with salt and pepper, add soy sauce. Cook over high heat until the meat is no longer pink.
Add the garlic, chopped onions, bell peppers and raisins, if using. Cook, stirring, just until the vegetables start to soften. Add bay leaf.
Add the tomato sauce. Stir to blend well. Add peas. Stir and cook then add in the stir-fried carrots and potatoes. Simmer to absorb the sauce. Add the basil and parsley. Give it one last stir then turn off the heat. Remove bay leaf.
Serve with rice, an egg and fried bananas on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.6, Fat 34.3, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 268.2, Sodium 711.6, Carbohydrate 78.8, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 29.5, Protein 28.9

Tips:

Use high-quality rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, works best for this dish.
Rinse the rice thoroughly: This will remove the starch and help the rice cook evenly.
Cook the rice in salted water: This will add flavor to the rice.
Let the rice rest before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb all of the flavors.
Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dish will taste.
Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the ground beef, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the beef from cooking evenly.
Season the ground beef well: Be generous with the salt, pepper, and other seasonings.
Use a flavorful tomato sauce: A good-quality tomato sauce will make all the difference in this dish.
Top the rice with a fried egg: A fried egg is the perfect finishing touch for this dish.

Conclusion:

Arroz a la Cubana is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of rice, ground beef, tomato sauce, and a fried egg, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Arroz a la Cubana a try.