Who can say no to a crispy, tender, tasty and delicious Cuban pork roast? If you’re planning a backyard party this weekend, a perfectly roasted pig will really make the event memorable. But do you know what will make the whole thing even more spectacular? A nice menu that will complement the star of the buffet! If you don’t know what to cook, try these suggestions.
A. Sauces for pork roast
1. Chimichurri sauce
Chimichurri sauce is perfect not only for pork roasts but also for other types of grilled dishes. To make a delicious serving of this sauce, simply combine red wine vinegar, fresh coriander, cumin, olive oil, garlic cloves, salt, crushed red pepper, and a fresh Italian parsley puree.
2. Papaya and mango sauce
To add a special touch to your roast, prepare a refreshing and light portion of papaya and mango sauce. Tropical flavors will add a delicious touch to your menu. Just chop up some ripe papaya and mangoes. Combine the fruits with minced garlic, minced red onion, cider vinegar, black pepper, salt, coriander leaves, and gooseberries.
B. Garnishes
1. Red Beans
Known to us as the popular Cuban red beans, this dish is a hearty soup that is made with the combination of rice, red beans, and ham. It is made even tastier with a number of spices such as cumin, oregano, red pepper, ground pepper, salt, onion, and tomato sauce.
2. Grilled Pumpkin
Vegetables make great garnishes for roast pork too! Cut a butternut squash or squash into cubes or slices. Whisk some vinegar and virgin olive oil in a bowl and then drizzle it over the pumpkin. Season with salt and pepper and then grill until golden brown.
3. Stuffed Potatoes
If we love our shepherd’s pie, Cubans love their Papa Rellenas. These are stuffed and boiled potatoes that are also perfect for grilled dishes. To make this dish, you must first prepare the filling. It is a combination of ground beef, garlic, onion, and green pepper. The mixture should be flavored with pepper, cumin, salt, and then mixed with vinegar and tomato paste.
4. Saffron Rice
It is Saffron Rice for Cubans but we know it by the name of Saffron Rice. Instead of simply cooking rice with water, it is cooked in a mixture of broth and saffron. When cooked, it will transfer to a skillet and cook over medium heat. To flavor the rice, you can also add salt, garlic, and onion.
C. Desserts
1. Chifles
The name may twist your tongue, but in reality, they are just fried plantains. However, these are not sweet because they are actually sprinkled with salt instead of sugar. However, Cubans still consider them a delicious dessert.
2. Fruit Cocktail Ice Cream
Tropical fruits will always be part of a Cuban buffet. Fruit Cocktail Ice Cream is simply a combination of fruit cocktail, condensed milk and orange soda. Most people compare this dessert to ice cream. The comparison is almost accurate, but you should know that this treat is a bit lighter.
3. Churros
Churros are cinnamon-flavored cakes that are combined or bathed in a rich chocolate sauce. I’m pretty sure you’re familiar with these because even malls have them.