Description
Book Synopsis: Award-winning chef Guillermo Pernot and acclaimed author Lourdes Castro unveil authentic Cuban recipes for home cooks, celebrating the bold flavors, creative techniques, and unique inspirations of the country's finest paladares. Pernot and Castro tour the island, collecting dishes and stories that reveal a vibrant contemporary cuisine. Each dish has been adapted from the best private restaurants from Old Habana to Santiago de Cuba and the author's own celebrated restaurant, Cuba Libre, marrying traditional foundations with modern influences.
Divided into chapters:
- Mar - Fresh Seafood
- Tierra - Meat
- Granja - Vegetables
- Postres - Delectable Desserts
- Esenciales - Handy Basics
Cuba Cooks includes recipes for:
- Arroz con Bacalao
- Charred Snapper in Coconut Sauce
- Oyster Ceviche
- Elegant Stone Crab Mojito
- Ajiaco (Cuban stew)
- Cuban Fried Chicken
- Duck Ropa Vieja
- Honey-Glazed Lamb Ribs with Cachucha Vinaigrette
- Pork Belly Fried Rice
- Traditional Whole Pig-Roast
- Legendary Smoked Chicken from the Side of the Road
- Black Bean Gnocchi with Culantro Butter
- Green Plantain Soup garnished with Popcorn
- Malanga Tacos Stuffed with Eggplant
- Old Habana Street Vendors' Roasted Coconut and Almond Cucuruchos
- Guava Ice Cream
- Cuba Libre's Chocolate Tart with Caramelized Bananas
- Bonatillos - Traditional Sweet Potato Pudding Balls
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Experience the vibrant flavors and rich culinary heritage of Cuba with Cuba Cooks: Recipes and Secrets from Cuban Paladares and Their Chefs. Award-winning chef Guillermo Pernot and acclaimed author Lourdes Castro take you on a culinary journey through the island, bringing you authentic Cuban recipes that capture the essence of this vibrant cuisine.
From fresh seafood to succulent meat dishes, Cuba Cooks showcases the best recipes from both private restaurants and the authors' own celebrated restaurant, Cuba Libre. Indulge in delicacies like Charred Snapper in Coconut Sauce, Cuban Fried Chicken, and Duck Ropa Vieja. Immerse yourself in the flavors of traditional Cuban stews like Ajiaco and mouthwatering desserts like Guava Ice Cream and Bonatillos.
What sets Cuba Cooks apart is its combination of traditional foundations with modern influences. The dishes in this book reflect the country's contemporary culinary scene, where bold flavors and creative techniques are embraced. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary enthusiast looking to explore new cuisines, Cuba Cooks has something for everyone.
Get your hands on this incredible cookbook and bring the vibrant flavors of Cuba to your own kitchen. Don't miss out on the opportunity to master dishes like Arroz con Bacalao, Oyster Ceviche, and Honey-Glazed Lamb Ribs with Cachucha Vinaigrette. Order your copy of Cuba Cooks: Recipes and Secrets from Cuban Paladares and Their Chefs today!
Order now and discover the culinary treasures of Cuba!
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