Top 10 Top 10 Floribbean Food and Drink
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1. Café Cubano (Cafecito)
A tiny cup of intensely sweet, black coffee is the mainstay of life for many. If you want it with a drop of milk, ask for a cortadito .
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2. Conch Chowder or Fritters
The snail- or slug-like creature that lives in beautiful pink shells is served up in a traditional, rather chewy dish.
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3. Black Beans and Rice
“Moors and Christians” is the staple of the Cuban diet. Its savory, smoky flavor complements almost everything.
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4. Yucca/Plantain Chips
The variations on bananas and potatoes are often served as deep-fried chips – slightly sweet and aromatic.
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5. Blackened Grouper
Having your fish cooked “blackened” is a Cajun recipe that has caught on in most restaurants in South Florida.
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6. Cevíche
A seafood marinade using lime juice, onions, green bell peppers, and cilantro (coriander).
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7. Lechon Asado
Pork is a big part of the Cuban diet. This term translates as “roast suckling pig,” and is the ultimate feast.
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8. Chimichurri
A sauce with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice or wine vinegar, and parsley. Jalapeño peppers are optional.
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9. Key Lime Pie
The Key lime looks more like a lemon but makes the most exquisite pie.
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10. Alfajores
A typical Cuban pastry composed of chocolate, custard, and coconut.
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