Recipes

Cuban Spice Marinated Pork Chops

1 hr, 10 min

Want all the flavor without the heat? This recipe is a go-to for those seeking something truly delicious without too much effort. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible taste achieved with just a few simple ingredients, including our Cuban Spice. We've chosen to kick start it with pork chops, but its is versatile enough to pair with a variety of affordable proteins such as chicken or seafood. Get ready to savor all the flavor this Caribbean-inspired marinade brings. You're going to want to add this one to your personal recipe box.

Sweet & Spicy Jerk Salmon

1 hr, 10 min

Looking for a quick dinner that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Sweet & Spicy Jerk Salmon. Discover the perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and meaty flavors in this quick and easy dish. After letting the fish marinate, the cook time is a speedy 15 minutes. The combination of zesty flavors and Jerk Seasoning which features a variety of interesting ingredients such as Habanero Flake, Cinnamon, and Coriander creates a harmonious blend that Jamaica would be proud of. Want to make it a bit healthier? Omit the butter, and serve as an accompaniment to a salad. Also delicious grilled, too! Are you ready to be whisked away to a tropical paradise from the comfort of your own kitchen?

One-Bowl Caribbean Spice Shrimp Salad

1 hr, 10 min

Experience a budget-friendly delight with our one-bowl Savory Caribbean Shrimp Salad. This recipe is made using pantry staples and Caribbean Spice. When baby shrimp are used, it requires minimal chopping. Simply fold in the cooked baby shrimp, refrigerate, and allow all the gorgeous flavors like Thyme, Ginger, and Paprika to meld together, creating extra yumminess. Indulge in this easy recipe that's perfect for a quick lunch, a BBQ side dish, or just about any occasion!

Caribbean Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Pineapple upside down cake has been a cherished dessert for generations, with fond memories going back before the 1950's. We decided it was about time to give the recipe a bit of a facelift while still keeping true to the its roots. What we ended up with is a cake that's fruity, bold, and more flavorful than ever. A melody of allspice and bay leaves give this upside down cake a vibrant Caribbean flair, although the true star of the show here is long pepper. The pine cone-shaped spice is gingery and has notes of cardamom and black pepper. This flavor in the gooey caramel at the bottom layer of this cake is simply other-worldly. Buttery, fluffy, fruity, spicey — this is everything you'd want wrapped up in one drool-worthy dessert!

Piña Colada

One sip of this cocktail will take you right to the beach. This creamy, frozen drink is ridiculously easy to drink. There's a reason you'll find these in paradise destinations. So make yourself a pitcher of this Caribbean favorite, kick back in a beach chair, and enjoy! For a layer of aromatic bliss, shave some nutmeg on top before taking a sip. Nothing compares to freshly grated Nutmeg - the warmth compliments the rum and coconut. Experiment further and add Jamaican Allspice or our Kashmiri Garam Masala to give a little extra something-something to your staycation.

Cuban Spiced Black Bean Soup

As the days are getting shorter, the air is getting colder, and here in Seattle the sun is making fewer and fewer public appearances. It can be easy to get lost in the gloomy grey blanket of winter in the Pacific Northwest (I know I'd rather be on a beach), but winter does bring the time for some of my favorite meals. Rich, hearty, long-simmering stews, soups, and braised meats can be the perfect accompaniment to a cozy night indoors by the fire or fortification to warm you from the inside when you have to brave the elements outdoors.To beat the winter blues, I like to crank up the rumba, turn on the sun lamp, and make a big pot of black bean soup with Cuban Spice, while day dreaming about a Havana vacation. Our Cuban Spice adds a bright flavor to hearty ingredients like black beans and ham, and brings them together with fresh ingredients . Although this recipe is very mild, it takes a few hot peppers quite well for those of us looking for a little extra zing.

Cuban Picadillo

Picadillo is a Latin comfort food with many regional variations. Every country has their own version, but ground meat, olives, capers, and raisins are all staples of the dish. Picadillo can be served as a standalone, stuffed inside savory pastries, or even be used as filling for tacos. We used our Cuban Spice as the principal seasoning in this picadillo, alongside white wine and olive oil in the traditional style. Cuban cuisine typically sees the dish served alongside black beans and rice. This recipe keeps the overall heat level low, so the dish is family friendly while still full of bold flavors.

Caribbean Yellow Rice

The yellow rice often served as a side at Latin or Caribbean restaurants is easy to make at home, with the right ingredients. The dish gets its signature color from the addition of Annatto Oil, and not from turmeric or saffron as one might expect.To make your own, begin by simply put some annatto oil into your pan. Saute some onions and garlic alongside your rice, then add water or stock to cook. It's that simple! This versatile recipe is great to have on hand, too. Just add corn, black beans or peas for extra flavor.

Annatto Oil

Annatto Seed is used in Latin American and Caribbean cuisine to give food a rich savory flavor and striking color. The tiny, hard seeds are often infused into oil to make them easier to use, resulting in a deep red liquid that can be kept on hand to quickly add to meat, rice, or other recipes.The vibrant hues imparted by annatto are surprisingly common. The yellow tint of Latin rice, for example, comes from annatto oil. Annatto extracts are also responsible for making butter yellow, and for the orange color of cheddar cheese.