It’s heartening to see that many people are returning to the kitchen to find their roots. This means taking time to enjoy simple pleasures, beginning at the table. Make meals extra special with California Raisin dishes that are fuss-free, yet perfect for home cooking on ordinary days and for celebrations!
Arroz Ala Cubana
- 2 tbsp achuete oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 kg ground beef
- 1/2 kg ground pork
- Patis (fish sauce)
- Worcestershire sauce
- Freshly ground pepper
- 2 medium potatoes, pared and diced
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 1/2 cup (90g) California raisins
- Fried eggs
- Fried saba bananas and camote
1 Heat achuete oil in a large skillet; saute onion, garlic and tomatoes. Stir in ground beef and pork.
Season with patis, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Mix in potatoes and bell peppers, then add green peas and raisins. Correct seasoning.
2 Serve with eggs fried sunny-side up and fried saba bananas and camote.
Image credits: Chef Dino Datu