Eating Cuban Food in Miami Beach at Bella Cuba Restaurant

rice wine

🥗Healthier: sake

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Sake offers a similar flavor profile, while vinegar is more accessible.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are more affordable and flavorful, while breasts reduce fat.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami without allergens, while salt is a basic alternative.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground black pepper

White pepper is less pungent and offers a different flavor.

Clean the whole chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.

Marinate the chicken with rice wine, soy sauce, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Chop ginger, garlic, and green onions finely.

Stuff the chicken cavity with ginger, garlic, and lemongrass.

Place the marinated chicken in a steamer basket over boiling water.

Steam the chicken for about 45 minutes, until cooked through.

Prepare a sauce by heating vegetable oil in a pan and adding garlic until fragrant.

Add chili peppers, black pepper, and sugar to the pan, stirring well.

Pour in the remaining marinade and simmer for 5 minutes.

Serve the steamed chicken with the sauce drizzled on top and garnish with coriander and green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens