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Pasta de Bocadito

Cultural Context

Originating from Cuba, Pasta de Bocadito is a beloved treat often served at celebrations and family gatherings. These delightful pastry bites showcase the island's rich culinary heritage, blending influences from Spanish and African cuisines. Today, they are enjoyed not only in Cuba but also among Cuban communities worldwide, often filled with sweet or savory ingredients to suit various tastes.

CubanCUappetizer
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
1 pack of Kings Hawaiian sweet rolls
1 eight ounce pack of cream cheese
5 sweet pickles
10 olives
1 can of devil ham spread (4 ounces)
1/4 of a red roasted pepper
1/2 cup of mayonnaise
2 slices of ham

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

Dice the ham, sweet pickles, olives, and red roasted pepper to make them easier to blend.

2

Add the diced ham, sweet pickles, olives, devil ham spread, mayonnaise, and cream cheese into a blender.

3

Blend everything into a thick paste.

4

Refrigerate the pasta de bocadito spread to thicken up.

5

Make sandwiches using the spread on the Hawaiian rolls.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

blenderknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

BocaditosCuban Pastry Bites

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