Cultured Palate: Dishes from Cuba
| April 25, 2018
6. Fricasé de Pollo
This savory Cuban stew comes from the brilliant mind of chef Nitza Villapol, the host of the longest-running show in Cuban history – a cooking program where she spent 49 years teaching her fellow citizens how to make delicious meals despite rationing and chronic food shortages. Fricasé de pollo became an instant favorite after it appeared on her show. Chicken is stewed with a mixture of vegetables, pimento-stuffed olives, and capers, which gives it a unique acidity and complex taste. The addition of raisins for a little sweetness elevates this dish to gourmet status.
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