Cuban recipe
Cuban Chorizo and Cream Cheese Spread Finger Sandwiches
Small round rolls filled with a smooth spread of cured chorizo and cream cheese. No cooking required and perfect for birthday parties.
- Preparation20 min
- Total time35 min
- Servings24 finger sandwiches
- DifficultyEasy
Party sandwiches (bocaditos) are an essential part of any Cuban birthday: tiny, soft little rolls filled with something rich and creamy and served ice cold on a tray that disappears in a flash.
This version features a fine spread of cured chorizo and cream cheese, with a touch of mayonnaise and pimiento that adds color and freshness. There are no slices or chunks: everything is blended until it becomes a reddish-orange cream that spreads easily and fills each little roll evenly.
Ingredients
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Method
- Confirm that the chorizo is cured and ready to eat. If you only have fresh chorizo, cook it completely and let it cool; do not use it raw. Remove the casing and cut it into small cubes. Drain the pimiento well and pat it dry with a paper towel.
AI-generated image.CiberCuba - Process the chorizo with the cream cheese and mayonnaise until you get a very fine, rich reddish-orange paste, with no slices or visible bits.
AI-generated image.CiberCuba - Add the pimiento and the lemon juice if using, and keep blending briefly until very smooth. Taste before adding pepper; no salt is needed.
AI-generated image.CiberCuba - Transfer the spread to a container, cover it, and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes so it firms up.
- Split the round rolls in half horizontally, spread a generous layer of the spread on each one, and close them gently without pressing. Serve very cold.
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