Sofrito

The basis of all great Cuban dishes is a good sofrito. Take a few extra minutes to warm oil and soften vegetables without browning and the rest of the dish will be that much better.

Splash of Olive Oil (approx 2 tablespoons)

1 White Onion

1 Green Pepper or Cubanelle Pepper

3 cloves Garlic (smashed then chopped)

Salt and Pepper to Taste

Warm olive oil over medium heat until able to smell fragrance of oil. Meanwhile cut onion and pepper in similar sized pieces so that they cook evenly. Saute onion and pepper for a few minutes and then add garlic. Once onion soft add salt and pepper to taste.