{"title":"La Despensa del Ajiaco","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa olla que alimenta a todos. The pantry behind Camagüey's communal ajiaco — the sofrito that starts it, the sazón and bijol that gild the broth, and the beans and potajes that carry the same idea into a weeknight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSabores de la Isla, Capítulo V.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"el-ebro-delicious-white-bean-fabada-ready-to-eat-15-oz-each-serves-2-pack-of-3","title":"El Ebro Fabada Asturiana — White Bean Stew, 15oz, Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFabada — Spanish\/Cuban white bean stew, ready to heat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFabada Asturiana is the hearty Spanish white bean stew — fat white beans, chorizo, morcilla, pork — that Cuban kitchens adopted as a winter favorite. El Ebro's version is canned ready-to-eat: open, heat, serve with crusty bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × 15 oz cans (45 oz total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite beans + chorizo + pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the can contents in a pot, ladle into bowls with crusty Cuban bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a splash of sherry or red wine; simmer briefly to deepen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop with chopped parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between fabada and other bean stews?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFabada uses fat white Asturian beans (\u003cem\u003efabas\u003c\/em\u003e), with a rich pork-and-chorizo broth — heavier and more meat-forward than caldo gallego or black beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47996355739965,"sku":"EBR41011-3","price":21.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroFabadabeans-Packof3_9aa7e5c9-9367-4616-897e-9f53f8d44f8d.png?v=1747077743"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz-pack-of-3","title":"El Ebro Cuban-Style Black Beans — 15oz, Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban black beans, ready in 3 minutes — 3-pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEl Ebro's \u003cem\u003efrijoles negros\u003c\/em\u003e done the Cuban way: slow-cooked black beans with sofrito, garlic, cumin, and a touch of vinegar. Three 15oz cans, each serves 2. Just heat and serve over white rice for instant \u003cem\u003emoros\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × 15 oz cans (45 oz total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban-style seasoned black beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver white rice with a fried egg — classic Cuban dinner in 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon onto plantain chips or tostones as an appetizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd cumin, bay leaf, and a splash of olive oil; simmer briefly to deepen flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy pack of 3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne can serves a couple; three cans = a week of fast Cuban dinners or sides. Multi-pack pricing saves vs singles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry, cool and dry, until opened. Refrigerate any leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47996470264125,"sku":"FRI41009-3","price":15.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroBlackbeans-Packof3.png?v=1747077739"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-potages-variety-bundle-15-oz-pack-of-3","title":"El Ebro Potages Variety Bundle — 15oz, Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEl Ebro Potages — a sampler of Cuban canned stews\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA variety bundle of El Ebro's most popular ready-to-eat potajes — the easy way to try several before committing to a multi-pack of just one. Each can is a different Cuban-Spanish stew, 15oz, ready to heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × 15 oz cans (different El Ebro potajes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting night — heat all three, compare side by side over rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekly rotation — different stew each weeknight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for someone who's never tried Cuban canned stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWant to commit to one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry a focused 3-pack: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz-pack-of-3\"\u003eBlack Beans\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-delicious-white-bean-fabada-ready-to-eat-15-oz-each-serves-2-pack-of-3\"\u003eFabada\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-caldo-gallego-15-oz-ready-to-eat-serves-2-pack-of-3\"\u003eCaldo Gallego\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48003729555773,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroFabadaGarbazoandCaldoGallegoBundle-Packof3.png?v=1747077733"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-chick-peas-stew-garbanzos-15-oz-serves-2-pack-of-3","title":"El Ebro Chickpea Stew (Garbanzos) — 15oz, Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGarbanzos — Cuban chickpea stew, heat and serve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEl Ebro's \u003cem\u003egarbanzos\u003c\/em\u003e are chickpeas slow-cooked in a tomato-garlic-sofrito base — the Cuban-Spanish way. Three 15oz cans, ready-to-eat. Open, heat, ladle over rice or eat with bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × 15 oz cans (45 oz total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChickpeas in tomato-garlic broth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat and serve over white rice or with crusty bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd diced chorizo or ham + a pinch of saffron for a richer Spanish-style stew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon over toast with olive oil for a tapas-style snack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVegetarian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a meat-based stew — check label for current ingredients. For pure vegetarian, drain the chickpeas and use the broth separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48004214489405,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroGarbanzobeans-Packof3.png?v=1747077723"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-beans-variety-3-pack-bundle","title":"El Ebro Beans Variety — 3-Pack Bundle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEl Ebro Beans Variety — three different Cuban beans in one bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSample three different El Ebro bean varieties at once — the easy way to find your household favorite before going all-in on a single-flavor multi-pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 different El Ebro bean cans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare side by side over white rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock variety for weeknight dinners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift for someone exploring Cuban pantry staples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWant a single-flavor pack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz-pack-of-3\"\u003eBlack Beans 3-Pack\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-small-red-beans-potage-with-bacon-and-sausage-15-oz-pack-3\"\u003eRed Beans 3-Pack\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48545258635581,"sku":"EBRBEANS-03","price":19.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroBlackRedandGarbanzobeans-VarietyPackof3.png?v=1747077705"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-caldo-gallego-15-oz-ready-to-eat-serves-2-pack-of-3","title":"El Ebro Caldo Gallego — Galician\/Cuban Bean Soup, 15oz, Pack of 3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCaldo Gallego — the Cuban-Galician winter soup, ready in minutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaldo Gallego is the Spanish-Galician white bean soup that became a Cuban household staple: white beans, collard greens (or turnip greens), potatoes, chorizo, ham. El Ebro's canned version captures the slow-simmered flavor in a ready-to-heat 15oz can. Three cans = a week of lunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × 15 oz cans (45 oz total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite beans, greens, potato, chorizo, ham\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach can serves 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat and ladle into bowls with crusty Cuban bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd diced ham or chorizo for an extra-hearty version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat greens are in Caldo Gallego?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally turnip greens (\u003cem\u003egrelos\u003c\/em\u003e) in Spain; in Cuba and the US it's commonly collards or kale. Check label for current greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48545285931325,"sku":"EBR41010-3","price":21.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroCaldoGallegobeans-Packof3_66fc09ac-3aac-49d3-ac05-a1f888bc6d19.png?v=1747077703"},{"product_id":"bijol-annatto-yellow-seasoning-2-onz-1","title":"Bijol Annatto Yellow Seasoning — 2oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBijol — the smaller starter size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2oz Bijol container — Cuban yellow rice colorant in the smaller pantry size. Made from annatto seeds with cumin and salt. Perfect first-time purchase or for households that use Bijol occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 oz container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnatto (bija) seed-based seasoning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds yellow-gold color + mild earthy flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow rice: 1\/4 teaspoon per cup of rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArroz con pollo: add with sofrito at start of cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaella shortcut: use instead of saffron for color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNeed bigger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor regular use, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bijol-annatto-yellow-seasoning-4-oz\"\u003eBijol Annatto 4oz\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAirtight, cool dry pantry. Replace if color\/aroma fade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bijol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172202221885,"sku":"094262413432","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/BIJ02155-1-L.jpg?v=1747075792"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-picadillo-cuban-style-beef-hash-15-oz-1","title":"El Ebro Picadillo Cuban-Style Beef Hash — 15oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePicadillo — Cuban comfort food in a can, heat and serve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePicadillo\u003c\/em\u003e is the Cuban weeknight dinner: ground beef cooked with sofrito (garlic, onion, pepper), tomato, olives, raisins, sometimes potatoes. Sweet-savory, slightly briny from the olives, slightly sweet from the raisins. El Ebro's canned version captures the home-cooked flavor in a 15oz can ready to heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 oz can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround beef with sofrito, olives, raisins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver white rice with fried plantains (maduros) — the classic plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuff into empanada dough for instant Cuban empanadas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayer with mashed potatoes for a Cuban shepherd's pie (\"pastel de papa\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop with a fried egg + black beans for a hearty Cuban brunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Cuban picadillo different from other beef hash?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sweet-and-salty contrast: olives + raisins. Sounds odd, works perfectly. Plus the sofrito base — garlic, onion, green pepper — and tomato sauce binding it all together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172215951677,"sku":"071529410212","price":9.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroChorizo1.jpg?v=1747075666"},{"product_id":"el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz-1","title":"El Ebro Cuban-Style Black Beans — 15oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEl Ebro Cuban black beans, 15oz — heat and serve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEl Ebro's \u003cem\u003efrijoles negros\u003c\/em\u003e the Cuban way: slow-cooked black beans with sofrito, garlic, cumin, vinegar. The 15oz can serves 2 — perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a side. Heat and serve over white rice for instant \u003cem\u003emoros\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 oz can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban-style seasoned black beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver white rice with a fried egg — classic 5-minute Cuban dinner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon onto plantain chips or tostones as appetizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd cumin + bay leaf, simmer briefly to deepen flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNeed more?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock up — try the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz-pack-of-3\"\u003eEl Ebro Black Beans Pack of 3\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Ebro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172217426237,"sku":"071529410090","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ElEbroBlackBeans.jpg?v=1747075653"},{"product_id":"conchita-black-beans-ready-to-eat-15-oz-1","title":"Conchita Black Beans Ready to Eat — 15oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eConchita's Cuban black beans — heat and serve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConchita's \u003cem\u003efrijoles negros\u003c\/em\u003e — same Cuban-style preparation (sofrito, garlic, cumin, vinegar) as El Ebro's version, slightly different brand profile. Cuban shoppers often have a household preference between Conchita and El Ebro; both make great instant black beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 oz can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban-style seasoned black beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-eat — heat and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver white rice with a fried egg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopped with chopped onion + drizzle of olive oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon onto tostones for a black bean appetizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConchita vs El Ebro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are Cuban-style canned black beans. Conchita tends slightly sweeter, El Ebro slightly more savory. Try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/el-ebro-cuban-style-black-beans-15-oz\"\u003eEl Ebro Cuban Black Beans 15oz\u003c\/a\u003e to compare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate leftovers, use within 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conchita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172221817149,"sku":"075370111113","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/ConchitaBlackBeans15oz.jpg?v=1747075601"},{"product_id":"conchita-imported-spanish-sofrito-13-oz-can-1","title":"Conchita Imported Spanish Sofrito — 13oz Can","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSofrito in a can — the Cuban cooking shortcut\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSofrito is the flavor foundation of Cuban (and Spanish, and Puerto Rican) cooking — slow-cooked onion, garlic, green pepper, tomato. From-scratch sofrito takes 20-30 minutes. Conchita's imported Spanish version is the legitimate canned shortcut — same ingredients, slow-cooked, ready to spoon straight into a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13 oz can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImported from Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnion, garlic, pepper, tomato base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf-stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack beans, lentils, rice — add 2-3 spoonfuls at the start of cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicadillo base — start with sofrito, brown ground beef into it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish or chicken poaching liquid — adds instant depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBean soup quick-start: sofrito + canned beans + ham concentrate + water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs canned sofrito as good as homemade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHomemade is fresher and more vibrant. 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