Cooking Instructions from our Freezer!

Chicken + Black Bean + Queso Empanadas

Defrost the empanadas overnight in your refrigerator.

Heat canola or vegetable oil on large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350F and carefully cook empanadas for 5 to 8 minutes until golden brown, drain over paper-towel

and enjoy while still hot.

 

Tamales

Defrost the tamales overnight in your refrigerator.

Once the tamales are defrosted, place them on a steamer with a tight fitting lid for 15 to 20 minutes until heated through. Once they are heated through, they are ready to serve, make sure to remove the husk and enjoy!

 

Calamar

These calamares are best when cooked at higher temperatures for a short period of time for ultimate tenderness. They can be cooked on a grill, or skillet on high heat for 6 to 8 minutes. 

 

Chorizo Colombiano

Defrost the chorizos overnight in your refrigerator.

The chorizos can be cooked in many different ways. With its casing on a skillet, oven or grill, and also by removing the casing on a skillet depending on its desired use.

Regardless of the cooking method, the chorizos should be cooked on medium heat and util they reach an internal temperature of 160F.

 

Portuguese Pastry

Defrost the pastries overnight in your refrigerator.

Preheat the oven to 350F and heat them to 5 to 6 minutes until warmed through.

These tarts are very delicate, make sure to avoid overcooking.

 

Arepas

Defrost the arepas overnight in your refrigerator.

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Place the arepas in the oven and heat them to 5 to 10 minutes until warmed through and become crispy on the outside.

Once they are ready to eat, you can stuff them with cheese, pulled meats or beans for vegetarian option.

 

Churros

Heat canola or vegetable oil on large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350F and carefully cook the frozen churros for 7 minutes until golden brown, drain over paper-towel, cover in cinnamon sugar mixture and enjoy while still hot.

 

Frozen proteins [BEEF, CHICKEN, PORK]

Defrost overnight in your refrigerator.

Reheat until it reaches an internal temperature of 165F.