Croquetas de jamon, or ham croquettes, are one of Cuba's most popular street foods. The small crispy breadcrumbed log of smooth ground ham has origins in France with ties to Jewish cuisine. Loved by Cubans, croquetas are eaten just about any time of day for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack. Whether served on the side with a bowl of chicken soup, with a dessert, or solo with a creamy dipping sauce, croquettes are a main staple on the island.
Can't make it to Cuba? You can find other variations of this street eat in Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and Aruba.