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# ![@alexrioscooks Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:tiktok::7083992039373997099.png) @alexrioscooks Alex Rios

Alex Rios posts on TikTok about salt, red, authentic, milk the most. They currently have XXXXXXX followers and XXX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"Chipotles Queso Blanco 🧀 🌶 recipe X cups whole milk 1/2 yellow onion finely chopped X serrano pepper seeds removed finely chopped 1/2 poblano pepper seeds removed finely chopped X tsp chipotle pepper in adobo sauce X garlic clove grated X tbsp cornstarch Water X cup sour cream X cups Monterey jack cheese grated X cup sharp white cheddar grated 1/4 of fresh Roma tomato diced 1/2 tsp salt or to taste Combine milk onion peppers and garlic in saucepan till it slightly bubbles on medium heat. Mix cornstarch with enough water to create a slurry. Then add this mixture to the saucepan. Stirring"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7333309459772476714)  2024-02-08T19:06Z 128.6K followers, 1.7M engagements


"Chicken Alfredo 🔥 recipe X chicken breasts pounded thinly X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X tsp paprika X tsp Italian seasoning X tbsp salt X tsp black pepper Juice and zest from 1/2 lemon 1/4 tsp chili powder Pound chicken breast thinly until even thickness. Season with all other ingredients. Cook on a pan on medium high until 150F internal temperature. XX oz pasta I prefer fettuccine X stick of butter X cloves of garlic grated 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes X cups of heavy cream 3/4-1 cup of Parmesan cheese freshly grated 1/4 cup pasta water X tbsp parsley chopped X tsp salt X tsp black"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7372647133083782446)  2024-05-24T19:16Z 128.7K followers, 9.6M engagements


"California Burrito 🌯 recipe Carne Asada Marinade X lbs skirt steak 1/4 cup cilantro chopped Juice of X lime Juice of X orange X tsp cumin X tsp oregano X tbsp soy sauce or coco aminos X garlic cloves finely diced 1/2 tbsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil Marinate for at least XX min. Sear for 1-2 min on each side. Slice against the grain then with the grain into chunks. X lbs russet potatoes X tbsp oil X tbsp salt X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X tsp paprika Wash rinse and peel potatoes. Cut into whatever shape you like. Dip into ice water for XX minutes. Rinse water until"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7386746078965566762)  2024-07-01T19:07Z 128.6K followers, 982.5K engagements


"Authentic Chimichurri 🔥 recipe 1/2 cup olive oil X tbsp red wine vinegar 1/2 cup parsley finely chopped 3-4 cloves garlic finely minced X red chilies deseeded and finely chopped or about X tbsp dried red chili flakes) 3/4 tsp dried oregano X tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp pepper to taste #chimichurri #chimichurrisauce #steak #steaksauce #sauce"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7392327636908887339)  2024-07-16T20:06Z 128.7K followers, 6.1M engagements


"Caf Cubano (Cafecito or Colada) ☕ recipe X moka pot Ground coffee beans dark roast X spoonful of sugar per person Fill up the bottom part of your moka pot with water up to the little screw on the inside. Then fill the top compartment with dark roast coffee. Gently press down and close it up making sure to seal it tightly. Place it on the stove on a medium high heat. In the meantime in a separate cup pour in your sugar and the first few drops of the coffee. Remove from the heat while you adjust with more coffee a little at a time until your espumita is creamy and gently glides off the spoon."  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7502156448810487070)  2025-05-08T19:18Z 128.7K followers, 2.4M engagements


"Wingstop Wings: Spicy Korean Garlic Parm & Lousiana Rub 🔥 recipe Chicken Wings X tsp salt 1/2 black pepper X tsp paprika X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder Spicy Korean X tbsp dark soy sauce X tbsp honey X tbsp ketchup X tbsp light brown sugar X tbsp mirin X tbsp rice vinegar 1/4 cup gochujang X tsp garlic powder X tbsp cornstarch + X tbsp water Mix all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add cornstarch slurry. Garlic Parm 1/4 cup butter X tbsp garlic powder Juice from a 1/4 of a lemon X tsp zest from that lemon X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 cup Parmesan Melt butter in a"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7363352710009064747)  2024-04-29T18:09Z 128.7K followers, 1.5M engagements


"Carne Asada Tacos 🌮 recipe X 1/2 lbs of flank or skirt steak 1/3 cup chopped cilantro Juice of X limes 1/4 cup orange juice X tosp soy sauce or coco aminos X tosp cumin X tosp oregano 1/2 tbsp salt X tsp black pepper X tbsp brown sugar Mix all ingredients and marinate meat for as long as you can. Cook on medium high heat till it reaches temperature of 135F. Let it rest. Slice against the grain then with the grain into small bite size pieces. #carneasada #carneasadatacos #carneassada #tacotuesday #tacotaco"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7371533629161360682)  2024-05-21T19:15Z 128.6K followers, 6M engagements


"Marry Me Salmon Pasta 💍🔥 recipe X salmon filets X tbsp oil X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X tsp Italian seasoning X tsp paprika 1/2 juice of a lemon Season salmon with the ingredients listed. Sear in a pan on medium high heat for about 3-4 minutes. Flip and do the same on the other side. Lower the heat a bit add butter and once foaming baste until salmon reaches 145F internal. Remove from the pan and rest. Sauce X tbsp butter X tbsp sun dried tomato oil 1/2 onion diced 3-4 garlic cloves minced 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes chopped 1/2 cup chicken broth 1"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7460237419531717918)  2025-01-15T20:11Z 128.6K followers, 411.4K engagements


"Marry Me Steak Pasta 🥩❤ recipe Steaks X ribeyes Salt and black pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder X tbsp butter X garlic cloves unpeeled Remove your steaks from the fridge about XX min before cooking. Dry thoroughly with a paper towel and season well. On high heat sear your steak on both sides. Melt butter and throw in unpeeled garlic. Constantly baste steaks with the butter flipping every XX seconds until it reaches internal temperature of about 120F. Remove from the pan and let it rest. It will come up to a perfect medium temp (135F). Sauce X tbsp butter X tosp sun dried"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7470630942860741918)  2025-02-12T20:23Z 128.6K followers, 1.4M engagements


"Authentic Birria Tacos 🌮🔥recipe 2-3 lbs chuck roast cut into chunks Salt and pepper Heavily season meat with salt & pepper. Heat a large pot on high heat and sear in batches until each piece has a crust. X dried guajillo chiles deseeded X dried ancho chiles deseeded X onion chopped X plum tomatoes chopped X garlic cloves whole X cups water X tsp oregano X tsp cumin X whole cloves X tsp black peppercorns X cups chile water X bay leaves X cinnamon stick X cups beef broth Add everything except water to the same pot until slight roasted and fragrant. Pour water over top and boil for about 10"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7479163426002963742)  2025-03-07T20:14Z 128.7K followers, 6.6M engagements


"Authentic Carnitas 🐖 recipe X lbs pork shoulder X inch chunks X tbsp olive oil X tbsp salt 1/2 tbsp black pepper X tsp cumin X tsp oregano X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X lbs pork lard divided X bottle Mexican Coke X medium onion roughly chopped X garlic cloves X bay leaves X orange juice and peel Season pork with oil and seasonings. Melt half of the lard and fry pork chunks until golden brown. Melt other half of the lard & place all pork in pressure cooker along with all the other ingredients. Pressure cook for XX minutes or slow cook for 4-6 hours. Remove pork and shred on baking"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7500670741269056799)  2025-05-04T19:13Z 128.6K followers, 771.4K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Yuca con Mojo (Cassava with Mojo Sauce) 🔥recipe X 1/2 pounds frozen or fresh yuca 1/4 cup olive oil X red onions thinly sliced Juice from half an orange plus zest Juice from X limes plus zest X cloves garlic finely minced X tsp oregano 1/2 tsp cumin Salt & pepper to taste Freshly chopped cilantro Boil frozen yuca in salted water for about XX min or until fork tender. Drain and set aside to keep warm. In a pan on medium heat saut red onions in olive oil for a few minutes until slightly softened. Add in the rest of the ingredients to the pan and cook for another few minutes."  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7523305443758722334)  2025-07-04T19:07Z 128.6K followers, 577.7K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Tostones w/ Garlic Mojo 🔥 recipe X green plantains peeled and cut into X inch chunks X cups water X tbsp garlic powder X tsp salt Oil Cut X or X slits down the sides of the plantains. Peel and cut into X inch chunks. Fry in oil until slightly golden about 3-4 minutes. Cool down and use a tostonera cup or bowl to evenly flatten (not too thin). Combine water garlic powder and salt in a bowl. Dip flattened plantains into the garlic salt water for XX seconds and fry again until golden brown and crispy. Dry on a paper towel and immediately season with salt. Garlic Mojo Sauce 1/2"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7530726409971453214)  2025-07-24T19:04Z 128.7K followers, 622.6K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Potaje de Chicharos (Split Pea Soup) 🔥 recipe X lb dried green split peas X lb smoked ham hock or meaty ham bone X large bay leaves X cups chicken stock X tbsp olive oil X cup onion diced X cup green bell peppers diced X cloves garlic minced 1/4 cup tomato sauce X tsp cumin X tsp oregano Salt + pepper to taste X oz chorizo sliced 1/3 cup dry cooking wine vino seco X cup calabaza squash or butternut squash (peeled and cubed) X large Russet potato peeled and cubed Pressure cook split peas pork/ham hock bay leaves and stock for XX minutes. In a pan saut onion and bell pepper."  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7563382602262940959)  2025-10-20T19:07Z 128.6K followers, 107.9K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Pizza 🍕 recipe X cups flour + X tbsp more X cup warm water X pack active yeast X tbsp brown sugar X tsp salt X tbsp oil X personal pizzas 4-5 tbsp pizza/tomato sauce XX oz mozzarella cheese freshly shredded X oz Gouda cheese freshly shredded 1/2 onion sliced 4-5 ham slices diced Combine warm water sugar and yeast. Whisk and wait 10-15 minutes until foamy. Add in flour little at a time while mixing. Once combined incorporate oil and continue mixing until slightly sticky. Knead on a floured surface while continuing to add flour tbsp at a time until smooth. Divide into X equal"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7573048005109058847)  2025-11-15T20:14Z 128.6K followers, 33.6K engagements


"Chipotle's Tomatillo Green Medium Salsa 🌶 recipe X lbs green tomatillos husks removed halved X roma tomato halved 1-2 jalapeo peppers stemmed & deseeded 1/2 red onion X cloves garlic 1/2 cup cilantro leaves loosely packed X tsp cumin X tsp oregano Salt & pepper to taste Juice from X or X lemons Juice from X or X limes Place halved tomatillos and Roma tomatoes on baking sheet into 500F oven for XX minutes or until slightly charred and soften. Let cool a bit afterwards. Dump the soften tomatillo & Roma tomatoes into food processor along with the rest of the ingredients. Blend. Don't over blend"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7329272291483880750)  2024-01-28T22:00Z 128.6K followers, 157.9K engagements


"Chipotle's Black Beans 🫘🌶 recipe X cans of black beans X medium onion diced X garlic cloves minced X tsp chipotle pepper in adobo sauce X tsp cumin X tsp oregano X tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper X cups of water X bay leaf Squeeze of lime & lemon juice Saut onion till translucent. Add garlic until fragrant. Add beans spices water and bay leaf. Bring to boil then simmer on medium heat till thicken. #chipotle #blackbeans #frijoles #mealprep #riceandbeans"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7335919128940678442)  2024-02-15T19:53Z 128.6K followers, 956.5K engagements


"Fried Oreos 🔥 recipe XX Oreos X egg 3/4 - X cup milk X cup pancake mix (1 cup flour or gluten free flour + X tsp baking powder pinch of salt) X tbsp sugar Whisk all ingredients together into it forms a thick pancake batter. Add a 1/4 milk at a time until you get the right consistency. Dip X Oreo at a time controlling it with a fork. Let all the excess drip before transferring c to parchment paper lined air fryer. Air fry at 350F for X min. Dust powdered sugar over top. #friedoreos #oreos #oreo #fairfood #dessertgram"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7367806688377703723)  2024-05-11T18:13Z 128.7K followers, 2.4M engagements


"Garlic Butter Steak Bites w/ Alfredo Pasta 🔥 recipe X Ibs ribeye cut into 2-3 inch pieces X tbsp oil X tsp steak seasoning or 1/2 tsp garlic powder onion powder paprika oregano black pepper + X tbsp salt X tbsp butter 3-4 garlic cloves minced Season steak with oil seasonings. Sear on high heat for a few minutes on each side. Remove the pan. Melt butter and add garlic. Add steak bites back in. Coat in garlic butter. Alfredo Sauce Pasta of choice X tbsp butter X garlic cloves minced X cups heavy cream 1/3 cup parmesan cheese shredded 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning Salt & pepper to taste X tbsp"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7546314255801388318)  2025-09-04T19:13Z 128.6K followers, 637.8K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Carne con Papa (Beef Stew)🔥 recipe X lb beef stew meat or chuck cut into small chunks X medium onion diced 1/2 red bell pepper diced 1/2 green bell pepper diced X garlic cloves minced 1/2 cup dry cooking wine (red or white) X oz tomato sauce X tsp oregano X tsp cumin X tsp paprika X bay leaves X cups beef broth or water Salt and pepper to taste #carne #beef #beefstew #stew #cubanfood"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7554477805115821342)  2025-09-26T19:12Z 128.6K followers, 137.2K engagements


"Pork Belly Stuffed w/ Cuban Congri 🔥recipe 11-12 lb pork belly meat removed @Conchita Foods Mojo Criollo Congri X cups conchita dried black beans X cups of water 2-3 bay leaves 1/2 white onion 1/2 red bell pepper 1/2 green bell pepper X garlic cloves smashed Salt to taste Place all ingredients in a pressure cooker on high for 15-20 min until soften. Drain beans. Save broth and set aside. 1/2 red bell pepper finely diced 1/2 green bell pepper finely diced 1/2 white or yellow onion finely diced 2-3 cloves of garlic minced X tsp cumin X tsp oregano 1-2 bay leaves X cups conchita extra long"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7573794401932102942)  2025-11-17T20:30Z 128.6K followers, 39.8K engagements


"merry christmas kinda❤ #fypviral #foryoupage #grwm #christmas"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@aftensophia/video/7574850147499199758)  2025-11-20T16:47Z 50.3K followers, 124.2K engagements


"Outback Blooming Onion 🧅 recipe X medium onions or X large one X cup flour X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X tsp paprika X tsp oregano X tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper X cup water 3/4 breadcrumbs/panko 1/4 cup mayo 1/4 cup sour cream X tbsp ketchup X tbsp prepared horseradish X tsp worstchestire sauce X tsp garlic powder X tsp onion powder X tsp paprika X tsp paprika Keep the root of the onion in tact. Slice off the top and peel. Quarter the onion face down then quarter again once or twice more depending on the onion. Let it sit in ice water while you make the batter. Mix flour seasonings"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7369303328423152942)  2024-05-15T19:00Z 128.6K followers, 1.6M engagements


"Shake Shack Burger 🍔 recipe X double shackburgers XX oz ground beef into X oz patties Salt & pepper Sauce 1/2 cup mayo X tbsp ketchup 1/2 tbsp yellow mustard 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard X tbsp pickle juice 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 2-3 plum tomatoes Green leaf lettuce Burger buns Form the patties into X oz loosely shaped balls. This will make them easier to flatten & the edges will get crispier. Once flatten sprinkle with salt & pepper. Wait until you see the edges crisping. Scrape and flip. Season again before adding slice of cheese. Stack and set aside. Toast"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7370407240177650990)  2024-05-18T18:24Z 128.6K followers, 226.9K engagements


"Surf & Turf Pasta 🥩🍤 recipe Serves X X filet mignon or any steak Salt & pepper X tbsp butter Sear all sides on high heat. Remove steak from the pan and lower heat to medium low. Throw in butter. Once it starts to foam put steaks back in. Constantly baste and flip every XX seconds until 135F. Resting the steak will carryover cook to 140-145F medium temperature. 1/2 lb raw large peeled & deveined shrimp X tosp of Cajun or old bay seasoning Season and cook on medium high heat till color changes. Remove from heat immediately. X oz pasta 1/2 medium onion diced 3-4 garlic cloves minced X tsp red"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7391218396542668074)  2024-07-13T20:22Z 128.5K followers, 101.1K engagements


"Pickled Red Onions 🧅 recipe X red onions or X big red onion sliced X cups water X cups any vinegar 1/3 cup sugar X tbsp salt X garlic cloves X tsp peppercorns Cut top and bottom off onion and slice from root to end. Separate into two XX oz mason jars along with peppercorns and garlic cloves. Boil water vinegar sugar & salt. Whisk until everything is dissolved. Pour this liquid into the mason jars until everything is fully submerged. Place in the fridge for minimum X hr or overnight. #pickled #pickledonions #redonion #condiments #sauces"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7393802142504635694)  2024-07-20T19:28Z 128.6K followers, 1M engagements


"#ad Fall Off The Bone Baby Back BBQ Ribs 🔥 recipe Serves X X rack of baby back ribs X tbsp brown sugar @Frontier Co-op seasonings 1/4 cup smoked paprika X tbsp garlic powder X tbsp kosher salt X tbsp black pepper X tbsp onion powder X tsp cumin Preheat oven to 300F. Remove membrane on the underside of your ribs (see video). Use mustard siracha or lime as a binder. Combine seasonings and spread this rub thoroughly. Wrap tightly in aluminum foil. Cook for X hours. Uncover and brush BBQ sauce. Broil for 3-5 minutes until sauce is bubbling. Find Frontier Co-op on frontiercoop.com or at your"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7397573951121100075)  2024-07-30T23:25Z 128.7K followers, 2M engagements


"Authentic Cuban Black Beans 🫘 recipe XX oz dried black beans X cups water X bay leaves X tsp salt Wash and rinse dried beans. Pressure cook all the ingredients above for XX min. X medium onion diced X green bell pepper diced X garlic cloves X tsp cumin X tsp oregano 1/4 cups dry cooking wine X tsp tomato sauce or ketchup X tbsp white vinegar X tsp white sugar Salt & pepper to taste In a separate pan saut onion and bell pepper until soften. Add in your spices and garlic. Mix until fragrant. Incorporate the sofrito into your softened/cooked beans. Now add in tomato sauce vinegar and sugar. Set"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7465802937210572062)  2025-01-30T20:09Z 128.7K followers, 1.1M engagements


"Steak Frites 🥩🥔 recipe X ribeyes filets or strip Salt and pepper 1/3 cup unsalted butter X tbsp avocado oil 4-5 garlic cloves whole 3-4 sprig of thyme or rosemary Heat a pan on high heat sear the steak on ALL sides including the fat cap. Drop the heat and throw in butter garlic and thyme. Once butter is foaming baste the steak until it reaches desired temperature. Peppercorn Sauce X shallot finely diced X garlic cloves minced X tsp black peppercorns finely smashed X tbsp cognac or rum 1/4 cup beef broth 1/3 cup heavy cream X tsp Dijon mustard Squeeze of lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7485829475532295454)  2025-03-25T19:22Z 128.6K followers, 1.2M engagements


"Cuban Cortadito ☕ recipe X moka pot Ground coffee beans dark roast X spoonful of sugar per person 1/4 cup milk steamed Fill up the bottom part of your moka pot with water up to the little screw on the inside. Then fill the top compartment with dark roast coffee. Gently press down and close it up making sure to seal it tightly. Place it on the stove on a medium high heat. In the meantime in a separate cup pour in your sugar and the first few drops of the coffee. Remove from the heat while you adjust with more coffee a little at a time until your espumita is creamy and gently glides off the"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7504754491019791647)  2025-05-15T19:20Z 128.6K followers, 124.8K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Pollo a la Plancha 🔥 recipe X chicken breasts halved & pounded evenly X garlic cloves grated X tsp oregano X tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika X tsp salt X tsp black pepper Juice of X lime Juice of X sour orange X tbsp olive oil X yellow onions sliced Butterfly chicken breasts and light pound until it has an even thickness. Marinate with all the ingredients except the sliced onions. On a large pan on medium high heat with oil cook your chicken on one side for 4-5 minutes then flip and cook until 155F internal. Let it rest outside of the pan so it gradually reaches 165F internal."  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7528500155813793055)  2025-07-18T19:05Z 128.6K followers, 1.1M engagements


"Chipotle Steak Bowls 🌶🔥 recipe **4 hungry servings** Steak Marinade X lbs top round sirloin etc. about 1/2 inch thick X chipotle peppers in adobo sauce X garlic cloves crushed X tsp oregano X tsp cumin Juice of X lime X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 cup neutral oil Blend all ingredients until smooth & add it to the steaks. Marinate for at least XX minutes. In a pan on high heat quickly sear on both sides and remove from the pan once it reaches 130F. Rest for X min for a perfect medium (135-140F). Dice and toss in its own juices. Mild Salsa 5-6 plum tomatoes deseeded and diced 1/4 red"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7540007157442317598)  2025-08-18T19:18Z 128.6K followers, 626.4K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Yuca Frita (Fried Yuca/Cassava) 🔥 recipe X lbs frozen or fresh yuca peeled Neutral oil for frying Garlic Cilantro Sauce 1/2 cup sour cream 2-3 garlic cloves X bunch of cilantro Juice of X lime Salt & pepper to taste #yuca #yucafrita #crispy #cilantro #garlicsauce"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7548167362047003934)  2025-09-09T19:04Z 128.6K followers, 311.7K engagements


"Chipotle Carne Asada Bowls 🥩🔥 recipe Marinade X lbs skirt flank or top sirloin steak X garlic cloves grated Juice of X lime X tbsp oil X tsp cumin X tsp coriander X tsp oregano X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper Dry Seasoning Blend X tsp cumin X tsp coriander X tsp garlic powder X tsp oregano X tsp paprika 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper #chipotle #mealprep #mealprepping #carneasada #steak"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7551516514071923998)  2025-09-18T19:41Z 128.6K followers, 130.6K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Pastelito de Guayaba (Guava Pastries) 🔥 recipe X package puff pastry sheets thawed XX oz guava paste X large egg + splash of water 1/2 cup sugar + 1/2 cup water Slice guava paste. Roll out thawed puff pastry dough to remove any creases. Cut into X rows. Layer X equal piles of guava. Brush egg wash around the edges (inside and outside). Layer another puff pastry sheet over top. Press down slightly cut into X equal squares. Brush with egg wash again on the outside with a few slices for venting. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400F for XX minutes."  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7553365018205621534)  2025-09-23T19:14Z 128.6K followers, 174.2K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Yuca con Mojo (Cassava with Mojo Sauce) 🔥 recipe XXX lbs yuca frozen or fresh 1/4 cup olive oil X red onions sliced Juice from 1/2 orange Juice from X limes plus zest X garlic cloves minced X tsp oregano 1/2 tsp cumin Salt & black pepper to taste Fresh cilantro chopped Boil frozen yuca in salted water for about XX min or until fork tender. Drain and set aside to keep warm. In a pan on medium heat saut red onions in olive oil for a few minutes until slightly softened. Add in the rest of the ingredients to the pan and cook for another few minutes. Pour over warm yuca and toss"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7578244513169165598)  2025-11-29T20:19Z 128.7K followers, 68.6K engagements


"Cooking basics: Filet Mignon 🥩 recipe 6-8 oz filet mignon X tbsp butter 3-4 garlic cloves X sprigs of thyme X tbsp avocado oil Salt & pepper Take out filet from the fridge for at least XX min before cooking. Heat up cast iron pan on high heat. Once smoking pour oil. Then sear steak on all sides. 1-2 min per side. Remove steak from pan and let it rest of wire rack. Remove pan from heat. Adjust heat to low. Place pan back on the heat along with butter and garlic. Wait for it to foam. Place steaks in foaming butter. Tilt pan and constantly baste. Flip every XX seconds and baste again. Remove"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7340013904916942123)  2024-02-26T20:42Z 128.7K followers, 1.1M engagements


"5 Ingredient Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream 🍨 recipe X cups heavy whipping cream XX oz sweetened condensed milk X tsp peppermint extract 4-6 drops of green food coloring X cup of chocolate chunks Whip heavy cream using stand mixer or hand mixer until it forms soft peaks. Mix sweetened condensed milk peppermint extract & green food coloring until well combined. Fold this into the whipped cream. Add chocolate chunks. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for X hours or overnight. #icecream #homemadeicecream #icecreamlover #minticecream #mint"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7376355513979735338)  2024-06-03T19:06Z 128.7K followers, 249.4K engagements


"Mojo Roast Turkey 🦃 recipe 12-14 lb raw turkey X stick of unsalted butter softened & room temperature 6-8 cloves of garlic grated Zest of X lime Zest & juice of 1/2 orange Juice from 1/2 lime X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper X tsp oregano X tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika X tbsp oil Preheat oven to 425F. Spatchcock turkey by removing backbone with sharp kitchen shears. Flip over and press down on breast bone until you hear a crack. Gently separate the skin using your fingers. Carefully slip in dollops of the compound butter. Season the turkey on both sides with the dry seasoning mixture. Roast in"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7441683484160036126)  2024-11-26T20:12Z 128.7K followers, 125.8K engagements


"Authentic Cuban Picadillo 🔥 recipe X tbsp olive oil X medium yellow or white onion finely diced 1/2 red bell pepper finely diced 1/2 green bell pepper finely diced X tbsp tomato paste X garlic cloves finely chopped X tsp cumin X tsp oregano Salt and black pepper to taste X bay leaves 1/2 cup dry white wine X 1/2 pounds ground beef X oz can tomato sauce 1/3 cup raisins 1/2 cup green pitted olives sliced plus X tbsp brine X large Yukon Gold potato peeled and cut into small cubes In a large pan heat up olive oil on medium high heat until shimmering. Add onion & bell peppers. Saut until"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7465059633061809439)  2025-01-28T20:04Z 128.6K followers, 807K engagements


"Authentic Carne Asada Tacos 🌮 recipe X lbs flank flap diced chuck or skirt steak X cloves garlic smashed 1/4 medium onion rough chopped X tbsp lime juice (about XX limes) 1/4 cup orange juice (about X medium orange) X tsp ground cumin X tsp dried oregano (preferably Mexican) X tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 cup chopped cilantro X tbsp olive oil X tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend. Pour over your meat in a plastic bag and marinate for as long as possible. Salsa Verde X & 1/2 lbs of tomatillos rinsed and halved X jalapeo deseeded"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7529984752774909215)  2025-07-22T19:06Z 128.7K followers, 1M engagements


"Authentic Cuban Platanos Maduros (Fried Sweet Plantains) 🔥 recipe 2-3 yellow ripe plantains peeled and diagonally sliced about 1/2 inch thick Enough oil Salt to taste Peel and diagonally slice your plantains. Heat a pan on medium high heat with just enough oil to cover the bottom. Fry plantains on each side for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Season to taste with salt. #plantain #plantains #maduros #platano #platanomaduro #cuban #cubanfood"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7534067231701929247)  2025-08-02T19:09Z 128.7K followers, 710K engagements


"Cheesy Yuca Bites 🔥 recipe X lbs yuca fresh or frozen X tbsp melted butter X tsp garlic powder X oz mozzarella cheese freshly shredded Boil yuca for 20-30 minutes or until just fork tender. Drain and set aside. Once cool remove the vein and mash. Add butter and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms. Grab a tbsp of dough form a well in the middle and stuff with cheese. Close it up and fry for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Cilantro Garlic Sauce 1/2 cup sour cream 2-3 garlic cloves X bunch of cilantro Juice of X lime Salt & pepper to taste #yuca #cheese #yucafrita #crispy #cilantro"  
[TikTok Link](https://www.tiktok.com/@alexrioscooks/video/7579724539903462687)  2025-12-03T20:02Z 128.7K followers, 128.2K engagements