The Cuban Lizet, who lives in Florida, has conquered TikTok with a video where she shows the recipe for "pan con frita," a dish that evokes childhood memories and times spent on the island for many Cubans.
Its publication has not only gone viral but has also generated a wave of nostalgia among users, especially among those who, like her, grew up in the town of Güines.
"I don't know if they made these flour fritas everywhere in Cuba, but in my town Güines, I remember that during my school days, there was a bread stand with fritas on every corner. Oh my God, I loved them," commented @lizetm0101 at the beginning of the video, while preparing the flour dough for the classic dish.
In his commented video, he explained step by step how to prepare the recipe, which is very simple and with few ingredients: all-purpose flour, water, salt, onion, and chili. He emphasizes that it is important for the mixture to be very watery before frying it in hot oil.
User reactions were immediate, and the comments were filled with memories from those who grew up enjoying "pan con frita" in their snack bars or on the corners of their neighborhoods. Most of them agreed on how much they liked it and the excitement of recalling those times through Lizet's video.
"I’m a fan of them, I love them. I make them here, my daughter sent me this little video because we like them and it reminds me a lot," commented a user. Lizet didn't hesitate to respond: "I love them too and I make them all the time."
Another follower shared their frustration about not being able to get them right: “How could I not remember it, haha, but believe me, I haven't been able to make them because I just can't get it right.” Lizet, always attentive, responded with a piece of advice: “It's all about practice, don’t let the mixture be too thick and fry them with the oil really hot.”
Many of the comments indicated that these fritters were not only sold in Güines. "Fritura de Harina or fritura de bacalao without bacalao, I’m from Santiago de Cuba and they were also on every corner," wrote one follower. Lizet confirmed that in her town they were only made with flour and were known as "pan con frita."
Among the Cubans living abroad, the video also caused great emotion, as it reminded them of their lives before emigrating: "My beloved Güines, a guinera around here"; "I am from Güines and I am also a fan of them. Of course I remember, that will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing the recipe for those who don’t know how to make them."
The video has touched a sensitive nerve in the collective memory of Cubans, and the comments only prove it. From Miami to Puerto Rico, and from Güines to Santiago de Cuba, Cubans have found in Lizet's post an opportunity to remember their childhood and the snacks at the street stalls in their towns.
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