Goya Recaito Cilantro Cooking Base, Pack of 2 (2 x 12 oz) — Ready-to-Use Latin Seasoning, High-Fiber, Vegan

Goya Recaito is a ready-to-use, cilantro-forward Latin cooking base that adds color, aroma and layered savory flavor to beans, rice, stews and proteins.

Made by Goya, this Recaito comes as a convenient pack containing two 12-ounce tubs of a green, sauté-ready seasoning made from cilantro, onion, garlic and green pepper blended in oil. Popular across Puerto Rican and Caribbean kitchens, Recaito functions as a flavor foundation: add it before or during cooking to build depth quickly without chopping or prepping individual aromatics. The product is plant-based, fiber-containing, and formulated to save time while delivering a lively herbal-savoury profile.

How does Goya Recaito change the way I cook everyday meals?

Recaito replaces the step of finely chopping cilantro, onions and peppers and cooking them down in oil. It shortens prep time and ensures consistent flavor from batch to batch, making it easier to bring authentic Latin taste to weeknight dinners.

• Use 1–2 tablespoons to start building flavor in soups, stews or rice.
• Sauté with oil and add proteins for a quick marinade base.
• Mix into beans or sauces near the beginning of cooking for full flavor infusion.

What dishes benefit most from this cilantro-based seasoning?

Recaito is versatile: it brightens legumes, enhances tomato sauces, enriches rice dishes and complements grilled meats and seafood. Its herbal, slightly garlicky character pairs especially well with Puerto Rican and Caribbean recipes but is equally useful in fusion bowls and everyday comfort food.

• Classic uses: black beans, sofrito-style rice, stews and soups.
• Protein uses: chicken, pork, beef, and shrimp marinades or sautés.
• Modern twists: blended into dips, mixed into vinaigrettes, or stirred into pasta sauces.

How do I use this product for best results and portion control?

Start with small amounts and adjust to taste, because the concentrated base is designed to impact flavor quickly. Incorporate early in the cooking process for mellow, integrated flavor or add near the end for a brighter herbal note; always stir well to incorporate the oil and aromatics.

• For rice: 1–2 tablespoons per cup of uncooked rice.
• For beans/stews: 2–4 tablespoons per pot, depending on intensity desired.
• For marinades: combine with oil and citrus for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Is this product suitable for special diets or storage needs?

Goya Recaito is vegan-friendly and contains dietary fiber as part of its vegetable-based ingredients. After opening, refrigerate and use within the timeframe on the label; the sealed tubs are designed for pantry storage until opened, making the pack-of-two format convenient for frequent cooks.

• Plant-based seasoning suitable for vegan meals.
• Contains fiber from cilantro, onion and peppers.
• Refrigerate after opening and follow label for shelf-life guidance.

Who is this for? Home cooks, busy families and anyone who wants an authentic Latin flavor base without the chopping: Goya Recaito is aimed at cooks seeking consistent, time-saving seasoning that brightens everyday dishes. Whether you’re building traditional Puerto Rican stews, spicing up weeknight rice bowls, or experimenting with Caribbean-inspired marinades, this pack of two 12 oz tubs gives you ready access to a cilantro-forward base that’s easy to store, easy to use, and built to deliver familiar savory-herbal notes every time.

Ingredients

Water, Coriander, Dehydrated Onions, Green Peppers, Modified Food Starch, Soybean Oil, Salt, Sweet Peppers, Garlic Powder, Monosodium Glutamate, Flour, Citric Acid and Oregano.