Pambazos is one of the many ways we eat tortas in everyday Mexico. In fact, Pre hispanic people around the region believed that color in your food, and the way it is presented, was crucial! Dishes were made colorful and appealing so that you were…
I drew inspiration for this Esquites Recipe from the vibrant Mexican street food culture. This beloved snack, also known as “antojitos”, is a staple in Mexico and a must-try for anyone. Street vendors sell esquites across the country, especially when in peak season, offering a…
Grilling Grilling is one of the most popular cooking methods out there. It is a synonym of relaxation, family time, and delicious tasty aromatic food. I want to teach you how to prep, marinade, and grill the most delicious spatchcock chicken you will ever have….
Horchata ranks highly in my kitchen and around the world. This refreshing sweet creamy drink has won many hearts. As for me, I grew up enjoying this beverage because It was everywhere! At the local market, restaurants, taquerias and most importantly at a place I call home. There are so many variations and flavors, tents where actually set up to sell these fresh waters. Horchata continues to gain popularity and its refreshing qualities captivate new generations.
Homemade churros are the perfect treat. They are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and the cinnamon sugar creates a distinctive flavor. Accompany them with a sauce or hot beverage like hot chocolate to take your experience to the next level. It’s an easy recipe to make and a hard one to resist.
I cherish the beauty in culture and what it offers. Mexican cuisine is filled with technique and rich in creativity. Women in our town would stretch these by hand and lay them on a hot chimney made from clay, fired by mountain, hand picked wood. They were paired with a sweet hot beverage or made into buñuelos. These flour tortillas are soft, tender, delicate and delicious. If this is the first time you make them, don’t get frustrated, grow familiar with the process. There is only a few ingredients but the outcome is perfect in every way.
Make guacamole using a mortar and pestle in order to release natural oils. You know what they say! everything taste better in a molcajete.
Mexican rice is one of the main side dishes in Mexican cuisine. Everything about it is delicious. The fresh meaty ripe tomatoes contribute to its color and the aromatic spices blossom into delightful and distinctive flavors. Mexican rice has transcended in time and has earned a special place at our dining table. It is very easy to make, yet so rich in flavor. This is the only Mexican rice recipe you will ever need.
What is there not to love about melted cheese? Queso fundido is not just any melted cheese, this is a Mexican style recipe that takes us to another dimension. The combination of chorizo and poblano peppers make this recipe so unique in flavor. This is an irresistible appetizer or even main course that you can pair with flour tortillas. All in all, this is an amazing dish that can’t go unnoticed. All the ingredients come together beautifully in a way that makes it unforgettable.
Quesadillas are incredibly popular and so easy to make. There is nothing simple about the flavor and so much to love. This recipe will take your creativity to the next level. Prepare yourself to be inspired to experiment with different fillings and try new ingredients. I love to use Queso Oaxaca (type of Mexican cheese) which happens to be an all time favorite.This recipe will provide you a step by step guidance to making delicious quesadillas with a whole lot of flavor.
