Tacos de alambre - Villa Cocina

Tacos de Alambre

Tacos de alambre feature a savory blend of seasoned meat and sautéed vegetables, all topped with melted cheese and wrapped in a warm corn tortilla. Each bite is elevated with the addition of fresh salsa. This post contains affiliate links. As the ingredients cook together,…

Mexican Crema

Crema Mexicana

This post contains affiliate links. What is Crema Mexicana? Mexican crema, also known as crema de rancho (Ranch Style), is a rich, sophisticated cream with a velvety texture and substantial body. It flows beautifully over a variety of dishes, adding a luscious, slightly tangy finish…

Chicken stock

Chicken stock recipe

Chicken stock is such an easy way of enhancing the overall flavor of a dish.This recipe will come together in an instant pot, but do not worry, you can also do it on a normal pot if it’s what you’ve got on hand; it will just take longer, but it’s totally doable. The combination of chicken bones with aromatics creates such a beautiful golden broth, full of flavor, and undeniable quality. You can easily make this at home and save some money opposed to buying the more expensive brands. This is the recipe you need when you run out of chicken stock!

Champurrado

Traditional Champurrado

Mexican champurrado is so popular in Mexico and a go to when it comes to hot beverages. Mexican food is delicious in every corner, and champurrado just adds to the repertoire of an already flavorful menu. It is popularly paired with tamales or just a flour tortilla in some instances. It’s always a special occasion to enjoy a corn masa champurrado, but whatever the choice, it will be delicious!

Chicken tinga empanadas

Chicken Tinga Empanadas

I am going to teach you everything you need to know about empanadas in order to enjoy a delicious outcome! We are using instant corn masa harina which cuts the prep time significantly and the outcome is one of a kind. Can you picture the flavor of fried corn paired with the smokiness of the chicken tinga? You are not ready for this.

Roasted Poblano Omelette

Roasted Poblano Omelette

Learn how to make the best omelettes under 15 minutes. This easy to make recipe requires minimum effort, and saves you time while giving you great results. This recipe will easily become a favorite because you can prep the ingredients ahead of time and impress a crowd. Follow this step by step tutorial where I teach you exactly how to make it and you’ll be happy you tried it! 

Duck tamales

Duck Tamales Recipe

Duck tamales is such an underrated recipe that will surprise your taste buds when you take that first bite! The version I’m teaching you is inspired in the duck tamales made by our Purépecha people that use to inhabit the now modern day Tzintzuntzan, Michoacán. Enjoy the legendary “tamales de pato!”

Blooming quesadilla rings

Blooming Quesadilla Rings

Mexican appetizers are top notch, and so are the flavors! I have made these delicious quesadillas with your special gathering in mind. Wether you present them to your guest, or just want to make them for close friends and family, rest a sure this appetizer will be resounding success. Its such an easy recipe that you’ll be making over and over again.