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Clamato Michelada | Mexican Beer Cocktail

A Michelada is a Mexican cocktail made with beer, lime juice, a bunch of different sauces and, in this case, a not-so-secret ingredient: Clamato juice. Learn how to make an easy and ultra-refreshing Clamato Michelada to keep you going on those hot summer days! Jump to: | Recipe | What Is A Michelada? | Ingredients …

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Mexican Sausage Banderillas with Chimichurri Pizza Sauce

Mexican sausage banderillas are essentially hot dogs wrapped and fried in a flour tortilla and usually served as a lunch food. Add a spicy Mexican pizza sauce (aka chimichurri for pizza) instead of ketchup or mustard and you have a much tastier dish that can be enjoyed as lunch or dinner. Both the banderillas and …

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Low Carb Mexican Street Food – with chile lime salt (Tajin)

Chile lime salt (aka Tajin) sprinkled over fruits and vegetables is a popular Mexican snack, often served in small cups in Latin America as Mexican street food. Tajin is the “brand name” of the ubiquitous chile lime salt, but a homemade DIY version is much fresher, allowing the simple ingredients to stand out. Try it …

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Retro Tiki: Mai Tai & Pineapple Glazed Ham Balls

Waikiki Ham Balls (with a pineapple glaze) was a popular appetizer in the 60’s tiki scene, and the recipes below feature a retro ham ball recipe, as well as a retro tiki Mai Tai, complete with umbrella.  I have to admit, I was leery of the idea of “ham balls”, but surprise, surprise.  They were …

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Low Carb Sliders: Picnics or Game Nights

Burger buns are not allowed on a low carb or slow carb diet, not even mini buns for sliders.  That doesn’t mean however that you can’t enjoy great tasting sliders at your next cookout or outdoor party.  Liven up the little mini-burgers with some salty, crispy bacon and some creamy avocados and you won’t miss …

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