This is a collection of Mexican recipes developed as food memories after many visits to Mexico. Some are modified to be low carb, but some are just made to be delicious and they include whatever ingredients needed to make as true a dish as possible.
Mexican cuisine is quite diverse, with many different regional variations of traditional or authentic recipes. However, during the Winter holidays there are a few key staples that can be found in nearly every Mexican household. Below are the essential pantry ingredients that will help you be prepared to take on making most Mexican celebration meals. …
This version of pozole rojo is from mi amiga who lives in the Bajío region of Mexico (west-central Mexico). It is a luscious slow-cooked stew made with pork, hominy, Mexican spices, and a blend of mild to moderate chile peppers in the rojo sauce. It is simple to make without a lot of hands-on time, …
This low carb salmon dinner comes together in 15 minutes with only 2-3 ingredients. The mayonnaise adds a creamy tang to the salmon and the optional salsa macha adds the heat and the crunch. Great week-night dinner! Jump to:RECIPEIngredientsIllustrated Step by Step Ingredients: There are really only 2 key ingredients to this recipe! You will …
Have you ever been served a spicy chili oil with tasty and addictively crunchy bits at a Mexican restaurant or bar? This Mexican chili oil is called salsa macha, and it’s actually a breeze to make. Use it on everything from tacos to rice to pizza! Jump to:RecipeWhat Is Salsa Macha?Ingredients & SubstitutionsServing SuggestionsShelf Life …
I wanted to make this remarkable cake for a fiesta party, but the first two attempts were total failures. The third time around was perfection and raves from the friends and family on the both the taste and the presentation. Learn from my mistakes below and get your layered, sweet Impossible Chocoflan to turn out …
This classic Mexican pumpkin seed and tomatillo sauce, sometimes referred to as green mole or mole verde, is tangy, herbal and a little spicy. The pipián sauce is a rich blend of pumpkin seeds, spices, tomatillos, and roasted poblano peppers. Once the sauce ingredients are pureed in a blender, it is then briefly simmered with …
Mexican rice (arroz rojo) is a side dish that accompanies many, many Mexican meals. It is basically a fluffy rice dish made with long-grain rice and cooked in a tomato-based broth with onions, garlic, and spices. It often includes veggies like carrots, onion, peppers or peas. This recipe is from mi amiga who lives in …
This easy Summer recipe is perfect for lunch or a light dinner when you want something quick, inexpensive and nutritious (and it’s great in any season). Ensalada de Atun is a common occurrence on the Mexican table, but the purists tell you it must be eaten with saltines (and I tend to agree)! Jump to: …
A classic ”stuffing” for Mexican meatballs (albóndigas) is a hard-boiled egg. Once the meatballs are stuffed they are served in a rich and sometimes spicy red sauce (or salsa). You will sometimes see Mexican albóndigas made without the egg stuffing, and served as a soup (Caldo de Albondigas). This recipe however is for the stuffed …
The first time you make chile rellenos can be a bit intimidating from all the roasting, peeling, stuffing and frying. The next ten times you make them, because they were so wonderful, it will come together much easier. The key is to grab a friend or family member and enjoy the process. Just don’t rush …
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 (aka clamato beer) to keep you going on those hot summer days! Jump to:RECIPEWhat Is A Michelada?Michelada Ingredients & SubstitutionsStep …
Mexico’s version of kid-friendly comfort food is Sopa de Fideo. Like mac and cheese in the US, it is a classic lunchtime dish that many kids in Mexico grow up on. This version of fideo adds leftover turkey to the tomato and pasta base. Keeps the turkey moist and the adults are just as happy …
Whatever the occasion, you can’t go wrong with these popular gift ideas for that friend or family member who loves to prepare Mexican food. Whether they’re a beginner or advanced cook, there’s a fun and useful gift for everyone! 1. Tortilla press If your loved one has been cooking Mexican food for a while, they’ll …
Whether you’re carving Jack-o-Lanterns for Halloween or roasting squash for a Winter comfort dinner, don’t throw out the seeds! Roast them up with some aromatic spices for a healthy Fall-flavored snack, or a garnish to many Mexican dishes. Jump to: RECIPEWhich Pumpkin Seeds Are Edible?Pumpkin Seeds vs PepitasHow To Remove and Clean Pumpkin Seeds Which …
On the 1st and 2nd of November, Mexicans will honor and celebrate the spirit and memory of loved ones that came before them. The celebration is known as Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). There are a number of traditional food dishes that are enjoyed during this time, either as a meal or …