Head back in time to a world without soda and it'll be much easier to find a refreshing glass of Horchata. Or you can skip the time machine and make your own batch at home. Horchata is one of Mexico's most common agua frescas and this easy-to-make recipe is perfect if you're new to this...
Archives for February 2018
Rajas: Creamy Poblano Strips with Potatoes
Finally a Rajas recipe! Get in the habit of buying fresh poblanos and you'll always have the option of whipping up a batch of Rajas. These are roasted poblano strips drenched in a creamy sauce and they are easily one of Mexican cuisine's most common side dishes. I typically add potato and some stock to...
Easy Adobo Sauce
Adobo sauce has been around the block. It's become an all-purpose term for seasoning or spice, but to find an authentic version your best bet is to head back in time a few hundred years. Grinding your own chili peppers will help complete that journey, and in doing so you might just find a flavor combo...
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
This is the homemade enchilada sauce I always come back to. Ancho chili peppers give it a rich, complex flavor that works wonders when it's gooped over some crispy corn tortillas. Enchilada sauce also happens to freeze quite well, so I've gotten in the habit of making an oversized batch and freezing a few portions. ...