Need something for the middle of the appetizer table on Sunday? Here are some epic Crowd Pleasers that will spice up the Big Game — even if the game is boring! All of these recipes can be doubled or tripled for larger groups so feel free to go big. In addition to the recipes below,…
Appetizers/Sides
Here are all the Appetizers and Side Dishes on Mexican Please! Keep an eye out for the Pico de Gallo and the Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots -- add those two recipes to your kitchen and good things will happen!
Mexican Rice 2.0
This Mexican Rice 2.0 came about in response to a simple question that has probably been keeping many of you up at night… What happens if you add tomatillos to Mexican Rice? Like most tomato dishes that ask tomatillos to join the party (see this Tinga and this combo Salsa) you’ll get a completely unique…
Candied Jalapenos
Finally some Candied Jalapenos! I’ve been getting emails about these for years and over the past few weeks I’ve been fiddling with a recipe for them. They are sweet, fiery delights that also happen to be highly addictive, so consider yourself warned!! You’ll also sometimes see these referred to as Cowboy Candy, and that…
Poblano Queso Dip
I know what you’re thinking… Warm, gooey Queso Dip is awesome. And so is the rich flavor of roasted Poblano peppers. So why not combine the two? Or would that just be too much goodness in one bowl?!! How To Make Poblano Queso Dip I should mention right off the bat that this Queso…
Tiny Jar of Pickled Serranos
This Tiny Jar of Pickled Serranos is offered up as proof that quick pickling is easy, flexible, and willing to accommodate what you have in the kitchen. I had a bunch of Serrano chiles in the fridge and didn’t think I would be able to use all of them — a few minutes later they…
Jalapeno Hummus
Load up your kitchen with Mexican ingredients and they will start looking for friends! This Jalapeno Hummus is a perfect example of that — a decidedly non-Mexican dish that gets a welcome jolt thanks to a burst of jalapeno-lime-cilantro flavor. Sure, it works well for some traditional dipping of veggies, but I’ve been using it…
Entomatadas Recipe
The ingredient list may look familiar, but these Entomatadas have carved out their own space at the table of Mexican cuisine. And yes, it’s the ratios that make this dish work. By keeping the sweet, roasted tomato flavor at the forefront, and sending the onion and heat to the background, you’ll get a unique, delicious…
Roasted Hatch Chile Salsa
Warning: super concentrated Hatch flavor lies ahead! Yes, it’s that time of year so keep an eye out for fresh Hatch chiles in your local markets. If you’re new to them here’s what a few pounds worth looks like: They look similar to Anaheims, but Hatch chiles have a unique flavor that’s generated in the…
Spicy Queso Dip
This recipe comes with full permission to make Queso Dip any night of the week, no special occasion required! It’s remarkably easy and it will upgrade any childhood Velveeta memories with a fiery, smoky batch of real deal Queso. How To Make Queso Dip It will also be far superior to anything you can get…
Tomatillo Pico de Gallo
There’s a good chance you always roast your tomatillos before using them in Salsa — and that’s a good thing! But raw tomatillos have benefits too, and this Tomatillo Pico de Gallo is a great recipe to get you familiar with their unique flavor — tart, vibrant, and a hint of citrus. If you’ve never taken a…