This Mango Black Bean Salsa has been such a welcome change of pace for my kitchen lately! Sure, you can serve it up next to a bowl of chips, but it works equally well on tacos and salads so feel free to get creative with it. I've been loading it on top...
Easy Mexican Recipes Using Beans
Beans are one of the most versatile Mexican ingredients but don't limit them to the side dish realm! You can easily turn them into a full meal if you want to. Keep an eye out for the Molletes and the all-important How To Make Refried Beans.
Easy Mexican Bean Soup
This Easy Mexican Bean Soup is proof that some good stock will go a long way in your kitchen! I used the Better Vegetable Stock from last week, but I've also tried it with this homemade chicken stock and it is scrumptious. As further proof that the stock is the most important ingredient in this...
Yellow Indian Woman Pot Beans
I've been getting emails about these Yellow Indian Woman beans and I finally got around to trying them -- and I'm glad I did! I've never seen them in my local stores so I bought some from Rancho Gordo: I don't have any affiliation with Rancho Gordo, but I do buy stuff from them a...
Spicy Chickpea Tostadas
It's true, this is a personal concoction that you might not find in the heart of Mexico, but don't let that stop you from making it! Taking a cue from these refried beans, we'll be using some chipotles in adobo to whip up a wildly versatile chickpea puree -- it's a great alternative source of protein...
Enfrijoladas Made With Peruano Beans
I don't have proof, but there's a good chance that Enfrijoladas came about in hopes of simplifying life. Because you always have beans on hand right?! All you need to do is liquefy the beans, add a bit of flavor, and you'll have lightning quick Enfrijoladas on the table for a wildly satisfying meal. ...
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...
Mayocoba Pot Beans
I've gotten a few emails about these Mayocoba beans from Rancho Gordo and I finally got around to making a batch: Overall I thought they were delish and on par with varieties I've tried in the past. Once cooked they have a mild, buttery flavor that makes them a prime choice for some epic batches...
Gorditas Recipe
Homemade Gorditas are an easy way to turn leftovers into a meal that you actually look forward to! Is that possible?! Picture thick, delicious masa cakes stuffed with your choice of filling and you're on the right track. The thing is...you've got loads of choices on how to make your Gorditas: Thick vs. thin Fried vs....
Chilaquiles with Black Beans, Avocado and Pickled Jalapenos
This recipe is evidence that Chilaquiles are best served with a dose of improvisation. What you've got in your kitchen is far more important than what the recipe states, so feel free to listen to your palate when the time comes. I'm serving this batch with Black Beans, Avocado, Pickled Jalapenos and a sprinkling of...
How to Make Refried Beans
This is probably the easiest way to make a killer batch of refried beans without spending a couple hours cooking the beans. If you want to read about cooking up some beans from scratch see our Frijoles de Olla post. But this version starts with cooked beans -- and you can get away with using a...