It’s true, the term Gordita roughly translates as “little fat one” and they are typically served up as hefty masa cakes that are much thicker than conventional tortillas. But I like them best when they are a bit thinner than the conventional sizing, and this Bacon Serrano Gordita recipe is a good example of that style….
Breakfast
The great thing about Mexican Breakfast Recipes is they are good enough to be eaten for lunch and dinner too! Keep an eye out for Migas and the Breakfast Burritos -- so yummy!
Chilaquiles with Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa
Chilaquiles have become more common on brunch menus across the States, but I’m usually disappointed with the restaurant versions. By the time the Chilaquiles get to the table they’ve spent way too much time in transit and you end up with a soggy mess. But when they are hot and semi-crispy they are a real…
Huevos Divorciados
Believe it or not, the ominously named Huevos Divorciados come with the ability to keep the peace at the breakfast table. There won’t be anything to fight over as this dish is traditionally served with two freshly made Salsas. Yes, two! This will accommodate all palates and ensure that everyone leaves the morning summit a…
Chorizo and Eggs (with Homemade Salsa Verde!)
For grumpy mornings you can certainly make Chorizo and Eggs with just the two ingredients: simply cook the chorizo and combine it with some scrambled eggs. But you’ll get a massive upgrade in flavor if you top it with a freshly made Salsa Verde. Tomatillo based salsas work wonders on egg dishes and this combo…
Huevos Rancheros
We’re going to use the flavorbomb refried beans from last week to whip up a batch of Huevos Rancheros. And even though the chipotle-infused beans are deserving of their lofty status, it’s actually the homemade Salsa that will keep you coming back to these Huevos Rancheros. How To Make Huevos Rancheros So if you’re not familiar with…
Migas: Eggs and Tortillas Recipe (Plus Bacon!)
Finally some Migas! This could easily become your default breakfast dish for lazy weekend mornings, so consider yourself warned! They are addictive and once you’ve had a home-cooked version you’ll be left wondering why eggs n’ bacon in the States are served up so…boring? Green sauces work wonders on eggs so we’re bombing these Migas…
Mexican Frittata
If your weekly grocery list includes Mexican cooking ingredients then most likely you’ve already got everything you need to make a zippy Mexican Frittata. Frittatas are wildly versatile, and while many chefs will use them to showcase exotic flavor combos, the truth is they seem to work best when they are partnering up with the…
Poblano Breakfast Potatoes
These Poblano Breakfast Potatoes are perfect for lazy mornings. Chop ’em up, throw ’em in the oven, and 30-40 minutes later you’ll have a batch of scrumptious papas that will instantly rescue any grumpy heads in the house. You can also use them as an alarm clock because the smell of roasting poblanos will act…
Crispy Jalapeno Hash Browns
Warning: if you have trouble slowing down when there are crispy potato products around then please ignore this Crispy Jalapeno Hash Browns recipe. Or you can read the recipe but also come to an agreement with your Significant Other to keep a watchful eye on you once the hash browns are done cooking. Because it’s…
Chorizo Breakfast Burritos
It would be easy to give all the credit to the homemade chorizo in these epic breakfast burritos. And it’s true, having access to a batch of authentic chorizo does amp them up a notch, but there’s a hidden reason that seems to make people gobble up these burritos. Hint: think green. The subtle tartness of roasted tomatillos…