It’s true, the most effective way to make flavorful Carne Asada is to give it a lengthy swim in a zippy marinade. But admit it, there are nights when you skip over any recipe that suggests anything as offensive as an hours-long marinade. Look dude, I’m starving and I barely have time to cook, so marinate…
Main Dish
Here are my site's recipes that can be used as a Main Dish! Lots of great options here for dinner but keep an eye out for the Picadillo and the Slow Cooker Carnitas.
Chicken Chile Verde
I’ve been keeping batches of this Chicken Chile Verde in the fridge for the past couple weeks — it’s super easy to make and it can lead to all sorts of quick, no-thinking-involved meals. Perfect! Take a look at this pan of goodness and tell me what potential you see: Chicken Chile Verde Tacos? Loaded…
Easy Calabacitas Recipe
Calabacitas is one of the most satisfying dishes you’ll come across in Mexican cuisine — and that’s coming from a stubborn carnivore! It’s a vegetarian dish that roughly translates as “zucchini”, but you can use all types of squash in this recipe and still get stellar results. It’s also a worthy ambassador for one of…
Chicken Tinga Enchiladas
If you’re a fan of the Tinga Tostadas from a few weeks ago then you can easily use that Tinga flavor to make a wicked batch of enchiladas. I used chicken for this batch but feel free to get creative with the protein choice as it’s the Tinga sauce that’s the star attraction here. You’ve…
Tinga Tostadas
Tinga Tostadas are a real treat and will have you making huge batches of Tinga de Pollo so you can whip up tingalicious meals for the rest of the week. If you’re new to this Tinga recipe be sure to add in the tomatillos as it makes a huge difference! Adding tomatillos gives it a…
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…
Huevos Ahogados — Eggs Poached in Salsa
Have you tried this Huevos Ahogados recipe yet? It’s an old favorite but I wanted to mention that I’ve been adding some leftover Hatch chile pieces to the broth and it is delish! Poached eggs swimming in a warm Tomato-Jalapeno broth is a real treat, so consider giving it a go if you’re new to…
Hatch Green Chile Enchiladas
If you’re still seeing Hatch chiles in your area then you’ve got the option of making a wicked batch of enchiladas. Roasted Hatch chiles have a distinct flavor and they are prepared to do all the heavy lifting if you just give ’em the chance! I’m making chicken and cheese enchiladas in this recipe, but keep…
Pork Chops in Adobo Sauce
These Pork Chops in Adobo Sauce are a great way to add adobo to your kitchen repertoire! If you’re new to adobo sauce you can think of it as an all purpose seasoning for grilled meats, but you’ll frequently see it added to soups and stews as well. Adobo has real flava and if you…
Carne Asada Tacos
This recipe is designed to get some Carne Asada Tacos in the house — tonight! As you would expect, the spicy, slightly charred steak is the star attraction here, and if you find yourself eating it right off the grill then that’s a good sign! And while you could easily serve up the Carne Asada…