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    Home » Mexican Cooking 101

    Mexican Cooking 101

    techniques for mexican cuisine

    This category includes lots of great tips and techniques for cooking authentic Mexican cuisine at home.

    Chilaquiles with Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa

    November 30, 2018 By Patrick 8 Comments

    chilaquiles served with egg on a plate

    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...

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    Chile Verde Recipe

    November 7, 2018 By Patrick 73 Comments

    This is a great recipe for a comforting batch of Chili Verde. I use the leftovers to make some killer burritos and quesadillas. So good! mexicanplease.com

    Chile Verde is a worthy ambassador for all of Mexican cuisine.  It has a comforting, otherworldly flavor that people respond to with a Yup, there it is  --  as if they are rediscovering a long lost flavor that's been missing for a few generations. While it's traditionally served as a stew, the great thing about...

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    Habanero Hot Sauce Recipe

    October 3, 2018 By Patrick 52 Comments

    Consider yourself warned! This is a massively fiery Habanero Hot Sauce! All you need is a drop or two to amp up your favorite dish, with a special nod to Fish Tacos. Yum! mexicanplease.com

    Fireball habanero peppers should come with a warning sign tied around their stems for the uninitiated, and that applies to this Habanero Hot Sauce as well. So consider yourself warned!  This is a massively fiery hot sauce and all you need is a drop or two to amp up your favorite dishes, with a special...

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    Authentic, Well-Balanced Pico de Gallo

    September 14, 2018 By Patrick 44 Comments

    Five ingredients is all it takes to make a classic, authentic Pico de Gallo. This recipe keeps the tomatoes in check by using plenty of onion and seasoning. So good! mexicanplease.com

    Update:  Hey guys, I'm re-posting this Pico de Gallo recipe because I've added a video to the post -- it's my first recipe video!!  You'll find the video down below, right before the recipe box.  Please let me know if the video is helpful and if you'd like to see more of them! Every kitchen...

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    How to Make Refried Beans

    August 9, 2018 By Patrick 40 Comments

    This is a delicious, fiery version of Chicken Tinga. The key is to use both tomatoes and tomatillos, along with plenty of chipotles! mexicanplease.com

    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...

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    4 Different Ways To Make The Same Salsa

    July 18, 2018 By Patrick 24 Comments

    Here are four different ways to make Salsa Verde -- I typically use the oven to roast the tomatillos but the broiler comes in a strong second. mexicanplease.com

    The next time you come across a salsa recipe keep in mind that you've got some leeway on how to make it.  The "right" way is the way that tastes best to you, even if others think you are violating the salsa code! With that in mind, here are four distinct ways to make Salsa...

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    Corn Tortillas Made With White Olotillo Corn

    July 11, 2018 By Patrick 16 Comments

    Here's the recipe for a recent batch of homemade corn tortillas I made using some White Olotillo Corn. I used a food processor to grind the corn down and added in some Masa Harina to get the right consistency. mexicanplease.com

    One of the surprise benefits of putting a blog out there in the world is the way it accelerates my own learning.  These White Olotillo Corn Tortillas are the perfect example of that phenomenon. They're probably the most rewarding tortillas I've ever made at home, so if you ever find yourself disappointed with your local...

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    Easy Tamales Recipe

    July 4, 2018 By Patrick 87 Comments

    Here's an easy tamales recipe to keep in mind for weeknight dinners. Using leftovers for the tamale filling really simplifies the process -- we're using leftover bean dip in this batch! mexicanplease.com

    It's rare to find the words easy and tamales in the same sentence, but with a few simple tricks you can make a scrumptious batch of tamales without having to devote an entire day to them. Making tamale dough AND making a tamale filling sounds like double duty to me, so I usually make a smaller...

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    Baked Tortilla Chips

    June 13, 2018 By Patrick 3 Comments

    This is the easiest way to make a batch of Baked Tortilla Chips. I like them best when the edges are crispy but the middle is still slightly chewy, i.e. don't cook them too long! mexicanplease.com

    Here's the easiest way to make a crispy batch of Baked Tortilla Chips. They are lightning quick to whip up and they come with all sorts of leeway for seasoning.  I'll put an option for some Pepita seasoning down below, but even if you serve these up with a simple sprinkling of salt there's a...

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    Agua de Jamaica -- Hibiscus Iced Tea

    May 23, 2018 By Patrick 22 Comments

    Agua de Jamaica iis one of Mexico's most popular agua frescas. This version uses less sugar but feel free to sweeten it up if you want to. So good! mexicanplease.com

    Next time you come across one of these bags of Hibiscus flowers, consider buying it -- you can use them to make a delicious batch of Agua de Jamaica, one of Mexico's most common agua frescas. You'll definitely find these Hibiscus flowers in Hispanic markets, but even some general grocers are starting to carry them.  Sometimes...

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