For the past couple months I’ve been flipping through Meat by Pat LaFrieda in hopes of learning some new skills in the Meat realm. There’s loads of good info in this book, and it’s been uber helpful to see details of any and every meat cut you can possibly imagine: He’s got a recipe…
Tacos
Got Tacos on the brain?! Here are some great recipes to try out -- with a special nod to Tinga Tacos and the modestly named World's Greatest Chicken Tacos.
Taqueria Style Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots
March 2020 — I just updated this recipe with a few minor tweaks. It’s easily one of my favorite recipes on the site, so I also added a video in hopes of proving how easy it is to make these Pickled Jalapenos. You’ll get a massive upgrade in flavor compared to store-bought versions, so if…
Express Carne Asada
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…
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: Loaded burritos? Crispy quesadillas? Chicken…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Avocado Hummus and Cucumber Pico de Gallo Tostadas
Wait, what? It’s true, it’ll be tough to get these Avocado Hummus and Cucumber Pico de Gallo Tostadas delivered to your cabana on the Mayan Riviera. Combining avocado with chickpeas might be a misdemeanor offense in certain parts of Mexico, but this combo is becoming more common when North of the Border and you can…
Chipotle Hot Sauce
If chipotles are the solution to life’s problems then consider keeping some of this Chipotle Hot Sauce in the fridge. It’s got that addictive smoky flavor bursting out of the bottle and you’ll only need a few drops at a time to liven up your latest meal. There are seven chipotles in a single bottle…