Here's another post that will hopefully give you some ideas for easy meals at home: Quick Lunch with Homemade Half and Half Tortillas. I make improvised meals like this all the time -- they're fast, delicious, and very easy on the wallet 🙂 It's always best to let the fridge dictate the initial idea, so...
Tortillas
I've been on a homemade tortilla quest for years and this category has all the tortilla recipes you'll need to get you started. The best way to start is to buy some Masa Harina and make some Homemade Corn Tortillas.
Half and Half Tortillas (Corn + Flour)
Have you noticed these trendy Half and Half Tortillas in your grocery store lately? While most store-bought tortillas are either corn or flour exclusively, these use both in the same tortilla. Sound crazy?! You end up with a more hearty tortilla that still has plenty of corn flavor. I've been meaning to experiment with them...
Gluten Free Flour Tortillas
I get regular questions about using gluten-free flour to make tortillas, and I finally got around to experimenting with some options! Here's what my starting point looked like: From left to right: Cup4Cup Gluten Free Flour Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour King Arthur's Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour If you're new...
Corn Tortillas Made From Popcorn Kernels
Homemade Tortillas continue to be in demand during these crazy times, so lately I've been getting this question more frequently: I have popcorn kernels at home can I use them to make tortillas? I've never had a great answer for this question, but I do now as I was quite surprised how good tortillas can...
Sopes With Refried Beans and Cheese
Sopes in the house! They may sound exotic, but if you've ever made corn tortillas at home then you're just a couple steps away from an authentic batch of Sopes. I topped this batch with refried beans and Queso Fresco, but they are wildly versatile and willing to accommodate your palate. How To Make Sopes...
Corn Tortillas Made With Fat
Flour tortillas are made with fat, but corn tortillas aren't. That's one of the unspoken rules of Mexican cuisine. But why? And what happens if you break the rules?!! Let's find out... Making Corn Tortillas With Some Lard I'll go through the process of making corn tortillas in this post, but if you're new to...
Homemade Corn Tortillas
These Homemade Corn Tortillas are still the most popular recipe on the site, so if you're new to them please consider giving it a go! I've updated this post with tips for the most common obstacles you'll encounter when making tortillas for the first time -- plus some brand options if you're new to Masa...
Making Corn Tortillas With Masa Harina From Masienda
I finally got around to testing the Masa Harina from Masienda -- and I'm glad I did! They use White Olotillo heirloom corn to make their Masa Harina and it led to some ultra-satisfying homemade corn tortillas. Here's what 2 lb. bags of their Masa Harina looks like: Note: I don't have any affiliation with...
How To Make Tostada Shells
Don't have tostada shells for that recipe you want to try out? Then it's time to whip up your own batch! Sure, you can always run out to buy some at the store, but once you make your own you'll always have a more convenient option. All you need is corn tortillas and some oil,...
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...