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…
Vegetarian
You've got loads of options if you want to make a Vegetarian Mexican meal! Keep an eye out for the Avocado Hummus and Cucumber Pico de Gallo Tostadas -- it's easily one of the most popular recipes on the site and you can customize it to your liking quite easily.
Poblano Queso Dip
I know what you’re thinking… Warm, gooey Queso Dip is awesome. And so is the rich flavor of roasted Poblano peppers. So why not combine the two? Or would that just be too much goodness in one bowl?!! How To Make Poblano Queso Dip I should mention right off the bat that this Queso…
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,…
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…
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…
Jalapeno Hummus
Load up your kitchen with Mexican ingredients and they will start looking for friends! This Jalapeno Hummus is a perfect example of that — a decidedly non-Mexican dish that gets a welcome jolt thanks to a burst of jalapeno-lime-cilantro flavor. Sure, it works well for some traditional dipping of veggies, but I’ve been using it…
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…
Roasted Hatch Chile Salsa
Warning: super concentrated Hatch flavor lies ahead! Yes, it’s that time of year so keep an eye out for fresh Hatch chiles in your local markets. If you’re new to them here’s what a few pounds worth looks like: They look similar to Anaheims, but Hatch chiles have a unique flavor that’s generated in the…
Spicy Queso Dip
This recipe comes with full permission to make Queso Dip any night of the week, no special occasion required! It’s remarkably easy and it will upgrade any childhood Velveeta memories with a fiery, smoky batch of real deal Queso. How To Make Queso Dip It will also be far superior to anything you can get…