Chimichangas: the most dangerous game. While most of us have our share of specialized kitchen tools such as an immersion blender or maybe a garlic roller, most of us are not blessed/cursed with a deep fryer. So for many of us the dreams of deep-fried food fresh at home are limited to filling cast-iron pans dangerously full or a brush with death caused by no knowledge of the fluid mechanics of displacement. Most of us think we’ll never get the crisp golden brown of a well-fried burrito at home. [Read more…]
Must-Try Mexican-Inspired Pumpkin Soup Recipe
October 17, 2014 by
In the heart of pumpkin season, we found it necessary to share with you a flavorful variation of a seasonal favorite. This Mexican-inspired hearty pumpkin soup recipe is a real gem. [Read more…]
Hot Sauce Recipes to Knock Your Socks Off
September 9, 2014 by
Lately with the popularity of spicy products like Sriracha skyrocketing, many people have been changing up their traditional cuisine by adding hot sauce. Now is a great time to open up your culinary experience by learning how to incorporate hot sauce recipes into your kitchen. [Read more…]
How to Make Churros
May 21, 2014 by
There is dispute over the history of where the churro originated. Some believe that it came from the Spanish shepherds because they had no access to bakeries, others believe that it was Portuguese sailors that brought them back after a trip to China. Despite this inconsistency in its history, this sweet and crunchy pastry spread to Latin American and North America and has become a traditional Mexican pastry for everyone to enjoy. [Read more…]
What are Pepitas?
May 7, 2014 by
When perusing the grocery store’s nut aisle, you may have come across a tasty looking product called “pepitas”. These green seeds look different than all of the other nuts on the shelf. [Read more…]
Chiles en Nogada Recipe
September 9, 2013 by
Mexico’s biggest holiday, El Grito de la Independencia, occurs on September 16th. [Read more…]
How to Make Enchilada Sauce
June 17, 2013 by
The difference between a good enchilada and a mediocre one is in the sauce. [Read more…]
Essential Ingredients in Traditional Mexican Food
October 22, 2012 by
Authentic Mexican cuisine is easy to enjoy. Perhaps the ingredients used in traditional Mexican food dishes are what make this style of cooking so loved, by so many. [Read more…]
Best Mexican Cookbooks for Your Kitchen
September 13, 2012 by
With the plethora of Mexican cookbooks available, it can be a real challenge to choose which fall into the category of “best Mexican cookbooks.” [Read more…]
How to Make a Margarita
August 31, 2012 by
Few things finish off a week better than a nice margarita. [Read more…]