Fried Shrimps

There truly is nothing better than a crispy, crunchy batch of fried shrimp. This easy, no-fuss recipe is perfect when that salty craving hits. If you like, you can easily dress up the flavors by adding your favorite spices, such as paprika, cumin, or more cayenne. Depending on the size of your shrimp, you may … Read more

Beef Birria Pan Pizza

In this recipe I made birria style braised beef, and slapped it on a pan pizza! The takeaway is definitely the Oaxaca cheese and all its cheese pull glory! INGREDIENTSFor the dough:3.5-4 cups all purpose flour1 1/2 cups warm water1 pkg active dry yeast1 tsp sugar1/2 tsp salt1 tbsp olive oilFor the toppings:3 lb boneless … Read more

beef and bean red burrito

Ingredients: Still with my grandchildren and made my grandsons favorite beef and bean red burrito and my granddaughters favorite veggie rice. It might be cold outside but it’s warm with my babies. Sorry it took me so long to add recipe, I was out of town and hate to type on my phone. Edit to … Read more

ork ribs in red Chile sauce

Costillas en Chile Rojo con nopales…( pork ribs in red Chile sauce) Ingredients: 3 lbs pork ribs cut in chunks (pork butt works great too) 1 small onion 3 garlic garlic cloves 8 Chile guajillo or New Mexico for a spicier dish add 5 Chile de arbol 1/4 tsp cumin 1 tsp ground oregano Salt … Read more

Salsa de Molcajete Picosa

Salsita de molcajete on deck!!! Just made  this Salsa… Salsa de Molcajete Picosa  Ingredients: 5 tomatoes 10 serranos 3 garlic cloves 1/8 piece of yellow onion Kosher salt to taste Directions: Roast\Char everything making sure not to burn the garlic or it will be bitter. Once everything is soft add garlic and onion to the molcajete … Read more

Cuajitos -Simple Mexican Beef Soup

Ingredients: 10 cups of water 2 1/2 pounds chuck roast sliced into 1 1/2 inch cubes 3-4 cloves of garlic minced 1 small white onion diced 2-4 jalapeños diced 4 roma tomatoes diced 2-3 tablespoons maggi seasoning 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon cumin Salt to taste 1/3 cup cilantro chopped 2 bay leaves Garnish 3 cups Mexican rice previously prepared 3 cups pinto beans previously cooked Lime sliced into wedges Onion diced Chile piquin crushed Corn tortillas warmed Directions: To the pressure cooker, add all of the soup ingredients … Read more

Chiles Rellenos

Ingredients: Chiles:6 poblano chiles8 ounces Oaxacan-style string cheese, mozzarella, or Monterey JackBatter:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dredging1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon fine salt, plus more for sprinkling1 (12-ounce) bottle or can lager-style beerVegetable oil, for deep-fryingMexican Tomato Sauce, warm, recipe followsMexican Tomato Sauce:2 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored and … Read more

homemade chorizo

Homemade Chorizo is super simple and so customizable. Make a little taste test and cook it up to make sure you’re happy with the spices. ingredients SCALE1x2x3x 1 pound pork shoulder 2 1/2 tablespoons of cider vinegar 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder 1 tablespoon guajillo chile powder 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 … Read more

Fresh Corn Salad with Black Beans and Tomatoes

Ingredients:Dressing:6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1 jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced (leave a few seeds in if you want it a little spicy)1 clove garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon table salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Salad: 8 ears fresh corn , husks and silks removed1 pint … Read more

Homemade Picadillo with Flour tortillas

Ingredients :For Picadillo : 2 tbsp evoo (extra virgin olive oil)1 to 2 lbs ground beef3 potatoes cubed1 can green beans or fresh (optional)small onion2 garlic cloves minced3 tomatoes diced2 Serrano Chile’s chopped1 tsp kosher salt add more if needed1 tsp garlic salt1/4 tsp cumin1 tsp oregano rubbed between palms1 tsp chili powder3 tsps paprikaPepper … Read more