Esquites is essentially corn removed from the cob, stir-fried or braised with herbs and spices and served in a cup with some lime, chili pepper powder and some other toppings as crumbled cheese and mayo.
Tag: Mexican Cuisine
This ceviche made with fully-cooked fish and mango has the perfect amount of sweet and tart taste that you will love. Enjoy with some nachos, tostadas or soda crackers; as an appetizer, main or side dish. Really refreshing!
The best way to start your morning is with this mexican-style scrambled eggs with a side of refried beans and nachos.
Comfort food at it’s best. This enchiladas made with green tomatoes sauce are an excellent option for breakfast, lunch of dinner. Fill them with rotisserie chicken or a mix of fried potatoes and carrots for a vegetarian option. Garnish with pickled onions, sour cream or mozzarella cheese for a restaurant-like experience.
‘Balacao a la Vizcaina’ is a Spanish-style dish (from the Basque region) very common in Mexico and other Latin-American countries during Christmas, New Year’s Eve but also on Easter since the catholic tradition encourages people to eat more fish during Lent (Cuaresma).
‘Queso fundido’ is decent portion of cheese served little hot iron or clay container, hot steaming, and bubbling. Ready to be scooped out and laid carefully over a warm tortilla with your favorite toppings, guacamole, or pico de gallo.
Mexican chorizo is a spicy and highly seasoned sausage typically made from ground pork. However, it can also be made from ground beef, chicken but also TOFU as a vegan option.
In Mexico, birthdays, weddings, religious festivities, etc. are usually accompanied by great feasts. Oaxaca-style tamales, cooked in banana leaves, are one of those meals commonly prepared to celebrate those special ocassions. Treat your family with these tamales Oxaca-style made with pork loin in green sauce or shredded chicken in mole sauce. A piece of heaven on every bite.
Hominy with mushrooms is one of the many variations of this traditional Mexican stew that will satisfy carnivores and vegans alike. No plate is similar as the fun comes when each diner customizes the stew with a wide arrange of garnishes. Enjoy with tostadas!
