Archive for the 'Seafood' Category

Romeritos in Mole

Here in Mexico, this dish is particularly popular in December, March and April. During these months, it’s very easy to find romeritos, a wild plant which has sprigs somewhat resembling rosemary, but which has a delicate taste closest to that of baby spinach. If you can’t find romeritos where you are, you can substitute fresh [...]

Pico de Tuna Recipe

Ingredients: 2 Cans Tuna (in water or oil) 1 Garlic Clove 1 Small White Onion 2-3 Roma Tomatoes 1-2 Serrano Chile Peppers Freshly Ground Pepper, to taste Salt, to taste 8-10 Corn Tortillas, optional Directions: Make sure you have the necessary ingredients. To prepare your own tostadas to serve with the pico de tuna, toast [...]

Bacalao (Mexican Cod Stew)

In Mexico, salt cod is in high demand throughout December as well as in the springtime due to lent-related dietary restrictions. This is a traditional Mexican dish popularly served on Christmas Eve, but you’ll enjoy it anytime! Ingredients: 2 pounds Salt Cod 2 pounds Mini White or Red Potatoes, washed 2 Medium White Onions 4 [...]

Tuna Cakes with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Pineapple Salsa Ingredients: 1 Small pineapple, rind removed and sliced 1/2 Small onion, sliced 2 Garlic cloves 4 Habanero chile peppers, or to taste 1 Cup fresh cilantro, or to taste, coarsely chopped Freshly ground black pepper to taste Salt to taste Tuna Cakes Ingredients: 2 Cans tuna, drained (canned tuna in oil seems to [...]

Mexican Ceviche Recipe

Ingredients: Freshly squeezed lime juice from 6-8 limes 1 Pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and de-veined (chopped or whole, according to taste) 1 White onion, finely chopped 5 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 Cucumber, peeled and finely chopped 1/3 Cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 Cloves garlic, minced 2 Jalapeño chile peppers, minced 1 Bunch radishes, [...]

Chipotle Shrimp Cocktail

Ingredients: 1 lb. Peeled & Deveined Medium Shrimp 1 Bay Leaf 1 Habanero Chile Pepper, quartered 3 Cloves Garlic, halved 2 Teaspoons Lemon Pepper 1 Teaspoon Salt 2 Garlic Cloves, minced 3 Tablespoons Red Onion, finely chopped 1/2 Cup Celery, sliced 1 Cucumber, peeled and chopped 1/2 Cup Cilantro, Chopped 4 Roma Tomatoes, seeded and [...]

Coconut Prawns with Mango Habanero Sauce

Mango HabaneroSauce Ingredients: 5 Cebu Mangoes (these yellow mangoes from the phillipines are the best!) 1-2 Habanero chile peppers, or to taste (depending on how spicy you want it) A 2-inch piece of ginger, minced 1/2 Cup freshly squeezed lime juice Mango Habanero Sauce Directions: Roast the habanero(s) over a flame or in a skillet [...]