Cochinita Pibil (CC photo by ecollins93 courtesy of Flickr)
Cochinita pibil, a slow-roasted pork dish, originates in the southern Mexico, specifically the Yucatan Peninsula, comprising the states of Yucatan, Campeche and Quintana Roo. Traditional Yucatan food as we know it today arises from the fusion of early European influences with native Mayan food and preparation techniques. [...]
Real del Monte (CC photo by McMexicano courtesy of Flickr)
If you travel to the beautiful state of Hidalgo in Mexico, you’ll find there a small town called Mineral del Monte or most commonly known as Real del Monte. With a population approximately of 36,000, Real del Monte it is a beautiful place to visit, like [...]
Tortillas, made from nixtamalized maize dough (masa), are circular and totally flat. They are an essential element of any Mexican meal, and they are used to make some of the most popular dishes in Mexico, like tacos, flautas, quesadillas, enchiladas, chilaquiles, totopos, enfrijoladas, and many other delicious dishes. In modern times, the production of tortillas [...]
Tlayuda (CC photo by ikuya courtesy of Flickr)
The Tlayuda, (sometimes mistakenly called “Clayuda”) originates specifically in the central valley regions of Oaxaca State. An age-old local specialty, tlayuda refers to the large, unique type of corn tortilla that’s native to central Oaxaca as well as to the dish using this same type of tortilla but [...]
Although the roots of mole can be traced back to pre-Columbian times, the modern-day version is apparently based on a dish created in a convent in Puebla, Mexico back in the 17th century. Various stories have been offered to explain how Mole Poblano actually came into existence, but one thing is for sure – Mole [...]
Frijoles Negros (black beans) are an integral part of Mexican Cuisine, accompanying a wide variety of main dishes. The secret to great beans lies in adding Epazote. Epazote is also known as Mexican tea and wormseed, and many say that it’s an acquired taste. It’s a pungent, wild herb that has a strong, acidic, almost [...]
Ingredients:
2-3 Large Avocados
1 Clove Garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 Cup Onion (preferably Red Onion) finely chopped
1/2 Cup Roma Tomato, seeds removed, finely chopped
1/2 Cup Cilantro, finely chopped
1 Habanero, Serrano or Jalapeño Chile Pepper, minced, optional (remove seeds to reduce spiciness)
Juice of 1 Lime
1 Tablespoon Cumin
Salt to Taste
Directions:
Cut the avocados in half. Remove the pits, but save [...]
Ingredients:
1 Kg Dried Pinto Beans
250 g Pork Belly, 2 Smoked Ham Hocks, or 2 Smoked Pork Chops
4 Cloves Garlic, Whole
1 Large Onion, Chopped
6 Serrano or Jalapeño Chile Peppers, finely sliced (”nacho” style)
3 Roma Tomatoes, chopped
1 Tomatillo, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Chicken Broth Bouillon (like “Knorr Suiza”)
6 Slices Bacon
1/2 Cup Chorizo, casing removed and crumbled*
250 g Ham, diced
2 [...]
