Mexico
Tex Mex Fajitas Two Ways
Google “Fajita Recipe” and you get 1,470,000 hits in 0.16 seconds. OK, so what the world really doesn’t need is two more fajita recipes, right? Right. But, being as much of an expert as the next guy, (hell, I’ve been to Texas … multiple times), I know quite a few Texans and Mexicans, and Lord…
Read MoreSteamed Tamales
Chef Margot shares her tips on how to properly steam a tamale. Molly’s tamales can be found at farmers markets around the city. For electric or stove-top steamer: Place tamales in a single layer, with open ends angled upwards. This can be done by making a roll of tin foil to prop the ends up,…
Read MoreYucatan Potstickers
Ingredients¼ cup pickled red onions, minced8 oz softened cream cheese*1 bunch minced cilantro with separated stems and leavesPinch sea saltSecret Aardvark Habanero Hot Sauce to taste, approximately 2 t1 pkg wonton/eggroll wrappers¼ cup water1 cup sour cream and favorite hot sauce for garnish Mis en placeA small bowl or saucer with a clean, small pastry…
Read MoreGuajolote En Mole
This is not a beginners recipe. Take your time to put your “meez” (chef-speak for the French term “mis-en-place” or assemble all ingredients and tools needed before starting your cooking) together before cooking. You will be rewarded with one of civilizations’ most exquisite complex flavors. Not the sticky-sweet stuff from the jar! Ingredients1 to 1…
Read MoreMo’Cajete Shrimp Tacos
These shrimp tacos bring a satisfying burst of flavor, ushering in summer! Mo’Cajete Shrimp Tacos Ingredients 4 each white corn tortillas – 5″ or 6″ 4 oz small shrimp (not bay shrimp), peeled and deveined 1/4 each roasted onion, red pepper, green pepper (use any color combo you like), sliced into strips 2 oz Salvador…
Read MoreMo'Cajete Shrimp Tacos
These shrimp tacos bring a satisfying burst of flavor, ushering in summer! Mo’Cajete Shrimp Tacos Ingredients 4 each white corn tortillas – 5″ or 6″ 4 oz small shrimp (not bay shrimp), peeled and deveined 1/4 each roasted onion, red pepper, green pepper (use any color combo you like), sliced into strips 2 oz Salvador…
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