Arroz Blanco, or Mexican White Rice, is an easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any and all Mexican food. Watch the VIDEO or follow along the step-by-step photos to recreate this yummy recipe. Arroz Blanco reminds me so much of Tía. I lived with her and her family in Tabasco, Mexico over 20 years ago. A decade here, a decade there. Pretty soon you’re talking about a long time. Man, I feel old just saying that. LOL. My Tía is unique because she cooks so differently than most of our … [Read More...]
Ensalada Navideña + VIDEO
Ensalada Navideña (or Mexican Christmas Fruit Salad) is a mixture of apples and other fruits covered in a dreamy and creamy dressing. Learn to make this traditional Mexican recipe by watching the VIDEO or follow along the step-by-step tutorial. Usually around mid December, I start missing Mexico. I love the posadas. They are processions where […]
Champurrado + VIDEO
Champurrado is a thick, warm Mexican chocolate drink usually made during the winter months and Holiday season. Here, you will find a step-by-step tutorial and short video on how to make this delicious beverage. It’s not Christmas until there is a tamal in one hand and a cup of champurrado in the other. I have […]
Buñuelos (Mexican Fritters) + VIDEO
Buñuelos, or Mexican Fritters, are a traditional Mexican dessert usually made during the Holidays. Watch the VIDEO or follow the step-by-step tutorial to make this yummy sweet Christmas treat. This post is very special to me because of my mom. She never travels far by herself, but this time, she jumped on a train and […]
Pollo en Crema (Creamy Chicken)
Pollo en Crema (or Creamy Chicken) is a tasty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in under 30 minutes and incredibly delicious. Forget “Fast Times at Ridgemont High.” This dish is fast times from your kitchen to the table! Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Mirum, but opinions expressed are my own. Creamy is […]
Red Pork Tamales + VIDEO
Red Pork Tamales (or Tamales de Puerco en Chile Rojo) is traditional Mexican food at its best. So tasty. So incredibly delicious. They are worth the effort to make. With VIDEO and step-by-step tutorial. I can’t count how many times I’ve sat in my grandmother’s kitchen making Red Pork Tamales. I don’t have enough fingers […]
16 Authentic Mexican Soup Recipes
16 authentic Mexican soup recipes to warm you up this winter. These time-tested and traditional dishes add variety and flavor to any kitchen. When it’s cold outside and you need to warm your insides, there’s nothing like a big bowl of delicious liquid comfort food. Some of these recipes belong to my mother, my grandmother, […]
Pozole Blanco (Chicken Pozole) + VIDEO
Pozole Blanco, or Chicken Pozole, is a hearty and delicious dish. A classic Mexican food recipe that is perfect for cold, winter nights. Watch the VIDEO or see the step-by-step pictures below. Pozole Blanco (Chicken Pozole) is one of those dishes that brings a big smile to my face. Just the thought of coming home […]
Tlacoyos + VIDEO
Tlacoyos are oval-shaped corn masa creations usually stuffed with refried beans. Delicious Mexican street food that you can easily make at home. Watch the video or check out the step-by-step pictures below. There is a little old lady by my dad’s house in Mexico that is known for her quesadillas and her tlacoyos. She wakes […]
Conchas + VIDEO
Among all the Mexican sweet breads, Conchas are the most popular and well-known treats. Pan Dulce is a yummy and traditional Mexican dessert to be enjoyed at breakfast, with coffee, or any time of the day. See the VIDEO or follow the step-by-step pictures below. Truth be told, I’m not much of a baker. I’m […]
Sopa de Habas + VIDEO
Sopa de Habas, or Mexican Lima Bean Soup, is a healthy and tasty dish. A bowl of this Mexican food favorite is the perfect meal for chilly days. Check out the video or the step-by-step photos to make this classic recipe at home. I love a big bowl of Sopa de Habas, or Mexican Lima […]