On my family’s ranch in Durango, Mexico, we primarily grows apples and quince, but there’s also one acre set aside just for the family. That’s where we grow our food - jalapeños, onions, carrots, pinto beans, and more.During harvest season, we pickled our food from that one little acre - just like these Mexican Pickled Onions, or Cebolla en Escabeche.They are ready in no time. You’ll wonder why you never made them before.How to Make Mexican Red OnionsSlice the red onion. … [Read More...]
Pineapple Agua Fresca, or Agua de Piña
In Tabasco, Mexico, you see pineapples growing everywhere. Streets vendors sell cups of pineapple slices with chili powder and lime. It’s tough to eat because the fruit is so juicy that the fruit juice runs down your arm.There’s nothing like Pineapple Agua Fresca, or Agua de … [Read More...]
Salpicon de Pollo
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with ALDI.I’m a huge fan of ALDI. I’ve been to ALDI stores in California, New York, Illinois, even in Europe. Their exclusive quality brands are always exceptional, and their prices always super low.You don’t … [Read More...]
Lengua en Salsa Asada
Beef Tongue! Before you say anything, hold your tongue.One of the things that always surprises me is how unappreciated and absolutely delicious this cut of meat is. When people criticize this cut, I want to give them a tongue lashing. (OK. I’ll stop). Lol.This is an … [Read More...]
Aguachiles + VIDEO
Aguachiles. Just the thought of it makes me go .. YUM!! Mexico is surrounded by water. Our seafood dishes are incredible, OMG, mind-blowing, ah-mazing!! Humbly speaking, of course. This dish is no exception.How to Make Aguachile You start with fresh raw shrimp. I used … [Read More...]
Huevos a la Mexicana
To me, there’s nothing better than a lazy Sunday. One of my favorite breakfast recipes of all time: Huevos a la Mexicana. This version is "con Tocino" or with bacon.In essence, I'm making Mexican-Style Bacon and Eggs. This classic dish will make you wish for more. … [Read More...]
Scallop Ceviche
On our trip down the Baja California Peninsula, I had the freshest seafood. I'm talking fish that was still wiggling and giggling. We saw fishermen carrying crates of shrimp into restaurants.It was also the first time I ever tasted Scallop Ceviche, or Ceviche de Callo de … [Read More...]
Bistec Encebollado (Mexican-Style Steak and Onions)
Busy moms get me. Our families depend on us … maybe a little too much. LOL. My mom was the queen of multitasking. She worked from the minute she got up to the minute she went to bed.How did she do it all? I have NO IDEA!This recipe for Bistec Encebollado (Mexican-Style … [Read More...]
Pescado Empapelado (Mexican Fish in Foil Packets) + VIDEO
As a kid, I remember vividly the men going out on their row boats and returning with fish.My grandfather would chop wood for the fire and clean the fish. I would help in preparing the Pescado Empapelado (Mexican Fish in Foil Packets).The potatoes would go on the fire … [Read More...]
Salsa de Aguacate, or Avocado Salsa
Caution! Cuidado! Do not confuse Salsa de Aguacate, or Avocado Salsa with guacamole!Have you ever been to an authentic Mexican restaurant?You know, the kind where you walk in and you wonder if anyone in the place speaks English or you have to point to the picture of your … [Read More...]
Chuletas de Puerco en Salsa Verde
I can’t count how many times people have told me that Mexican food is too hard to make.Ok. Ok. Truth is there are some recipes like Birria de Res and Pork Tamales that can be tricky.However, most traditional homestyle Mexican food is very simple but loaded with flavor. … [Read More...]
