Back in Mexico, when we wanted beans, one of us kids would lug an empty stock pot to the tortilleria and pick up freshly made tortillas and frijoles de la olla.Lucky for us, the owner of the store was in love with our aunt, and he would give us a warm tortilla to “butter us … [Read more...]
Mexican Vegetarian Recipes
Some of my favorite recipes are Mexican Vegetarian recipes.
Whether you're celebrating Meatless Monday or follow a vegetarian lifestyle, there is something here for you.
You'll also find some Mexican vegan recipes like Northern Style Bean Tamales and Empanadas de Piña.
Chiles Toreados + VIDEO
You know when you’re at a Mexican taco stand, listening to the chop, chop, chopping of meat ... Mmm! That's a mouthwatering sound!!Right next to the salsas, usually you’ll see charred chiles. These are not just any chiles. They are called: Chiles Toreados.They elevate … [Read more...]
Empanadas de Queso + VIDEO
I visit Tecate, Baja California, Mexico on a regular basis. There is a Mexican panadería (bakery) that is extremely well known. It is called, El Mejor Pan de Tecate.Guys, I have never seen a panadería like this! We are talking rows and rows of pan dulce (Mexican sweet … [Read more...]
Espagueti Verde + VIDEO
My son is a picky eater. He recently regressed to his baby days when I couldn’t feed him anything but chicken nuggets.Somehow I knew he would eat Espagueti Verde, and he did!Spaghetti tossed in a creamy poblano sauce and topped with cheese .. Who can say no to that?! I … [Read more...]
