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    Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde

    July 1, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Roasted Tomatillo Salsa VerdeRoasted Tomatillo Salsa VerdeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive Oil Tomatillos Sliced onion Serrano pepper Garlic Cilantro Lime juice SaltGet Recipe01When the tomatillo is coming out of the husk, it is ripe. See above.Choose ripe tomatillosGet Recipe02Place ...

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    Chicken Mole Nachos

    July 1, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chicken Mole NachosChicken Mole NachosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSDona Maria Mole Paste Chicken broth Mexican chocolate tablet Water Tortilla chips Cooked chicken Shredded cheese Red onion Sour cream Chopped cilantroGet Recipe01Add a layer of the chips to a foiled sheet pan. Top with ...

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    Veracruz-style Fish

    June 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Veracruz-style FishVeracruz style FishGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Onion Garlic Tomatoes Pickled jalapeño Dried oregano Bay leaf Olives Capers drained Tilapia fillets Salt PepperGet Recipe01The sauce for Veracruz-style Fish is so flavorful that will take away that yucky frozen ...

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    Avocado Mango Salsa

    June 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Avocado Mango SalsaAvocado Mango SalsaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSAvocado Mango Red onion Habanero Cilantro Lime juice SaltGet Recipe01Take your knife and cut. Invert the fruit and cut along the skin to create dices. Set this aside and continue chopping.Cut the mangoGet Recipe02And set ...

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    Chicken Torta

    June 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chicken TortaChicken TortaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChicken strips Lime juice Garlic clove Olive oil Ground cumin Ground oregano Salt Pepper Sliced avocado Pickled jalapeños Mayonnaise Telera bread rollsGet Recipe01In a large glass container, add chicken strips, lime juice, garlic, ...

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    Calabacitas a la Mexicana

    June 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Calabacitas a la MexicanaCalabacitas a la MexicanaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Onion Jalapeños Tomatoes Water Chicken bouillon or salt Calabacitas Queso frescoGet Recipe01Dice the onions and jalapeño and place them in a big skillet. Cook the onions until they are translucent. ...

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    Mexican Picadillo

    June 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Mexican PicadilloMexican PicadilloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Ground beef Salt Pepper Ground cumin Onion Jalapeño Diced tomato Garlic Poblano pepper Beef bouillon Water Tomato sauce Potatoes Chopped CilantroGet Recipe01Add salt, pepper, and ground cumin to the beef and cook. ...

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    Alambre de Res

    June 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Alambre de ResAlambre de ResGet RecipeINGREDIENTSBacon slices Beef strips Diced onion Diced red bell pepper Diced green bell pepper Salt Pepper Garlic Jugo Maggi Shredded cheeseGet Recipe01In a large skillet, add bacon and cook it for about 3 minutes. Then remove it and place it ...

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    Chilaquiles Verdes

    June 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chilaquiles VerdesChilaquiles VerdesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn tortillas sliced into triangles Oil Salt Tomatillos Serrano peppers Garlic Onion Water Cilantro Eggs Queso fresco crumbled Onion slices Sour creamGet Recipe01Cut the corn tortillas into triangles and set them ...

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    Potato Taquitos

    June 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Potato TaquitosPotato TaquitosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn tortillas Cooked potatoes Shredded cheese Toothpicks Oil Shredded cabbage Lime Salt Diced Tomatoes Chopped cilantroGet Recipe01Using a potato masher, mash until smooth.Mash the cooked potatoesGet Recipe02Warm up the ...

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    Tostada de Atun

    June 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tostada de AtunTostada de AtúnGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCanned una Lime juice Diced tomato Diced jalapeño Chopped cilantro Diced cucumber Onion slices Salt Tostadas Refried beans Avocado slices Queso frescoGet Recipe01Just make sure your Canned Tuna is in water and drained well. This ...

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    Taqueria-style Salsa Serrano

    June 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Taqueria-style Salsa SerranoTaqueria-Style Salsa SerranoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSSerrano peppers Oil Onion Garlic clove Water Limes Salt CilantroGet Recipe01Cut off the stems, then remove the seeds and the veins. By doing this, you’ll bring down some of the heat.Remove the veins and ...

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    Flan

    June 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    FlanFlanGet RecipeINGREDIENTSSugar Eggs Whole milk or half and half Vanilla Grated orange grindGet Recipe01Put the eggs in a large bowl and whisk the eggs together.Whisk the eggsGet Recipe02Add vanilla extract and the orange zest with the milk. Pour the egg mixture into the ...

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    Salpicon de Pollo

    June 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Salpicon de PolloSalpicón de PolloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCooked Chicken breasts Jalapeño Cilantro Tomato Onions Lettuce Avocado Lime juice White distilled vinegar Olive oil Whole dried oregano Salt Get Recipe01Mix the Olive Oil, lime juice, oregano, and salt. Set aside until ready ...

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    Pescado al Ajillo

    June 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Pescado al AjilloPescado al AjilloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01This is frozen tilapia and way cheaper than fresh fish.I used frozen TilapiaGet Recipe02Pat dry the fish, then season the fish with salt and pepper. This will mask the frozen flavor.Season with salt and pepperGet ...

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    Atun a la Mexicana

    June 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Atun a la MexicanaAtun a la MexicanaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Heat olive oil in a skillet. Saute onion and jalapeno, stirring constantly.Saute onion and jalapeñoGet Recipe02Add the diced tomato to the skillet. This will only take 3-4 minutes.Add the tomatoGet Recipe03Drain ...

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    Mexican Side Dishes

    June 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Mexican Side DishesRECIPESMexican  Side DishesMama Maggie's KitchenGet All RecipesNext time you’re thinking of cooking pinto beans, or Frijoles de la Olla, try out this easy recipe. It is the perfect side dish for your Mexican food favorites. Frijoles de la OllaGet All ...

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    Salmon Ceviche

    June 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Salmon CevicheSalmon CevicheGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFresh or frozen salmon Lime juice Onion Garlic Jalapeño Tomatoes Cilantro Salt AvocadoGet Recipe01Place the chopped ingredients in a large container. You will need a container that is large enough to hold all of them.Chop all the ...

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    Fideo Seco

    June 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Fideo SecoFideo SecoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPackage of Fideo Roma tomatoes Onion Garlic Chipotle pepper in Adobo sauce Water Chicken bouillon OilGet Recipe01Add Chipotle, onion, tomatoes, garlic, water, and bouillon to the blender. Blend until smooth. Then, set it aside until ready ...

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    Tortitas de Papa con Atun

    June 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tortitas de Papa con AtunTortitas de Papa con AtunGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Peel the potatoes, dice them into small pieces and boil until soft. Drain the water and let the potatoes cool.Boil the potatoesGet Recipe02Diced potatoes are easier to mash. You can leave them ...

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    Camarones Enchipotlados

    June 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Camarones EnchipotladosCamarones EnchipotladosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01If you have fresh tomatoes, cover them with water and bring to a boil. This will only take a few minutes.Boil the tomatoesGet Recipe02Discard the water used when boiling. Place the boiled tomatoes in ...

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    Atun a la Veracruzana

    June 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Atun a la VeracruzanaAtun a la VeracruzanaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Open two cans of tuna. Drain as much of the liquid as possible.Drain the liquidGet Recipe02Add all the ingredients in a large container. Even the carrots from the pickled jalapeños were used for texture. ...

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    Pescado a la Diabla

    June 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Pescado a la DiablaPescado a la DiablaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Rehydrate the cleaned and seeded dried chiles in hot water until pliable. Add all the Diabla Sauce ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.Make the diabla sauceGet Recipe02Strain the sauce and set ...

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    Chicken Tinga Tostadas

    June 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chicken Tinga TostadasChicken Tinga TostadasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Add the chopped tomatoes, chipotle, and chicken broth in a blender. Blend until smooth.Make the chipotle sauceGet Recipe02In a large stockpot, add the chicken, water, onion, garlic clove, bay leaf, salt ...

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    Molletes Dulces

    June 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Molletes DulcesMolletes DulcesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Slice the bread lengthwise and butter both sides.Butter the bolilloGet Recipe02Place the bolillo rolls under the broiler for 4 minutes. Or, place on a hot skillet, buttered-side down. Cook for 2 minutes.Toast the ...

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    Arroz Blanco

    June 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Arroz BlancoArroz BlancoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOnion Garlic Vegetable bouillon Water Olive oil White rice Jalapeño or serrano pepper Frozen peas Frozen carrotsGet Recipe01Add onion, garlic, bouillon, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside until ready to use.Add ...

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    Camarones a la Veracruzana

    June 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Camarones a la VeracruzanaCamarones a la VeracruzanaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Heat oil, and saute onions. Add diced tomatoes and mash them with a potato masher until chunky. Add olives, pickled jalapeños, bay leaf, garlic, and oregano.Make the sauceGet Recipe02I recommend ...

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    Chicken Fajitas

    June 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chicken FajitasChicken FajitasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChicken strips Olive oil Lime juice Garlic Ground cumin Ground oregano Ground cayenne Chili powder Salt and pepper Green bell pepper Red bell pepper Yellow bell pepper OnionGet Recipe01In a large dish, add chicken strips, 2 ...

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    Salpicon de Res

    June 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Salpicon de ResSalpicon de ResGet RecipeINGREDIENTSLime juice White vinegar Olive oil Salt Pepper Whole Oregano Cooked beef Tomato Jalapeño Cilantro White pickled onions Onion Pickling JuiceGet Recipe01You can use the leftover roast for this recipe.Shred the cooked beefGet ...

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    Pico de Gallo

    June 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Pico de GalloPico de GalloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTomatoes Onion Jalapeño Garlic Cilantro Lime juice SaltGet Recipe01Squeeze the lime juice and set aside until use.Squeeze the lime juiceGet Recipe02Chop everything on your cutting board.Chop all the ingredientsGet Recipe03Drizzle ...

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    Camarones con Calabacitas

    June 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Camarones con CalabacitasCamarones con CalabacitasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Heat oil in a large skillet. Add the calabacitas, tomatoes, onion, garlic, salt, and oregano. Cook for 5 minutes.Prepare the CalabacitasGet Recipe02Add the shrimp and lime juice. Cook until the ...

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    Aguachile Verde

    June 18, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Aguachile VerdeAguachileGet RecipeINGREDIENTSShrimp Lime juice Salt Cucumber Red onion Serrano peppers CilantroGet Recipe01Remove the shells and discard. Butterfly open the shrimp by slicing down the middle.Slice and open the shrimpGet Recipe02Drizzle with lime juice and place ...

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    Agua de Platano

    June 17, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Agua de PlatanoAgua de PlatanoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSRipe bananas Evaporated milk Sweetened condensed milk Ground cinnamon Vanilla extract WaterGet Recipe01Start by placing the bananas, Evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk in the blender.Add bananas in a blenderGet ...

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    Papas a la Mexicana

    June 17, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Papas a la MexicanaPapas a la MexicanaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Dice the potatoes, jalapeño, onion, and tomatoes.Dice the ingredientsGet Recipe02Heat oil, add potatoes, and cook for 7 minutes. Add jalapeño and onion, tomatoes, and salt. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for ...

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    Spiked Agua de Pepino

    June 17, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Spiked Agua de PepinoSpiked Agua de PepinoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCucumbers peeled and chopped Water Lime juice Sugar Tequila Reposado or Blanco Ice as neededGet Recipe01Add cucumbers, lime, sugar, and water to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain, throw away the pulp, and then ...

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    Bean Pozole

    June 17, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Bean PozoleBean PozoleGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Heat oil in a large stock pot and sauté the onion. Rinse the beans and add to the pot. Add the rinsed hominy, salt, oregano, and vegetable broth.Prepare the beansGet Recipe02Lastly, add the Epazote, if using. Bring to a boil, ...

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    Red Beef Pozole

    June 15, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Red Beef PozoleRed Beef PozoleGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Place the beef, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and bay leaves in a large stockpot and add water. Cook for 45 minutes.Cook the beefGet Recipe02Rehydrate the dried chiles.  Add them along with the sauce ingredients ...

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    Tacos de Bistec

    June 15, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tacos de BistecTacos de BistecGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Add salt, pepper, and lime juice to the meat. Cover and place in the fridge for 1 hour.Marinate the steaksGet Recipe02Heat the oil and cook for 2 minutes on each side. The beef steaks will cook quickly.Cook the ...

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    Bistec Ranchero

    June 14, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Bistec RancheroBistec RancheroGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGet Recipe01Brush the poblanos with oil, then roast them along with the ranchero salsa ingredients. Blend the sauce ingredients.Make the roasted salsaGet Recipe02Cover the roasted poblanos in plastic to steam. After 10 minutes, ...

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    Orejas

    June 14, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    OrejasOrejasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPuff pastry Sugar Ground cinnamon Get RecipeRoll the dough01Start by thawing out the puff pastry, open it up and sprinkle cinnamon and sugar. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough, turn and repeat.Get RecipeBake them all02Bake for 20 minutes ...

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