We have all indulged in a plate of spaghetti and meatballs. Many cultures have their own version of a meatball. Meatballs we know and love today did not originate in Italy. If you travel to Italy and stop by an authentic Italy restaurant, it will be hard to find spaghetti and meatballs on the menu. […]
The simple flavors of beans are enhanced with Mexican chorizo. Go a step further by adding shallots, sweet peppers and smoked bacon. Barbecued beans and Mexican chorizo always make a great addition to any lunch, brunch, dinner or even breakfast. Like this Instant Pot Mexican Chorizo & Cheddar Cheese Frittata. Add the two together in […]
Capirotada originated from a 15th-century Spanish dish that was heavily influenced by Moorish cuisine. Food Facts Moorish cuisine sprang up as a result of the Arabic occupation of North Africa in the eighth century. Like any bread pudding, preparing the dish was seen as a way to make use of stale bread. Before it was […]
Taquitos also known as tacos dorados, are a Mexican-American dish consisting of a small, rolled, crisp-fried corn tortilla filled with various ingredients such as shredded chicken, beef, cheese, refried beans and vegetables. Essentially A Taquito Is A Rolled Taco Most people associate taquitos with Mexican cuisine. Though two American restaurants in Southern California are often […]
Once you know how to make this Mexican breakfast dish, you’ll never throw away a stale tortilla again. Chilaquiles turns yesterday’s tortillas into a tasty base for an assortment of possible toppings. The word chilaquiles (pronunced: chee-lah-kee-lehs) is an ancient word from the Aztec Nahuatl language meaning “chilis and greens.” The Nahuatl language originated in […]
This nacho recipe is easily customized. You can choose to start with store-bought ingredients, or make your own chips, refried beans, and toppers, like salsa and guacamole.
Guacamole is a very common condiment of Mexican cuisine. Although it is pretty simple to make, it can be tough to get the perfect flavor. With this authentic Mexican recipe and deliciously yummy, you will be an expert in no time. Fresh made guacamole is also great because it will always contain fresh, nutritious ingredients, […]
Chiles Rellenos are a Mexican dish made up of green chiles stuffed with cheese or meat, breaded and fried, and served with sauce. They are a Mexican dish that dates back to the 16th century during the Spanish conquest of Mexico. The first plated rellenos was prepared in the city of Puebla, a town close […]
A tostada (Spanish meaning Toasted) is the name given to various Mexican dishes and other parts of Latin America. The tostada, when broken into bite size pieces, can be consumed with a dip, like guacamole or salsa. Corn tortillas are typically used for tostadas though you can also use flour tortillas. Learn From A Native […]
Mexican migrants initially brought tacos to America when they came to find work on railroad construction in the southern states. In the early 1900s, the Mexican taco carts lined Los Angeles, with the women running them called chili queens. At the time though, most Americans considered tacos a lower-class street food. But today, tacos are […]
