Patrick Calhoun's Blog, page 26
July 18, 2018
4 Different Ways To Make The Same Salsa
The next time you come across a salsa recipe keep in mind that you’ve got some leeway on how to make it. The “right” way is the way that tastes best to you, even if others think you are violating the salsa code. With that in mind, here are four distinct ways to make Salsa...
The post 4 Different Ways To Make The Same Salsa appeared first on Mexican Please.
July 11, 2018
Corn Tortillas Made With White Olotillo Corn
One of the surprise benefits of putting a blog out there in the world is the way it accelerates my own learning. These White Olotillo Corn Tortillas are the perfect example of that phenomenon. They’re probably the most rewarding tortillas I’ve ever made at home, so if ever find yourself disappointed with your local selection...
The post Corn Tortillas Made With White Olotillo Corn appeared first on Mexican Please.
July 4, 2018
Easy Tamales Recipe
It’s rare to find the words easy and tamales in the same sentence, but with a few simple tricks you can make a scrumptious batch of tamales without having to devote an entire day to them. Making tamale dough AND making a tamale filling sounds like double duty to me, so I usually make a smaller...
The post Easy Tamales Recipe appeared first on Mexican Please.
June 27, 2018
Chipotle and Cheese Bean Dip
Serve up this Chipotle and Cheese Bean Dip straight from the oven and you’ll make some friends for life! It’s a bowl full of warm, gooey deliciousness that wants to be part of your home kitchen repertoire. Using 3 chipotles plus some of the adobo sauce will give it real zip, but you can always...
The post Chipotle and Cheese Bean Dip appeared first on Mexican Please.
June 21, 2018
Coconut Horchata Paletas (Popsicles)
Another advantage to making a homemade batch of Horchata is opening up your freezer and finding some of these Coconut Horchata Paletas waiting for you. Coconut and Horchata are natural dance partners and it’s a combo worth trying if you’ve never had it before. Coconut Horchata Paletas Recipe If you’re new to Horchata you’re in...
The post Coconut Horchata Paletas (Popsicles) appeared first on Mexican Please.
June 13, 2018
Baked Tortilla Chips
Here’s the easiest way to make a crispy batch of Baked Tortilla Chips. They are lightning quick to whip up and they come with all sorts of leeway for seasoning. I’ll put an option for some Pepita seasoning down below, but even if you serve these up with a simple sprinkling of salt there’s a...
The post Baked Tortilla Chips appeared first on Mexican Please.
June 6, 2018
Easy Pepita Dip (and Spread)
If you’re a fan of last week’s Green Mole sauce (Pipian Verde) then you can easily transfer those flavors over to a lightning quick pepita dip. Sure, it works great when surrounded by crispy tortilla chips, but pepitas are nutrtitional powerhouses so you might find yourself turning it into some tasty on-the-fly meals. Pepita Dip...
The post Easy Pepita Dip (and Spread) appeared first on Mexican Please.
May 30, 2018
Green Mole (Pipian Verde)
Green Mole (Pipian Verde) is the perfect introduction to the wild world of mole sauces (pronounced mo-lay). Moles have a rich, satisfying flavor that you won’t find anywhere else on the planet. Unfortunately, sometimes that means they come with ingredients lists a mile long. Green Mole, on the other hand, gives you a tasty glimpse...
The post Green Mole (Pipian Verde) appeared first on Mexican Please.
May 23, 2018
Agua de Jamaica — Hibiscus Iced Tea
Next time you come across one of these bags of Hibiscus flowers, consider buying it — you can use them to make a delicious batch of Agua de Jamaica, one of Mexico’s most common agua frescas. You’ll definitely find these Hibiscus flowers in Hispanic markets, but even some general grocers are starting to carry them. Sometimes...
The post Agua de Jamaica — Hibiscus Iced Tea appeared first on Mexican Please.
May 16, 2018
Migas: Eggs and Tortillas Recipe (Plus Bacon!)
Finally some Migas! This could easily become your default breakfast dish for lazy weekend mornings, so consider yourself warned! They are addictive and once you’ve had a home-cooked version you’ll be left wondering why eggs n’ bacon in the States are served up so…boring? Green sauces work wonders on eggs so we’re bombing these Migas...
The post Migas: Eggs and Tortillas Recipe (Plus Bacon!) appeared first on Mexican Please.
