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]]> These ground beef lettuce wraps are a light, quick, and flavor-packed meal. Inspired by Asian flavors, they combine juicy beef with fresh, crisp vegetables in a simple skillet preparation. They’re perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner when you want something lower in carbs but still satisfying.

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Lettuce Wraps with ground beef one a plate with a lemon wedge

The combination of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil creates a balanced, aromatic base, while the lettuce adds freshness and texture. Serve them as a main dish or as a shareable appetizer.

Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 4 servings
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Category: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 or leaner)

  • 1 cup diced bell pepper (any color)

  • 1 cup shredded carrots

  • ¼ cup chopped green onions

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (preferably low sodium)

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 head lettuce (butter or iceberg), leaves separated and washed

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef.
    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink and nicely browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed.

  2. Sauté the aromatics.
    Push the beef to one side of the skillet (or temporarily remove it). Add the garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

  3. Add the vegetables.
    Stir in the diced bell pepper and shredded carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp (4–5 minutes).

  4. Combine and season.
    Return the beef to the skillet if removed. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

  5. Serve.
    Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Spoon several tablespoons into each lettuce leaf, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Notes & Variations

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.

  • Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter option.

  • For heat, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.

  • The filling keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheats easily in a skillet.

Lettuce Wraps with ground beef one a plate with a lemon wedge
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Asian Grass Fed Beef Lettuce Wraps

These ground beef lettuce wraps are a light, quick, and flavor-packed meal. Inspired by Asian flavors, they combine juicy beef with fresh, crisp vegetables in a simple skillet preparation.
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine asian
Keyword wraps
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 Lettuce Wraps
Calories 120kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper any color
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1- inch piece fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce preferably low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 head lettuce butter or iceberg, leaves separated and washed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Brown the beef.

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink and nicely browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed.

Sauté the aromatics.

  • Push the beef to one side of the skillet (or temporarily remove it). Add the garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Add the vegetables.

  • Stir in the diced bell pepper and shredded carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp (4–5 minutes).

Combine and season.

  • Return the beef to the skillet if removed. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve.

  • Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Spoon several tablespoons into each lettuce leaf, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lettuce wrap | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2641IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/asian-grass-fed-beef-lettuce-wraps/feed/ 0 32427 The Most Flavorful And Fresh Tomato Soup Recipe https://www.mylatinatable.com/the-most-flavorful-and-fresh-tomato-soup-recipe/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/the-most-flavorful-and-fresh-tomato-soup-recipe/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:09:57 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=25221 Inside: ​Check out this delicious, flavorful, and easy to make tomato soup recipe which is an easy option for an appetizer or a meal on its own.  ​If you are like …

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Homemade tomato soup in a bowl with cream and cheese on top

​If you are like me, there are some nights where you just want to hunker down with a hot bowl of tomato soup. Of course you can always just open a can of soup from the store, but it is so much better for you and tastier as well if you make the soup with fresh ingredients and from scratch. 

The delicious recipe I am going to share today may have a lot of ingredients, but it is easy to make and you will love it! It includes fresh herbs, fresh ripe tomatoes, garlic cloves, and other simple ingredients that will give it so much flavor. 

Why you will love this homemade tomato soup more than the store-bought version

Tomato soup in a can is a pantry staple that many people have, but once you have tried this homemade version, you will not go back! Instead of having processed ingredients from the version you buy at the store, this recipe has only fresh ingredients and is made from scratch. I know it may seem daunting, but it is really easy to make. 

The combination of flavors from the herbs, tomatoes, and other ingredients will have you going back for more. You can serve this as an appetizer or a side dish to go along with a tasty grilled cheese sandwich, or you can serve it as a main dish. No matter how you eat it, you will not be disappointed, and I am sure you will agree this is the best tomato soup recipe you have tried. 

What ingredients do you need to make homemade tomato soup?

I mentioned above that this recipe has fresh ingredients. This is important so that you can know what you are putting in your body and so that you get the best flavors possible. 

ingredients for this soup on a cutting board

To make this recipe, start by gathering the following ingredients:

  • 2 lbs of ripe, fresh tomatoes (roma tomatoes or other types of tomatoes will work)
  • 1 medium onion (red)
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 fresh basil leaves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp of dried oregano
  • 1 tsp of nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp of brown sugar
  • 1 tsp of balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup of white wine
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1/4 stick of butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/8 cup heavy cream
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Croutons

How do you make this tomato soup recipe?

Now that you have gathered the ingredients, it is time to make the recipe. It is important to wash all of the vegetables and herbs before cooking, so do that first. 

Next, you will chop the tomatoes, onion, and garlic cloves and set them aside separately for a later step. 

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and butter until the butter just melts. Then add the chopped garlic and onions and let cook until the onions are transparent. 

The next step is to add the tomatoes and to continue cooking for 2-3 minutes before adding the salt, pepper, oregano, nutmeg, bay leaves, and basil. Reduce to medium-low heat and stir well. At this point, add the brown sugar, stir well, and cook for about 2 minutes.

tomatoes cooking with the other ingredients in a large skillet

After 2 minutes have passed, add the balsamic vinegar and stir well. You can add additional salt and pepper if it is needed at this point. Add everything from the skillet to a blender and blend until smooth, but thick. You can also use an immersion blender at this stage, but I usually just use a traditional blender. 

In the same skillet, add another 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and heat over medium heat before adding the blended mixture back to the skillet. 

Add the white wine and let cook for 5 minutes.

At this point, the soup is ready, so you can serve it in a bowl topping with a little bit of heavy cream, the cheese, and the croutons. 

tomato soup in a blue bowl with a spoon and vine ripened tomatoes next to it

​How to use this recipe for pizza or pasta sauce.

This recipe is mainly made for soup, however you can make some slight modifications to it so that you can use it for pizza or pasta! The only modification that you need to make for this recipe is to omit the white wine. This will give it a thicker consistency which is perfect for adding to your favorite homemade pizza recipe. You can also use it as an easy sauce for pasta with meat or without meat. You will find that this adds a great flavor to any of your favorite pasta or pizza recipes, so I definitely recommend it. 

When I use it for that purpose, sometimes I will add some red pepper flakes to add a bit of heat, but only if I am making it for my husband and me, since some of the kids don’t quite like spicy food yet. 

Check out these other soup recipes

This homemade tomato soup recipe is a hit around our house and is a great way to incorporate healthy ingredients into your diet. The kids love it also, especially when you serve it with tasty cheese sandwiches. I always make a large pot of this when we have it, and there is almost nothing left every time. 

It has a mild, but delicious tomato flavor and  is great for any time of year.

Let me know in the comments below how it turns out!

tomato soup in a blue bowl with a spoon and vine ripened tomatoes next to it
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Fresh Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe

Check out this delicious, flavorful, and easy to make tomato soup recipe which is an easy option for an appetizer or a meal on its own. 
 
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword fresh, soup, tomato soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 1/2 cup servings
Calories 116kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes
  • 1 red onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 basil leaves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 stick butter
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Accompaniments

  • 1/8 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup croutons

Instructions

  • Chop the tomatoes, onion, and garlic cloves and set them aside separately for a later step. 
    2 lbs ripe tomatoes, 1 red onion, 3 garlic cloves
  • Heat large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and butter until the butter just melts. Then add the chopped garlic and onions and let cook until the onions are transparent. 
    1/4 stick butter, 1 tbsp olive oil
  • The next step is to add the tomatoes and to continue cooking for 2-3 minutes before adding the salt, pepper, oregano, nutmeg, bay leaves, and basil. Reduce to medium-low heat and stir well. At this point, add the brown sugar, stir well, and cook for about 2 minutes.
    1-2 basil leaves, 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tbsp brown sugar, salt , pepper
  • After 2 minutes have passed, add the balsamic vinegar and stir well. You can add additional salt and pepper if it is needed at this point. Add everything from the skillet to a blender and blend until smooth, but thick. You can also use an immersion blender at this stage, but I usually just use a traditional blender. 
    1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • In the same skillet, add another 1/2 tbsp of olive oil and heat over medium heat before adding the blended mixture back to the skillet. 
    1 tbsp olive oil
  • Add the white wine and let cook for 5 minutes.
    1/2 cup white wine
  • Serve with cream, mozzarella cheese, and croutons
    1/8 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup croutons, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese

Nutrition

Serving: 11/2 cup serving | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1120IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/the-most-flavorful-and-fresh-tomato-soup-recipe/feed/ 1 25221 Authentic Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe (Salsa Taquera) https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-avocado-salsa-verde-recipe-salsa-taquera/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-avocado-salsa-verde-recipe-salsa-taquera/#respond Fri, 03 Feb 2023 12:37:06 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=23867 Inside: Learn how to make the perfect avocado salsa verde, also known as salsa taquera, which is a great salsa recipe to go with your favorite Mexican tacos. In Mexico, …

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avocado salsa with chips and peppers

In Mexico, there are an infinite number of salsa recipes. Any home you go to will have their favorite recipeusing basic ingredients and imparting a ton of great flavors. Salsa is a staple in Mexican foods and you will find it at every table and nearly every meal.

One of the great things about salsa is that you can adjust the heat levels by adding or taking away different peppers, or by changing what kind of peppers you use. For example, for today’s avocado salsa recipe, I use serrano peppers and habanero peppers, so it has the perfect amount of heat for me. However, if you want to make it less spicy, you can replace the habaneros with jalapenos and omit the serranos.

What is Salsa Taquera?

This avocado salsa recipe is also called salsa taquera. This is because it is the perfect salsa to serve on your favorite Mexican tacos, like barbacoa tacos, tacos al pastor, carnitas tacos, and more! It uses fresh avocados, a combination of spicy peppers, fresh cilantro, and other simple ingredients. It has the best flavor and a slightly chunky texture which I love.

avocado salsa verde with chunks of avocado

Throughout Mexico, you will find “taquerias” or tacos stands, all over the city. You can go right up, tell them what kind of tacos you want and have freshly made tacos on your plate in a matter of seconds. There is no need to wait for taco tuesday in Mexico! Usually they have a variety of salsas that you can choose from, and this avocado salsa is always at the top of the list for me since it is one of my favorite salsa recipes.

There are a few different varieties of avocado salsa. For example, some varieties blend all of the ingredients together to make a creamy avocado salsa, while others (like this recipe) include avocado chunks that are added directly to the sasa verde for a different texture. You can serve it on tacos like I explained above, or you can use it as a yummy dip with fresh tortilla chips.

How do you make Avocado Salsa Verde?

The key to this homemade salsa recipe is to use the freshest ingredients. For this particular recipe, you will need to gather the following avocado salsa ingredients:

  • Fresh Tomatillos
  • Serrano chile
  • Habanero chile
  • Ripe Avocado
  • Onion (red onion or white onion is fine)
  • Garlic cloves
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Salt

The process is very simple. You will start by making a delicious salsa verde, and then you add in the chopped ingredients at the end to give it this salsa’s signature texture.

Of course it is important to start by washing all of the ingredients first. Once you have done that, add some water to a pot and bring to a boil, adding the serrano peppers (don’t add the habanero to the water, it will be used later).

After 5 minutes, add the tomatillos and let it continue cooking for a few minutes until they start to change color slightly. Remove the peppers and tomatillos from the water and let them cool down.

Once they have cooled, add them to a blender with a little bit of water, the garlic, 1/4 of the onion, a few small pieces of the cilantro, and salt to taste and blend well. Then pour the salsa into a medium bowl and set aside for a moment.

Next, chop the rest of the cilantro and onion and cut the avocado into small chunks. Add the chopped ingredients to the bowl with the salsa and add additonal salt to taste if needed.

avocado salsa verde with a yellow spoon and fresh ingredients

Let me know in the comments below how this recipe turned out and what your favorite kind of salsa is to serve with tacos.

Check out these other Salsa recipes

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Avocado Salsa Verde (Salsa Taquera)

Learn how to make the perfect avocado salsa verde, also known as salsa taquera, which is a great salsa recipe to go with your favorite Mexican tacos.
Course Appetizer, salsa
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword salsa, salsa taquera, salsa verde
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 10 1/4 cup servings
Calories 45kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 6 Tomatillos
  • 4 Serrano Peppers
  • 1 Habanero Pepper
  • 1 Avocado
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 Garlic Clove
  • 1 bunch Cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Wash all of the ingredients
  • Bring about 1-2 cups of water to a boil and add thte serrano peppers.
  • Cook for 5 minutes and then add the tomatillos, and continue cooking until they start to change colors. Remove the peppers and tomatillos from the water and set aside.
  • Blend the tomatillos and peppers with the garlic, 1/4 onion, a small amount of cilantro, and salt until smooth. Pour into a bowl and set aside.
  • Chop the rest of the onion and cilantro and cut the avocado into small chunks.
  • Add the chopped ingredients to the salsa and mix.

Nutrition

Serving: 11/4 cup serving | Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 139IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-avocado-salsa-verde-recipe-salsa-taquera/feed/ 0 23867 Authentic Bistec a la Mexicana Recipe (Mexican Style Beef Steak) https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-bistec-a-la-mexicana-recipe-mexican-style-beef-steak/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-bistec-a-la-mexicana-recipe-mexican-style-beef-steak/#respond Fri, 27 Jan 2023 12:58:56 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=23767 Inside: Learn how to make authentic bistec a la Mexicana (Mexican style steak), which is a delicious recipe consisting of beef strips cooked in a delicious homemade sauce that you …

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bistec a la mexicana in a white bowl

Bistec a la Mexicana, or Mexican style steak, is a class Mexican comfort food that is easy to make and very popular throughout Mexico. It is an inexpensive dish that will be a great addition to your list of Mexican food to try. Keep reading to find out more about this tasty dish.

What is Bistec a la Mexicana?

This easy dish starts is usually made with beef strips, but you can also make it with pork meat if you prefer. It is cooked in a delicious blend of vegetables, such as tomatoes, white onions, and green chiles (serrano peppers or jalapenos), which make up the colors of the Mexican flag.bistec a la mexicana with the vegetables on the side

Something unique about this dish is that the ingredients are not blended, but instead are diced or sliced. This lets you really taste the flavor of each individual ingredient and trust me, this is an addicting dish that will have you coming back for more!

Bistec a la Mexicana with potatoes makes a regular appearance in most Mexican homes because it is easy to make, goes a long way, is delicious, and of course has so much flavor. It goes well served with mexican rice and refried beans, and of course warm tortillas. The ingredients are also very common and you may already have most of them in your kitchen, so the next time you are looking for a delicious Mexican recipe, you know what to try.

bistec a la mexicana on a decorative table cloth from the side

This is definitely one of my favorite recipes. When you make it, there is always a delicious aroma in the kitchen that brings me back to my childhood growing up in Mexico.

How do you make Mexican style steak?

You will need the following ingredients to make this recipe:

  • 1 pound of steak (top sirloin works great) cut into strips
  • 6 large red tomatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 serrano chiles or jalapenos
  • 3 cloves of garlic (dientes de ajo)
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • 3 medium potatoes
  • cilantro
  • 1 cup of water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil (aceite de oliva)

To make this recipe you will start by cutting the beef into thin strips and seasoning with salt and pepper. After that, peel the potatoes, wash them, and cut them into small cubes or a half moon shapes and set aside.

The next step is to cook 2 of the tomatoes and onions in a cup of water over medium heat. Once they are cooked, let them cool and blend them in a blender with 1/4 of the onion, one clove of garlic, and a tablespoon of salt. Then set the resulting salsa aside for later.

Next, chop the remaining tomatoes in a half moon shape, slice the serrano or jalapeno peppers and the rest of the onion. Set this aside as well.

In a large skillet, add the olive oil and heat it up on the stove over medium heat. When it is hot enough, add the steak strips, the two remaining cloves of garlic, and the sliced onion and let cook for about 5 minutes.

Once the beef is cooked through, add the potatoes and lower the heat to medium-low. When the potatoes start to brown slightly, add the rest of vegetables and chiles and mix well, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Finally, add the salsa that you prepared earlier and the cilantro and bring it to a boil for another 5 minutes. Add salt to taste and serve with rice, refried beans, and warm corn tortillas.

Let me know in the comments below how this turns out!

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Authentic Bistec a La Mexicana

Learn how to make authentic bistec a la Mexicana (Mexican style steak), which is a delicious recipe consisting of beef strips cooked in a delicious homemade sauce that you will love.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword bistec, mexican steak
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 356kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sirloin steak cut into strips
  • 6 large red tomatoes
  • 1 large white onion
  • 3 serrano peppers or jalapenos
  • black pepper to taste
  • 3 medium potatoes
  • cilantro
  • 1 cup water
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Start by cutting the beef into thin strips and seasoning with salt and pepper. After that, peel the potatoes, wash them, and cut them into small cubes or a half moon shapes and set aside.
  • The next step is to cook 2 of the tomatoes and onions in a cup of water over medium heat. Once they are cooked, let them cool and blend them in a blender with 1/4 of the onion, one clove of garlic, and a tablespoon of salt. Then set the resulting salsa aside for later.
  • Next, chop the remaining tomatoes in a half moon shape, slice the serrano or jalapeno peppers and the rest of the onion. Set this aside as well.
  • In a large skillet, add the olive oil and heat it up on the stove over medium heat. When it is hot enough, add the steak strips, the two remaining cloves of garlic, and the sliced onion and let cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Once the beef is cooked through, add the potatoes and lower the heat to medium-low. When the potatoes start to brown slightly, add the rest of vegetables and chiles and mix well, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  • Finally, add the salsa that you prepared earlier and the cilantro and bring it to a boil for another 5 minutes. Add salt to taste and serve with rice, refried beans, and warm corn tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Person | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 86mg | Potassium: 1545mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1581IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

 

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refried beans with tortilla chips, chorizo and cheese

Beans, especially black beans, are an extremely important part of Mexican cuisine. They are just as important as tortillas, corn, and peppers and can be found as a side dish for almost any Mexican food you can think of. They are made with very simple ingredients and are so easy to make. I know it can be tempting to use canned refried beans, but trust me, homemade beans are so much better and you can make them using this easy recipe.

This particular recipe has so much flavor, because it adds a little bit of chorizo, but you can use the basic recipe included without chorizo as well. They go perfectly with tortilla chips and are a delicious side dish that blows the canned stuff out of the water.

What are Refried Beans?

Refried beans (known as frijoles refritos in Spanish) consists of black beans or pinto beans that are cooked and then fried with pork lard, olive oil, or vegetable oil, and then smashed until you get the perfect consistency. You can find a wide variety of refried beans and they almost certainly offer them as an option at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Next time, can make them at home using this easy to follow recipe.

refried beans from a top angle on a table

My favorite way to make them is with a little bit of chorizo and onions, which gives it a lot of extra flavor that will have you coming back for more.

This delicious refried beans recipe is a perfect side dish for your next Mexican food night. They go great with mexican rice, tortillas, tostadas, huevos rancheros, and more!

How do you make Mexican Refried Beans?

To make this recipe, you will start with the following ingredients:

  • 1 cup of black or pinto beans (previously cooked, with a little bit of its own bean broth). While I don’t recommend canned refried beans, you can use the canned version of whole beans as part of this recipe.
  • 1/4 onion cut into slices
  • 1 large clove of garlic, cut in half.
  • 2 tablespoons of pork lard or oil
  • 100 grams of chorizo (optional)
  • Salt to taste

The cooking process if very simple. First, you will heat up the oil or lard in a large frying pan over medium heat. You can also use a large cast iron skillet for even more flavor. If you are going to make the version with chorizo, fry it until well cooked and then set aside.

Next, in the same frying pan, saute the onion together with the garlic until the onion is translucen and you can start to smell the garlic. Then remove them from the frying pan and set aside.

Finally, you will add the beans to the pan and after about a minute, you will want to mash them. For this step you can use a potato masher or something similar. Now you will want to add the chorizo, onions and garlic back to the pan with the beans and add salt to taste.

Once everything is combined, let the beans cook for about 10 minutes, moving them constantly with a wooden spoon so that they don’t burn. Once they have your desired consistency (the best refried beans are creamy refried beans) you will remove them from the heat and serve as a dish with tortilla chips, queso fresco, or tortillas.

These flavorful refried beans can be used for a variety of Mexican dishes also like enfrijoladas, tostadas, and more.

tasty frijoles refritos

Let me know in the comments below how this easy refried beans recipe turned out for you!

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Homemade Refried Beans

Learn how to make authentic homemade refried beans with chorizo which goes well with all of your favorite Mexican dishes.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword beans, frijoles, frijoles refritos, refried beans
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 1/4 Cup Servings
Calories 39kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black beans previously cooked
  • 1/4 onion sliced
  • 1 clove of garlic cut in half
  • 2 tbsp pork lard
  • 100 grams chorizo optional
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat up the oil or lard in a large frying pan over medium heat. If you are going to make the version with chorizo, fry it until well cooked and then set aside.
  • In the same frying pan, saute the onion together with the garlic until the onion is translucent and you can start to smell the garlic. Then remove them from the frying pan and set aside.
  • Add the beans to the pan and after about a minute, you will want to mash them. Now you will add the chorizo, onions and garlic back to the pan with the beans and add salt to taste.
  • Once everything is combined, let the beans cook for about 10 minutes, stirring them constantly with a wooden spoon so that they don't burn. Once they have your desired consistency you will remove them from the heat and serve as a dish with tortilla chips, queso fresco, or tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 11/4 Cup Servings | Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 0.3mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/homemade-mexican-refried-beans-recipe-with-chorizo/feed/ 1 23746 Ensalada Rusa (Russian Potato Salad) Recipe https://www.mylatinatable.com/ensalada-rusa-russian-potato-salad-recipe/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/ensalada-rusa-russian-potato-salad-recipe/#respond Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:14:01 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=23426 Inside: Learn how to make ensalada rusa, or traditional Russian potato salad, which is a perfect appetizer that you can make in no time at all! With so many delicious …

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]]> Inside: Learn how to make ensalada rusa, or traditional Russian potato salad, which is a perfect appetizer that you can make in no time at all!

Ensalada Rusa Recipe in a bowl with chiles

With so many delicious main dishes available, sometimes side dishes can be neglected. Today, however, I am going to share one of my favorites, which goes well with so many different recipes. The recipe I am talking about is called “ensalada rusa” in Spanish, but it is also known as Russian potato salad, salad olivier, or oliver potato salad.

This recipe is perfect for any time of year and can be prepared very quickly if you are looking for a delicious side dish or even a simple main meal. Although this recipe is popular around the world, especially in eastern European countries, it has become a common staple in latin america as well and you will often see it on holiday tables and for family gatherings in Mexico. My version of this potato salad is a different version than one that you might find in other countries, because I like to add chopped chiles to add some spice.

Russian Potato Salad in a bowl

What is ensalada rusa?

Ensalada rusa is one of the simplest recipes you will find, since you just need to cook a few ingredients and mix them together with a bit of creamy mayo or sour cream. It is a great last minute option when you are looking for a side dish and is a great way to incorporate lots of veggies and protein into your meal. In Mexico, we often make this to accompany some of our more traditional recipes like barbacoa or birria.

This Russian potato salad recipe is a cold salad, so it is great not only for the holidays, but also during the hot summer afternoons when you are looking for something cool. It is easy to make, and you can easily come up with your own spin on the original recipe by switching up some of the ingredients. You can add chiles like I do, or even fresh dill pickles, which is popular in some variations. Any way you do it, this is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

How to you make ensalada rusa?

Like I said above, this is an extremely simple recipe to make. You can come up with your own variation or follow this recipe exactly. To do that, you will need the following ingredients.

  • Boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Garlic cloves
  • Onion
  • Water
  • Salt
  • Carrots, chopped into small cubes
  • Potatos, chopped into small cubes
  • a can of pickled jalapenos or other green chiles
  • mayonnaise
  • Sour cream

The first step is prepare the shredded chicken. If you already have rotisserie chicken or some other cooked chicken, you can skip this step and just shred about a cup. If you do not have cooked chicken ready, then place the chicekn breast in a large pot with water, salt, 1/4 onion, and 2 cloves of garlic. Bring to a boil and cook through, before allowing it to cool down. At that point, shred the chicken and set it aside.

Ensalada Rusa from above

If you are cooking the chicken in the previous step, then remove the onion and garlic and add the potatoes and carrots and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. If you are using chicken that you already had, then you can follow the same step, but cook in water or chicken stock.

Next, strain the vegetables and set them aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayo with a pinch of salt, mixing well. Next, add the shredded chicken a little at a time, stirring until it is well incorporated.

Finally, add the rest of the ingredients, including the cooked veggies, the diced chiles, and the salt. If you are making this creamy potato salad as a main dish, you can serve it now with crackers or tostadas. If you are using it as a side dish, make you you make a lot, since everyone will be goingn back for seconds!

Let me know in the comments below how it turns out!

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Ensalada Rusa (Russian Potato Salad)

Learn how to make ensalada rusa, or traditional Russian potato salad, which is a perfect appetizer that you can make in no time at all!
Course aperetivo, Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican, russian
Keyword carrots, ensalada rusa, mashed potatoes, russian salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 197kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 1 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/4 Onion
  • 4 Cups Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 6 Medium Carrots Chopped into small cubes
  • 4 Large Potatoes Chopped into small cubes
  • 1 can Pickled jalapenos or other green chiles (small can)
  • 1 Cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 Cup Sour Cream
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • The first step is prepare the shredded chicken. If you already have rotisserie chicken or some other cooked chicken, you can skip this step and just shred about a cup. If you do not have cooked chicken ready, then place the chicekn breast in a large pot with water, salt, 1/4 onion, and 2 cloves of garlic. Bring to a boil and cook through, before allowing it to cool down. At that point, shred the chicken and set it aside.
  • If you are cooking the chicken in the previous step, then remove the onion and garlic and add the potatoes and carrots and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. If you are using chicken that you already had, then you can follow the same step, but cook in water or chicken stock.
  • Strain the vegetables and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayo with a pinch of salt, mixing well. Next, add the shredded chicken a little at a time, stirring until it is well incorporated.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, including the cooked veggies, the diced chiles, and the salt. If you are making this creamy potato salad as a main dish, you can serve it now with crackers or tostadas. If you are using it as a side dish, make you you make a lot, since everyone will be goingn back for seconds

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 828mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5711IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/ensalada-rusa-russian-potato-salad-recipe/feed/ 0 23426 Authentic Mexican Huevos Divorciados Recipe (Divorced Eggs) https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-mexican-huevos-divorciados-recipe-divorced-eggs/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-mexican-huevos-divorciados-recipe-divorced-eggs/#respond Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:52:08 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=23392 Inside: Learn how to make an authentic, delicious Mexican breakfast called huevos divorciados, or “divorced eggs” in English. You may have heard of huevos rancheros, but have you heard of …

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]]> Inside: Learn how to make an authentic, delicious Mexican breakfast called huevos divorciados, or “divorced eggs” in English.

huevos divorciados with beans, chorizo and tortilla chips

You may have heard of huevos rancheros, but have you heard of huevos divorciados? I am guessing that maybe you haven’t, unless you are from Mexico or are very familiar with Mexican cuisine! This huevos divorciados recipe is delicious and is one of my favorite breakfast dishes. It has everything you need – corn tortillas, salsa roja, salsa verde, refried beans, and of course, sunny-side-up eggs. They are called “divorced eggs” because they have two types of salsas, separated on the plate. They are delicious, easy to make, and very practical.

What are Huevos Divorciados?

Huevos divorciados are a traditional breakfast originating in central Mexico, which consists of two fried eggs (huevos estrellados or sunny side up eggs) on top of a fried tortilla, with one egg covered in a red sauce (salsa roja), and the other in a green sauce (salsa verde). To keep them separate (aka divorced), there is a column of refried beans with queso fresco and tortilla chips. In the alternative, you can make chilaquiles rojos and put those in the middle to separate the eggs.

Huevos divorciados from a top angle

In Mexico, we say that that the red salsa represents the woman and the green salsa represents the man. I am not sure why, but that is the tradition! Huevos divorciados is in essence a variation of huevos rancheros, which is another very popular Mexican breakfast.

Eggs, being a very nutritious ingredient, is very popular in Mexican cuisine and there are many ways to prepare it incorporating popular Mexican flavors, and in most cases homemade salsas. Huevos, or eggs, are inexpensive and easy to make in many different ways. Keep reading to find out how to make this quick and humble meal.

How do you make Huevos Divorciados?

This is one of the most simple recipes that you can make for breakfast. I am including links to my salsa roja and salsa verde recipes, but if you want to use a different salsa or even a store bought salsa, you can do that and they will still be great. I always think that homemade is better, but sometimes convenience wins out in the end!

Divorced Eggs on a plate with salsas on the side

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients (for two people):

  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 4 eggs
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup of oil
  • salsa roja
  • salsa verde
  • refried black beans (frijoles refritos)
  • fried tortillas (cut into triangles)
  • Queso fresco
  • crispy bits of chorizo (optional)

Preparing this meal is so easy! Just follow these steps.

First, prepare the salsas following the recipes above or you can use your own salsa recipe. Once those are ready, you can start putting the dish together.

Now, add enough oil to fry the tortillas in a frying pan over medium-low heat and fry them slighly, but don’t let them get to crispy. Use paper towels to get rid of thte excess oil. In the same pan, fry the tortillas. If you like them sunny side up, that is fine, but if you prefer that they are cooked all the way through, you can do it that way too!

Finally, get your serving plate out and start by placing the two fried tortillas on the plate and place one egg on top of each. Make a division between the two tortillas and eggs with refried beans and then top each egg with a different salsa – one with salsa roja and the other with salsa verde. Add the queso fresco, chorizo, and some tortilla chips with the beans and it is ready to go!

Here are some other delicious Mexican breakfasts that you may enjoy

huevos divorciados with beans, chorizo and tortilla chips
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Huevos Divorciados

Learn how to make an authentic, delicious Mexican breakfast called huevos divorciados, or "divorced eggs" in English.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword huevos, huevos divorciados, huevos rancheros
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 477kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

Garnishes

  • 1 cup refried black beans
  • tortilla chips
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup cooked chorizo

Instructions

  • Prepare the salsas, or use store bought.
  • Fry the tortillas in a frying pan with the oil until they are fried, but not hard like tostadas. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
  • Fry the eggs to your desired doneness in a frying pan with the oil. Pat dry the excess oil with paper towels.
  • Place two tortillas per plate and put one egg on each.
  • Divide with the refried beans and then add salsa verde to one egg and salsa roja to the other.
  • Add the additional garnishes to the beans in the center of the plate and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 347mg | Sodium: 1546mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1393IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 216mg | Iron: 3mg

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]]> https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-mexican-huevos-divorciados-recipe-divorced-eggs/feed/ 0 23392 Authentic Mexican Molcajete Salsa Recipe (Salsa de Molcajete) https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-mexican-molcajete-salsa-recipe-salsa-de-molcajete/?adt_ei={{email}} https://www.mylatinatable.com/authentic-mexican-molcajete-salsa-recipe-salsa-de-molcajete/#respond Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:18:27 +0000 https://www.mylatinatable.com/?p=23323 Inside: There are limitless varieties of salsas in Mexican cuisine – keep reading to learn how to make authentic molcajete salsa. One well-known fact about Mexicans is that we love …

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]]> Inside: There are limitless varieties of salsas in Mexican cuisine – keep reading to learn how to make authentic molcajete salsa.

molcajete salsa in a molcajete stone with ingredients next to it

One well-known fact about Mexicans is that we love spicy food. One of the best ways to incorporate it into our diet is with a huge variety of salsas. If you have followed me for awhile, you know that I have quite a few salsa recipes on my site. Each one is a little bit different. Although many of the salsa ingredients are similar, they each have their own twist that makes them unique.

Today, I am going to share a recipe for one of my favorite salsas – molcajete salsa. It is also known as salsa de molcajete or salsa molcajeteada. It is made using a a molcajete (Mexican mortar and pestle) which is made from volcanic rock, with a porous texture and which has three short legs and another stone made from the same material for grinding the ingredients.

With that said, if you don’t have a molcajete readily available (you can buy one here), then you can also use a food processor or a blender for this recipe too.

What is Molcajete Salsa?

Authentic Mexican Molcajete salsa is a very traditional Mexican salsa, made with fresh ingredients roasted in a comal or frying pan. It is a simple recipe made by grinding the ingredients in a molcajete, blender or food processor and served with your favorite Mexican dishes, including carne asada, or huevos rancheros. You can also just serve it with tortilla chips – this is a popular salsa at Mexican restaurants in the US.

salsa de molcajete from a differnet angle

Salsa de molcajete has an incredible explosion of flavor and is definitely one of my favorites! One reason for the depth of flavor is because the ingredients are roasted. This brings out the flavor of each incredient and gives it a rustic, but delicious flavor. You can make it very spicy or more mild or medium heat depneing on the the chiles that you add. Some people use habanero peppers, while others use something more mild such as jalapeño peppers or serrano peppers.

No matter how spicy you make it, you can be sure that it will be a hit and everyone will be asking for more.

How do you make Salsa Mocajeteada?

Salsa are rarely a perfect science with an exact amount of ingredients. Many people make them differently and give them their own special touch. However, if you follow these instructions and use these ingredients, you are sure to have a tasty appetizer on your table.

molcajete salsa ready to enjoy

You will need the following ingredients to make this recipe:

  • Ripe tomatoes (roma)
  • Tomatillos
  • Habaneros (or another pepper of your choice like jalapeños or serrano chiles.
  • Roasted Garlic cloves
  • White onion
  • Chopped Cilantro
  • Fresh Lime juice
  • Small amount of Salt (sea salt, kosher salt, or another type of salt is fine)
  • Water

To make the salsa, first start by cleaning and disinfecting all of the ingredients. Next, add the roma tomatoes, tomatillos, peppers, garlic and half of the onion to a comal or large frying pan (without oil) over medium-high heat, flipping them over every 2 minutes so they don’t burn.

Keep doing this until the tomatoes and tomatillos have started to get dark spots and the skin starts peeling. When that happens, remove the tomatoes and tomatillos, remove the rest of the skin and set aside so they can cool. Remove the rest of the ingredients from the heat as well.

If you are using a molcajete, the next step is to add the roasted onion and garlic with a little bit of salt to the molcajete and start to grind them together slowly. Start adding the peppers as you continue to grind the ingredients until they are incorporated. Add the tomatoes and continue to grind it together until a smooth paste is formed.

In order to reach the desired consistency, you will add a splash of water and lemon juice and then add additional salt to taste as needed.

Molcajete salsa is usually served directly in the molcajete. So, at this point, add the rest of the onion (diced) and chopped cilantro and give it a light stir. I think serving the salsa in the molcajete is a great way to add some character to the recipe, but you can serve it in a normal bowl as well if you prefer.

If you are using a blender or food processor, follow the same steps, using the blender or food processor to grind the ingredients up.

I hope you enjoy this and that it becomes one of your favorite recipes for salsa like it is for me. Let me know in the comments below how it turns out!

Check out these other salsa recipes

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Authentic Molcajete Salsa

There are limitless varieties of salsas in Mexican cuisine - keep reading to learn how to make authentic molcajete salsa.
Course Appetizer, salsa
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword molcajete, molcajete salsa, salsa de molcajete, salsa molcajeteada
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings 40 servings (tablespoon size)
Calories 4kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 3 Roma Tomatoes
  • 3 Tomatillos remove outer skin
  • 6 Habanero peppers Jalapeno or serrano work also
  • 1 Clove of Garlic
  • 1 Large Onion 1/2 of onion should be diced
  • 1/4 bunch cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 Lime Just the juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 Cup Water

Instructions

  • Using a comal or frying pan without oil, add the tomatoes, tomatillos, habaneros, garlic, and half of the onion cut into 4 pieces, and heat over medium-high heat. Turn the ingredients every 2 minutes and roast until the tomatoes and tomatillos start to have dark spots and the skin starts to peel.
  • Remove the comal or frying pan from the heat and peel the tomatoes and tomatillos, setting aside and allowing to cool for a few minutes.
  • Add the onion, garlic and a pinch of salt to the molcajete, food processor, or blender and grind or blend briefly before adding the habaneros or other peppers a little bit at a time.
  • Next add the tomatoes and tomatillos until a smooth paste is formed.
  • Add the water and lemon juice and additional salt to taste.
  • Serve directly in the molcajete or in another bowl, adding the rest of the diced onion and cilantro and stirring to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (tablespoon size) | Calories: 4kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.05g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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]]> Inside: Keep reading to learn how to make this delicious and authentic Mexican recipe known as chiles en vinagre, or escabeche.

escabeche in a bowl, ready to serv

Escabeche, or chiles en vinagre, is so simple to make and doesn’t take long at all. They are also inexpensive, go a long way, and are much more tasty than the ones that you can get in a can at the store. In the US, you may see these labeled as “pickled jalapenos” as well. 

This recipe goes great as a side dish for many different main courses and the flavor it adds is amazing.

What are chiles en vinagre, or escabeche?

Chiles en vinagre is a cooking method for preparing jalapenos or serrano peppers and vegetables in apple cider vinegar, which helps preserve them so you can make them well in advance. The main ingredient is the jalapeno or other chile pepper, but the other ingredients create a perfect balance of flavor to go with your main dishes.

This recipe is very typical of Mexican cuisine and you will see it on the table to accompany many different recipes. You will probably see it available at your favorite Mexican restaurant as well, since it is such a popular dish.

escabeche viewed from above

This is a great way to add a tasty kick and lots of flavor to everything. We add it to pretty much any dish, incuding tortas, tacos, rice, etc. and they can be served any time of year. They are delicious and easy to make. Today, I am going to share the authentic recipe for escabeche that my abuelita taught me and that has been passed down through the generations.

Another reason that this is so popular is because of the aroma that it will bring to your kitchen. I promise that when you learn how to make this recipe, you will never go back to the canned version tha tyuo can find at the store.

It is a well known fact that Mexicans like spicy food, and if a Mexican tells you that something “isn’t spicy,” it probably is very spciy. This is normal, because in Mexican they have us eating spicy food from a very young age and we are taught that if it isn’t spicy, it isn’t flavorful. If you like spicy food too, then this recipe is for you.

How do you make chiles en vinagre?

Like I said earlier, escabeche, or chiles en vinagre is so easy to make.

To make them, you will need the following ingredients:

  • Jalapenos, Serranos peppers, habanero peppers, or any other chile pepper that you prefer.
  • Onion
  • Carrots
  • Garlic
  • Bay leaf
  • Avocado leaves (optional)
  • Thyme
  • Peppercorn
  • Cloves
  • Oregano
  • Apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • Oil
  • Salt
  • One cup of water

To make the recipe, first you will want to make sure that you wash the peppers (jalapeno, serrano, habanero, or whatever you choose) and the carrots well and cut the carrots into thin circles, setting them aside for the next steps.

Next, dry the chiles and and poke holes in them with a fork and cut the onion into large pieces.

For the next step, you will add oil to a large pan and heat it over medium-high heat where you will saute the onions and garlic for approximately 1 minute, or until the onion is transparent. Be sure to move it around constantly so the garlic and onion does not burn.

At this point, add the carrots and chile peppers and continue sauteeing, stirrring often, for about 5 minutes and then add the allspice, peppercorn, bay leaves, avocado leaves, thyme, and salt and cook for 5 additional minutes.

The last step is to add the vinegar and water and let it finish cooking for about 10 minutes over medium heat.

escabeche, or chiles en vinagre from a side view

If you are a fan of spicy food and have tried the canned version of this recipe, then you will love this homemade version and I am sure you will be able to make it. Let me know in the comments below how it turns out for you!

Recipes that go great with chiles en vinagre

escabeche viewed from above
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Homemade chiles en vinagre (escabeche)

Keep reading to learn how to make this delicious and authentic Mexican recipe known as chiles en vinagre, or escabeche.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword chiles en vinagre, chiles rellenos, escabeche, pickled jalapenos, vinagre
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 97kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 12 Jalapenos
  • 1 Large Onion
  • 5 Carrots
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 5 Bay Leaves
  • 2 Avocado Leaves Optional
  • 1 Stick of Thyme
  • 5 pieces Allspice
  • 5 Black Peppercorns
  • 3 Cloves
  • 1/2 Tsp dry oregano
  • 1 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/8 cup oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Wash and disinfect the jalapenos and the carrots. Cut the carrots into circles and set aside
  • Dry the jalapenos and poke holes in them with a fork and cut the onion into a few large pieces and set aside.
  • Add the oil to the bottom of a frying pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add the onion and chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until the onion is transparent. Stir often to avoid burning the garlic or onion.
  • Add the carrots and jalapenos and stir constantly, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Add the allspice, black peppercorns, bay leaves, avocado leaves, thyme, and salt and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Add the vinegar and water and let cook over medium heat for another 10 minutes and serve with your favorite meals!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8816IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

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Pork mixiotes with nopales is a popular Mexican dish for the holiday and other celebrations in Mexico.  There are many different ways to make them depending on the specific region in Mexico. You can make them with any kind of meat, including chicken, pork, beef, lamb. There are even some more exotic varieties using meats such as wild hog, rabbit, and even squirrel!  

That, however, is all a question of persoanl taste. I am going to show you the most traditional variety, which are the pork mixiotes. This Mexican recipe will win over anyone who tries it.

What are mixiotes?

Mixiotes is a typical dish that is representative of Mexican cuisine. In consists basically of meat, marinated and cooked in a chile-based sauce, seasoned with cumin, oregano, and avocado leaves, and is cooked by steam (like tamales). 

mixiotes with aluminum foil

The original preparation method was to wrap the meat in a very thin leaf that came from the maguey plant, which was called a “mixiote.” That is where the name of the recipe came from. 

The word mixiote comes from the Nahualt “metl” (maguey) and “volt.” Over time the preparation method changed, and today you can find it wrapped in plantain leaves, aluminum foil, parchment paper, and even plastic bags. 

You can make it with just meat or you can add vegetables such as nopales or potatoes. 

Mixiotes are considered an exotic, but delicious dish, capable of winning over the palate of anyone who tries it. The flavor is hard to describe, but it is amazing. It has lots of different herbs which give it its great flavor, including bay leaves and avocado leaves. 

Like I said earlier, it is traditionally wrapped in a thin maguey leaf, but there is a problem with that. Maguey is a protected plan and it is no longer legal to sell it since removing the part that you use for this recipe dries up the plant, causing it to die. 

Don’t worry though, like I said, you can also wrap it in plantain leaves, aluminum foil, or parchment paper. So, if you can’t find maguey, there are no excuses and you can still make it using something else. 

mixiotes with rice

What can you serve with mixiotes?

You can serve mixiotes with rice, fresh made corn tortillas, y your favorite salsa. Aside from its great flavors, this is a healthy recipe that is low in fat since it is cooked in its own juices and you don’t add any additional oils or fats. 

Give this recipe a try, I am sure you will love it!

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Pork Mixiotes with Nopales

These pork mixiotes with nopales are a delicious Mexican recipe
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword mixiotes, nopales
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 31 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 31 minutes
Servings 12 Mixiotes
Calories 242kcal
Author Charbel Barker

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pork ribs
  • 3 ancho chiles
  • 8 oz guajillo chiles
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 peppercorns
  • 4 cloves
  • 12 bay leaves
  • 12 avocado leaves
  • 5 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 onion large
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 12 pieces nopales sliced and cooked
  • 12 maguey leaves or parchment paper this can be replaced with aluminum foil or plantain leaves
  • Sal to taste

Instructions

  • Bring the dry chiles to a boil in water until they are soft, set aside and let cool (don't drain the water)
  • Blend the chiles from the previous step with the herbs and spices, garlic, salt and vinegar, and the water where you boiled the chiles.
  • Put the pork in a large plastic bag or bowl and completely cover with the salsa from the previous step. Let marinate overnight or for at least three hours.
  • Cook the nopales with water, salt, garlic, onions, and 2 bay leaves. When cooked, drain the water and set aside.
  • Put the mixiotes together by placing the leaf (or aluminum foil, parchment paper, etc.) on a large plate. Add the marinated meat with some of the marinade, a bay leaf, and an avocado leave. Add some of the cooked nopales.
    If you use maguey leaf or parchment paper, lift the four corners to form a small pouch and tie with butcher's or kitchen twine, and if you use aluminum with banana leaf, wrap like a tamale.
  • Place the mixiotes in a large pot and steam for 1 1/2 hours until very soft.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Mixiote | Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 667mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 7348IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg

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