Mexican Food

Prickly Pear Cactus is very easy to grow in many parts of the United States. The pads can be used to make jams and jellies, candy and there is even a Prickly Pear Margarita! The health benefits of...

Ancho is a common, relatively mild Mexican chile pepper. Ancho chile powder is a red powder that may be labeled as Mexican chile powder, ancho chile powder, or just chile powder. It is a common...

The key to a great taco is the meat that's used---it should be lean, spicy and cooked properly. While it's easy to purchase a taco seasoning packet to add to ground beef, it can be much more...

Along with pizza, hamburgers and hot dogs, Mexican style tacos are a classic American food staple. Spicy ground beef topped with beans, crisp lettuce or creamy cheese is undoubtedly a perfect...

Chilies with cheese inside, wrapped in egg roll wraps and fried, a Colorado favorite

How to Marinate delicious Carne Asada.

Tamales require steaming in corn husks for their distinctive flavor. You can either purchase dried corn husks from the grocery store or make your own. The next time you have corn on the cob, save...

If you like Mexican Chicken Enchiladas, you will love this recipe. It is an authentic Mexican recipe that puts a twist on traditional chicken enchiladas. This recipe gives you the delicious...

Traditional Mexican refried beans are often cooked using lard and although the taste is rich and fulfilling, the fat content outweighs the bean's healthy nutrition. Here is a great way to make...

A tasty guacamole does not have to be difficult to prepare. If you have fresh ingredients and a couple of ripe avocados, you can make your own in just five minutes. Guacamole makes for a fantastic...

Mexican food has become one of the most popular kinds of international food items in the nation. Why go to Mexican restaurants when you can make your own Mexican food at home? Not only is it...

This will show you how to make the Pico De Gallo that goes with my Diezmillo article. Listed below are two additional articles that compliment this recipe. You can also use this for a tortilla...

Do you want to treat your friends and family to a meal that they may have only had if they were visiting Mexico? Picture a quaint village, where the Grandmother was preparing a meal for her...

Actually, this technique comes from Monterey Mexico. My buddy Pedro, from work, shared with me his grandmothers simple, yet amazing hot sauce recipe. You will be hard pressed to find another hot...

In the “olden days” one of the best cooks in the territory used to make this enchilada sauce and it was popular with everybody who ever tried it. Unlike any canned or store-bought enchilada...

Albondigas are Spanish and Latin-American meatballs. Mexican albondigas differ from other varieties with the addition of tomato broth and signature spices, and are cooked with vegetables....

A Mexican Salsa Verde is a spicy and slightly tangy sauce. Homemade Salsa Verde is a fantastic way to control the amount of spice and salt according to your taste. Use your salsa as a dip,...

My first experience with Green Chili Stew was during a business trip to New Mexico. I landed in Albuquerque and had about 2 hours to get to my hotel to change into business attire and then travel...

Denver, Colorado is a city known for its eclectic tastes in art, culture and food. Featuring restaurants that cater to numerous nationalities and styles, Denver has an especially vibrant selection...

This recipe imitates the milder hot sauces served at popular Mexican fast food places. When you make your own at home, the decisions you make about the amount of heat, the vegetables you use, and...

Mexican cuisine includes a variety of spicy foods. Though each region has its signature dishes, they all have a lot in common in terms of cooking techniques. Favorite soups and sauces need to be...

Chili spices, cornmeal and cilantro are the main ingredients Mexican food artisans use to make masterpieces. Traditional Mexican fare differs greatly from the fast food served in many restaurants....

Tortillas are a flat bread that originated in Mexico; however, they are a common staple in American Southwest cuisine. They have gained popularity in North America and Europe, and they have even...

The key to making restaurant-style salsa is using fresh ingredients. Making your own salsa is quick and easy. You can make it as spicy or mild as you want, and the ingredients are easy to find....

When someone says the word "agave," people usually have one association: tequila. While it is true that tequila is agave's biggest claim to fame, it has been used for many things for thousands of...

Homemade tacos is an enjoyable meal that is quick to prepare, rather simple to make and good to eat. The really fascinating thing about homemade tacos is that the ingredients consist of a foods...

Picky eaters and complainers make it a challenge to plan food for a kid's party. Because many children love Mexican foods, choose what to serve from a wide range of options and satisfy even the...

Warm and chewy, homemade tortillas are an excellent way to enjoy a more authentic Mexican dining experience. Flour tortillas are an excellent complement to any meal but an especially important...

Are you trying to figure out what to do with your batch of homegrown tomatoes and peppers? Or maybe you're just hungry for some fresh salsa. It's salsa time! Try this EASY recipe for delicious...

One of my favorite dishes is chicken enchiladas made with a green enchilada sauce. One of the major mistakes that many cooks make is to not bother seasoning the chicken and simply having chicken...

Mexican sausages are New World cousins of Spanish sausages, sharing similar names but often kicked up a notch in terms of spice. Rather than being dried, they are used fresh in stews, soups, tacos...

Have you ever tried sopapillas at a mexican restaurant? You know...the dessert that you put powdered sugar and honey on?? They are SOOOOOO good! I'm going to teach you how to make them! Both, the...

This homemade Green Chili is an old family recipe that we've been using for generations! We all absolutely LOVE it and I'm going to share it with all of my Ehow friends :] Enjoy!

Passion fruit is delicious. Tart yellow juice surrounds the black seeds inside the ovoid fruit. Passion fruit, Passifloriacea sp., is a vine native to South America (Brazil, Paraguay and...

Chipotles are dried and smoked jalapeno peppers that originated in pre-Aztec Mexico. They are used in Mexican and American cuisines to add spice and their signature smoky flavor to many different...

Stocking a Mexican spice cupboard is a culinary adventure that opens up a new world of flavors. Finding the spices is no longer as difficult as it once was, given the growing number of ethnic...

What is a platter of tacos without a side dish of guacamole? Pretty boring! Bypass the ready made in the cold section at the market. Make it yourself for rave reviews from your eating audience....

A delicious Mexican dip is easy to make and requires fresh ingredients. All you have to know is how to pick a good mango or avocado, and the rest is up to you. Choose from fresh fruits and...

You wanna twist on your regular 'ol bean burrito?? It may not be the healthiest recipe, but it sure is delicious!

Many of the tools used in the traditional Mexican kitchen would be familiar to cooks in pre-Colombian times. While a modern appliance like a blender might make a reasonable substitute for an...

Lime Tequila chicken is a Mexican dish that can be grilled or oven-baked. Add more peppers or chili powder to the sauce for extra hotness. This is for 2 servings. Add, accordingly to this recipe,...

Qdoba Mexican Grill has some of the best guacamole in the world...but their recipe is top secret. Although the restaurant will not reveal its recipe, it does tell consumers what ingredients are...

Mexican cooking is full of flavor and variety. Try some of the many different food items that are popular and are used in various forms all over the country. Cooking methods along with varied...

Tortillas are a thin flat bread used primarily in Mexican cuisine. They are traditionally prepared using a lightly fried corn-based dough, but American versions are often flour-based. Tortillas...

Here's a chicken chipotlé pizza for your crowd. We are going to use a refrigerated pizza dough for this recipe to save time. All you need to do is prepare the toppings for this pizza. Quick...

The recipe for tortillas is fairly simple; all you need is flour, salt, water, baking powder and oil, lard or shortening. Traditionally, a tortilla press flattens the dough before the tortillas...

Fish tacos are a popular street food found in coastal towns throughout the world, and many chefs and restaurants have started including more sophisticated versions of fish tacos onto their menus....

Barbecued clams, often simply flavored with sea salt and the smokiness provided by a charcoal grill or smoker, are a popular summer dish in coastal towns throughout the world. However, barbecued...

Mole poblano is a traditional Mexican sauce that originated in the Puebla region of Mexico. While there are many different variations of mole sauces, mole poblano was perhaps the first and is the...

The spicy chili pepper known most famously in Mexican and Indian cuisines is indeed cayenne, though it is also red. There is no distinction between cayenne and red pepper aside from the name. Some...