central mexico and healthy

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Recipes

Sopaipillas

Posted by Giniaa  

While I was visiting my friend in Arizona, she had me help her make Sopaipillas. I loved them! They're mexican, but sold in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and other states near Mexico. You can literally point to the mountains at the back of her house... MORE»

Recipe #315843

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Spicy Hot Apple Salad

Posted by Jacinto  

I have always been mad for chili pepper spiced apples that are common as a noon snack in Mexico. So this is where the idea originally came from. I wanted a strong flavor that made good pairs With the sweet sour taste of the apples. So here it is. MORE»

Recipe #240434

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Peach Sangria

Posted by Witch Doctor  

The base of this Sangria is frozen the night before serving and taken out of the freezer two hours prior to serving time. MORE»

Recipe #230224

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Viva Mexico Guacamole

(4 reviews) Posted by Witch Doctor  

Start with the simplest perfect mash of avocado, garlic and salt. Then add green chili, white onion and red tomato (the colors of the Mexican flag) to create a perfect guacamole that’s perfect with a bowl of chips at a Cinco de Mayo party. Adding... MORE»

Recipe #223559

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Elote (Mexican Corn-On-The-Cob)

Posted by Witch Doctor  

Grilled corn on the cob is a popular street food throughout Mexico. Special carts equipped with charcoal burners, a small wash tub, and condiment jars are peddled (literally) throughout the neighborhoods with the vendors shouting... MORE»

Recipe #222681

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My Personal Tortilla Soup (Sopa De Tortilla)

(3 reviews) Posted by Witch Doctor  

I have many recipes on how to make Tortilla Soup, even the ones from Ninfa's, Mansion on Turtle Creek, Felix's, etc. But none really equaled the Tortilla Soup my housekeeper made during my stay in Mexico. This is as close as I can come to her... MORE»

Recipe #221774

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Rustic Roasted Tomato Salsa (Salsa De Molcajete)

(3 reviews) Posted by Witch Doctor  

I love this salsa for breakfast in Spicy Cilantro Scrambled Eggs or (for dinner) in Salmon in Luxurious Green Sesame Pipian. My housekeeper in Mexico gave me this recipe and I have used it ever since. MORE»

Recipe #221053

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Salpicon

(1 reviews) Posted by Chef Sean #2  

The radishes add both flavor and an interesting texture to this salsa. Bitter orange juice is dificult to find outside of Yucatan. So, you can approximate the flavor profile by mixing 1 part orange juice with 2 parts grapefruit juice. As a... MORE»

Recipe #185362

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Homemade Tortillas

Posted by Ennui on Rice  

It's almost impossible to find tortillas in Japan, so I've started to make my own. They taste so much better than store bought ones, I think I'll keep making them when I move back to the states! MORE»

Recipe #184557

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Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante (Spicy Oranges & Jicama

(1 reviews) Posted by NcMysteryShopper  

I love sweet and spicy combinations and this fruit salad is one of those great pairings. Salad should chill for about 2 hours before serving so plan ahead. MORE»

Recipe #170119

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Habanero Grilled Chicken on a Bed of Pasta

(1 reviews) Posted by Molly Bloom  

A really tasty and spicy low-fat option. Forget about boring diet chicken dinners. The sauce makes all the difference. MORE»

Recipe #142770

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Fat Free Watermelon-cranberry Agua Fresca

Posted by Dancer^  

Aguas frescas are popular fresh-fruit drinks in Mexico. Although water is a standard ingredient, this undiluted version is a thirst-quenching refresher whether accompanying spicy foods or sipped in the sun. Points 2. MORE»

Recipe #117717

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Tomatillo Sauce

(3 reviews) Posted by ChipotleChick  

From Rick Bayless, 'Authentic Mexican.' There's nothing like a good, fresh tomatillo sauce! Great on grilled chicken! If you want a really hot salsa, don't seed the jalapenos! MORE»

Recipe #113852

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Sandi's Fool-Proof Guacamole

(1 reviews) Posted by Homer and Sandi  

This is a simple recipe for Guacamole that is sure to get you raves as the best your friends and family have ever had. It utilizes my recipe for Traditional Pico de Gallo, and was created by my wife, Sandi. It is very tasty, and is easily prepared... MORE»

Recipe #110419

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Broccoli and Peppers

(2 reviews) Posted by Quiet Man  

This is a great healthy side dish for most meats and main dishes. Presentation is great. MORE»

Recipe #102259

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Chicken Fajitas

(3 reviews) Posted by MizEmerilLagasse  

This is the perfect dish for casual entertaining. Guests are able to make their very own personalized fajitas right when they want them. This is also great for those picky eaters out there! MORE»

Recipe #91860

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Sangrita

(2 reviews) Posted by Mimi Bobeck  

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Recipe #68185

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Chiapas Tortilla Soup

Posted by stacylu  

Got this from our paper, it tastes wonderful. Recipe is adapted from "White Dog Cafe Cookbook" by Judy Wicks and Kevin von Klause MORE»

Recipe #62626

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