Recipezaar: Central Mexico,Beginner Cook recipes

A Unique & Yummy Salsa!

Tue, 15 Apr 2003 20:01:25 -0400

I am a a stickler for using fresh ingredients so when my boyfriend from 5 years ago made this up for the first time I cringed! Pardon me for saying so, but if I hadn't have been living with him I never would have eaten it! Hahahaha!!!! The boyfriend is long gone but this is the only salsa I'll eat! If you aren't used to cilantro it may take a few minutes to grow on you - it did me. Give it a chance though. It is seriously yummy!! -- posted by Lottidawe

Sangrita

Mon, 04 Aug 2003 20:08:09 -0400

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Agasajos (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

Thu, 30 Oct 2003 20:01:31 -0500

I think I got this from the Urban Peasant website. It is soooo good to make on a snowy night while curled up with another warm body and a movie. -- posted by horseplay

Easy Mexican Soup

Thu, 06 May 2004 20:00:49 -0400

This is a mild soup I prepared on my own. It is less spicy than chili, with great Mexican flavors. It makes a great lunch, or a nice side dish with a few microwaved frozen burritos on the side. Increase proportionately to make more servings. -- posted by NormCooks

Mexican Lasagna

Tue, 18 May 2004 20:00:00 -0400

I love twisting up old favorites to a new flavor. Try this for a dinner party or for a pot luck. Since you can make it ahead, it really saves some time. -- posted by Shawn C

Broccoli and Bell Peppers

Tue, 19 Oct 2004 20:00:16 -0400

This is a great healthy side dish for most meats and main dishes. Presentation is great. -- posted by Quiet Man

Instant Black Bean Soup

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 20:04:03 -0500

From Cooking Light Try serving this with toasted tortilla wedges. -- posted by AdiaFaith

Homer's Traditional Pico De Gallo

Thu, 03 Feb 2005 19:59:12 -0500

This is a tradional Pico de Gallo recipe that has been in my family for several generations. Many current recipes are variations of this simple one, and their taste is cluttered by garlic or other spices not usually included in the traditional recipe. This makes a great dip for tortilla chips, or in a layered bean dip. One can make great guacamole by smoothing out ripe avocadoes and adding this pico with a little more lime juice and salt to taste. I use a minimum of salt, so you may need to add more to suit your taste. -- posted by Homer and Sandi

Addictive Mexican Stew

Tue, 29 Mar 2005 15:26:38 -0500

My mother gave me this recipe. She found it while clipping coupons. It is from S&W. This is the best stew I have ever eaten and my family requests me to make it quite frequently. It has become a "comfort food" for us. Perfect to make if you have leftovers after baking a large turkey or chicken. Can be made vegetarian or vegan if desired. -- posted by Rose's Granddaughter

Torta Azteca or Pastel De Pobres

Wed, 04 May 2005 15:13:23 -0400

It is a dish made from tortillas, salsa, cheese, cream and whatever you have in your fridge. -- posted by CunSwim

Jicama Y Ensalada Anaranjada Picante (Spicy Oranges & Jicama

Mon, 29 May 2006 20:38:07 -0400

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. -- posted by NcMysteryShopper

Cotton Bowl Chicken With Peppers and Corn Chips

Thu, 10 Aug 2006 14:31:39 -0400

A make ahead meal, ideal for after the game supper or potluck or hungry teens. I use mild Ortega green chiles but you can use hotter chiles if you wish.I used to make (3) pans of this when kids were home & cook a 13 to 14 lb roast for supper. Oh, my those were the days. Happiness and laughter! Fritos fit the bill for this recipe. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Salpicon

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 20:36:42 -0400

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 variation to this recipe, you can add 1/4 cup diced tomato or avocado. Serve this salsa as an accompaniment to seafood, chicken, or pork dishes. -- posted by Chef Sean #2

Spicy Chicken Lasagna

Fri, 08 Sep 2006 20:46:33 -0400

Lasagna on the Spicy and Mexican style. One of my favorites, esp. since I love spicy. I dont even like Chicken, but this is one recipe where I do. -- posted by Angela Marie

Santa Fe Salmon With Fresh Spinach Wild Rice

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 23:06:16 -0500

15 minute meal from a friend who got this from the grocery store...I cook this for friends all the time. Its so easy! -- posted by Chef #200227

Rustic Roasted Tomato Salsa (Salsa De Molcajete)

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 15:50:35 -0400

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. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Chile Con Queso Mexicano

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:29:19 -0400

A good dip for a crowd. Serve with lots of tortilla chips for dipping and lots of tequila. -- posted by Witch Doctor

Manly Man Cheese Dip

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 21:13:57 -0400

Not for Gringos! This is a hearty dip based on the basic Rotel Dip but MUCH better. Perfect for cinco de mayo or superbowl parties. Note IF you have any leftovers checkk out Recipe #226888 for breakfast the next morning. -- posted by Vicki in CT

Elote (Mexican Corn-On-The-Cob)

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 23:13:23 -0400

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 "Elotes" Some of the best corn-on-the-cob I have eaten! -- posted by Witch Doctor

Enchiladas Fantastico

Mon, 14 May 2007 22:12:27 -0400

Delicious and authentic Mexican comfort food. A fantastic introduction to cooking Mexican food. -- posted by Cujo4x

Spicy Chicken Enchiladas

Wed, 23 May 2007 10:58:46 -0400

This is a somewhat new twist on a a old classic.... it tastes fabulous, and it's like a fiesta in your mouth! -- posted by MissAubrieHelena

Flan

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 14:50:48 -0400

It is a normal flan that is easy to make. -- posted by Jacky N.

Yergin's Easy Vegetarian Mexican Pizza

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 22:02:49 -0400

This is a simple recipe my mother used to make with us for a quick meal. This recipe is great for a light luch or even a late night snack. it's simple enough for even the most novice of cooks. I hope you like it! -- posted by Chef Yergin

Easy and Delicious Chipotle Salsa

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:19:51 -0400

This spicy salsa is good with chips, eggs and or beans. If you don't have chipotles, you can roast a couple jalapenos instead. I learned this recipe from folks in the Sierra Madre Orientales of Puebla, Mexico. -- posted by chuydawg

Spicy Hot Apple Salad

Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:22:32 -0400

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. -- posted by Jacinto

Pork Fajitas

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 21:40:32 -0400

This is a wonderful recipe that was shown to be by an old friend from Mexico. Amounts are guessed at as I just throw it together. It is so easy and everyone just loves it! You can substitute the meat with almost anything. Shrimp, chicken, etc. -- posted by Chef #432859

Southwest Breakfast Burritos

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 16:53:32 -0400

One of my favorite spots for brunch served these wonderful breakfast burritos. I was able to do a pretty decent job of copying the recipe so that I could make them at home. You can use flour tortillas but I prefer the corn tortillas myself. -- posted by thepughouse

Michelada Authentic

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 19:44:19 -0400

This folks is the real deal like we drink it in Jalisco...... LOL and yeah we get Clamato down there! There we use Jugo Maggi instead of Lea and Perrins. -- posted by davinandkennard

20 Min. Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 00:34:13 -0400

This recipe is GOOD ! I went to a meeting two weeks ago and someone brought it. It disappeared quick ! The lady said it is from the 70's...that they use to have neighborhood block parties when her children were babies and someone shared it....enjoy!!! -- posted by Traderjosie

Spicy Mince Cob Loaf

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 13:44:31 -0400

A favourite in our house. Cob loaf filled with spicy mince mixture (to taste) and very easy to make. This was a recipe made from an old taco mince and chillie con carne recipes and modified to fit in with what we had in the cupboard. It worked out so well we have it often. We also use any leftover mince to make tacos, nachos or sandwiches. It is a cheap easy meal. -- posted by Aus Janet

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 20:35:08 -0400

I love to experiment with Mexican and Italian dishes. This is a recipe that a friend gave me that I tweaked to my family's liking. Instead of frying the tortillas, these are dipped in Chicken Broth. ;) You'll never miss the oil and the enchiladas are moist and flavorful. ;) -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Frijoles & Chilies Buttermilk Dip or Sauce

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 23:45:25 -0500

This can be a dip for vegetables, chips or smoked meats. I add a little more milk to the dip to use as a sauce inside the tortillas when I make chicken or cheese enchiladas. White sauce inside, red sauce outside with cheese. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Salsa

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 02:13:13 -0500

This is a mild fresh salsa using really good ingredients. Our friends ask for it all of the time. -- posted by Chef #272314

Yam and Cotija Cheese Quesadillas

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 14:25:51 -0500

This recipes was adapted from one published in the Border Grill Restaurant newsletter. The original recipe called for baking the yams (actually sweet potatoes called garnet yams) for one hour, and uses flour tortillas. Either flour or corn tortillas will work, I prefer the corn which are used more in Central Mexico where I developed a taste for Mexican food. The cotija cheese does not melt very much, it's a dry cheese intended as a garnish. Here in California, Cacique is the popular brand. If cotija is not available to you ,any dry, crumbly, non melting cheese will substitute. The amount of yam mixture may be more than is needed for 4 quesadillas (depending on how much you pile on) however, the leftovers make a delicious side dish. I like to make some extra as planned-overs. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Tortilla Cheese Crisps

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:33:21 -0500

They are many recipes for these but I broil them for about 2-3 minutes and use the whole corn tortilla. I have made this for (4) servings but you can make as many as you like.Very simple and delicious!Options also shown. -- posted by Montana Heart Song

Tamal Casserole

Wed, 28 May 2008 18:36:04 -0400

It is a recipe that I made up after doing several searches for something similar and coming up with nothing. My Family loves Tamales and when we buy a dozen or so and have leftovers I make this Casserole -- posted by CunSwim

Karina's Famous Mexican Mole

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:56:00 -0500

traditional mole poblano recipe with a little twist * Some of the ingredients may be as unavailable to you, as they are to me; since I currently reside in Peru. You can easily find them over the internet. I use mexicoetal.com or any of the other mexican food sites around. Usually eaten with onions soaked in lemon juice as ganish, over flour or corn tortillas. *some like is sweeter and will add more sugar or chocolate. It's really a fun dish to play with because you can add more of, or remove whatever you think your in the mood for that day. *the mole I paste i use is "Doña Maria" and the chocolate I use is "la abuelita" -- posted by Karikarinosa

Quick & Easy Breakfast Bake

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:50:58 -0500

Tired of the same old breakfast choices. This delicious dish is easy to prepare without sacrificing on taste. Pull the ingredients together in a 13x9 casserole dish the night before and the following morning wake up your taste buds with this savory egg bake that features green chilies, mushrooms, scallions, 3 cheeses, and sausage. A special morning start like this will keep your family smiling all day long! -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Chicken Taco Pie

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:56:54 -0500

My friend gave me this recipe and it really is good - kids love it and makes great leftovers. -- posted by Janie Marie

Texas Style Breakfast Burritos

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 17:48:45 -0400

The only way to eat breakfast burritos in Texas. -- posted by sctdvdltl

Frozen Aztec Mocha

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:47:30 -0400

Who says coffee has to be always the same? Surprise someone you love with this classic frozen espresso. Who knows what will happen? -- posted by Annacia

Mexicorn Dip

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:19:25 -0400

This corn dip is a BIG hit at parties! Always the first to be devoured! I received from a co-worker named Amanda! Thanks Amanda! -- posted by Heather Cooks it up!

Fresh Salsa, Arizona Style

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:20:38 -0400

This is a recipe from my Aunt Janice who lived in Arizona during the winters years ago. It's fresh and zappy and my family eats jars of it when we make huge batches during the summer and even the winters! NOTE: If you can't find fresh peppers or tomatoes, you can substitute canned. Just use as many canned peppers as you want. We use about 3-4 cans of diced canned tomatoes. In the summertime we freeze cilantro that we grow in our garden wrapped in a paper towel and use that in the winter instead of buying it pricey fresh. Also if it's too spicy, you can always add more tomatoes or even throw in a can of kidney beans! -- posted by Chef #771374