Category: Enchiladas

  • Mexican-Style Sweet and Spicy Pork

    Mexican-Style Sweet and Spicy Pork

    Smoky heat of chipotle peppers and tangy sweetness of piloncillo combine for a unique and explosive flavour.
    https://www.mylatinatable.com/mexican-style-sweet-and-spicy-pork/

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    Directions

    Cut the pork into 1/2 inch cubes.

    Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

    Cook the pork with some oil in a frying pan until browned and cooked through.

    In a separate pan, cook the tomatillo, onion, and garlic with olive oil.

    Add cooked tomatillo, onion, chicken stock, and garlic to a blender with the chipotle sauce and blend until smooth.

    Add the above sauce to a frying pan with the pork and the piloncillo.

    Let simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes.

    Serve with toasted Sonora Soft Taco Tortillas.

  • Chicken and Chorizo Meatballs

    Chicken and Chorizo Meatballs

    Southwestern meatballs featuring pomegranate seeds, jalapeño jelly and cilantro.
    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/orange-glazed-chicken-chorizo-meatballs/

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    Directions

    Preheat oven to 375°. Crush croutons into fine crumbs. Add 1/2 cup picante sauce and 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate; let stand 10 minutes.

    Stir in 2 tablespoons cilantro, egg and salt. Crumble chicken and chorizo into crouton mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a 15×10-in. baking pan. Bake until a thermometer reads 165°, 15-20 minutes.

    Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together marmalade, pepper jelly, remaining picante sauce and remaining orange juice concentrate. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Stir in mango, 1 tablespoon cilantro and, if desired, 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds. Pour sauce over meatballs. Serve with remaining cilantro and pomegranate seeds.

  • Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    Slow cooker enchiladas prepped in under 15 minutes with delicious enchilada sauce, Sonora Tortillas, shredded chicken and black beans.
    https://www.skinnytaste.com/slow-cooker-chicken-enchiladas/

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    Directions

    Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, cumin, and salt and cook, stirring, until the onion has softened and browned, about 5 minutes.

    Transfer to the slow cooker and add the enchilada sauce, sour cream, and 1/4 cup water to the onion mixture and stir to combine. Fold in the beans until thoroughly coated.

    Add the chicken in.

    Cover and cook on high for about 3 to 4 hours or on low for about 6 to 7, until chicken is tender and cooked through. Shred the chicken in the pot with 2 forks.

    Add the tortilla strips and stir, then top with the cheese, cover the slow cooker, and cook 30 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

    Once the cheese is melted, garnish with cilantro, jalapenos, and optional toppings.

    Serve over rice if desired and top with optional sour cream, and avocado.

  • Mexican Roja Sauce

    Mexican Roja Sauce

    Authentic Mexican Roja Sauce (Salsa Roja) with delicious depth of flavour features tomatillos, fiery scotch bonnet peppers and roasted ingredients.
    https://www.alphafoodie.com/mexican-salsa-roja-recipe/#recipe

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    Directions

    Rehydrate the dried chili peppers by cutting off stems and removing seeds from peppers. Add to a bowl of hot vegetable stock (for better flavour) or lightly salted boiling water. Then toss them into the liquid and allow them to steep for 20-30 minutes.

    Prep all veggies by removing stems, seeds and peels. Roast together on a parchment-lined oven tray for 15 to 20 minutes at 355 degrees F.

    Remove once soft and allow to cool.

    Add all roasted vegetables, rehydrated chilies, cilantro and lime juice to a blender with a splash of the broth and blend. Adjust the amount of soaking liquid to your liking.

    Blend to preferred texture, taste to adjust.

  • Authentic Carne Asada

    Authentic Carne Asada

    Authentic Carne Asada grilled to perfection with aromatic flavours of lemon, orange, lime, cilantro and jalapeño for a taste like no other.
    https://pinchandswirl.com/carne-asada-recipe/#recipe

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    Carne Asada Marinade











    Directions

    In a large baking dish whisk together Carne Asada marinade ingredients until combined. Add skirt steak, turning to coat with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but no longer than 8 hours.

    Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor griddle or pan to medium-high heat. Cook steaks for 7 to 10 minutes per side, turning once for medium-rare. Remove steaks and allow to rest for 5 minutes.

    Slice thinly across the grain and serve.

  • Mexican Chicken Marinade

    Mexican Chicken Marinade

    A flavourful blend of lime, garlic, chili and hers for a divine sauce or marinade perfect for a variety of dishes.
    https://www.isabeleats.com/mexican-chicken-marinade/#wprm-recipe-container-17929

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    Directions

    In a large resealable bag or large mixing bowl, add all ingredients and combine well.

    Add chicken and toss in marinade to coat.

    Seal bag or cover bowl and marinate in the fridge for 2 to 8 hours.

    Remove chicken from the marinade and grill or cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.