Category: Sauces/marinades

  • Mexican Ceviche

    Mexican Ceviche

    Deliciously tangy and spicy Mexican ceviche with the perfect balance of heat and authentic flavour.
    https://www.mylatinatable.com/shrimp-ceviche-mexican-style-ceviche-recipe/

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    Directions

    Combine all of the shrimp with 1 cup of lime juice in a large bowl. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator for at least one hour until the shrimp are mostly pink.

    In a separate bowl, combine the onion, cucumber, tomatoes, jalapeño, and cilantro.

    Add the shrimp and mix well.

    Add the Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper and additional lime and lemon juice.

    Mix well and serve on the tostadas adding hot sauce to taste and avocados.

  • Cóctel de Camarones (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)

    Cóctel de Camarones (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)

    Mexican shrimp cocktail with authentic Mexican flavours and delectable toppings.
    https://www.slenderkitchen.com/recipe/coctel-de-camarones-mexican-shrimp-cocktail

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    Directions

    Stir together the lime juice, clamato, and ketchup. Season with salt and pepper.

    Add the shrimp, onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, and garlic. Place in the fridge and let sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to deepen and combine.

    Serve with hot sauce to taste, fresh limes, and chopped fresh cilantro. You can also add avocado for some creaminess. Serve with baked Sonora Tortillas.

  • Chile Colorado

    Chile Colorado

    Chile Colorado is the king of all stews with authentic Mexican flavours and red Chile sauce.
    https://www.lemonblossoms.com/blog/chile-colorado-beef-stew/

    Ingredients

    Chile Paste





    Chile Colorado Beef Stew











    Directions

    Red Chile Sauce

    Stem and seed chiles.

    Place the chiles on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 30 seconds total – in 2 intervals of 15 seconds each.

    Heat 2 cups of chicken broth until warm – you can do this in the microwave. Submerge the chiles into the broth, cover and microwave for about 2 minutes.

    Place the chiles, the roasted tomato and the liquid into a blender and process until smooth. About 2 minutes. Set aside.

    Chile Colorado Beef Stew

    Season beef with salt and ground pepper.

    Using a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear on all sides until browned. Set beef aside.

    Add onions to the pot and saute for between 3 and 4 minutes or until onions become soft and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 additional minute. Add spices and cook for 1 minute stirring constantly.

    Return beef to the pot. Add prepared red chile sauce and remaining broth, stir to combine. Bring Chile to a boil.

    Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low and allow Chile to simmer for 1.5 hours until stew is tender.

  • Vegan Tamales

    Vegan Tamales

    Vegan tamales are a great main course or snack to batch make for now or for later!
    https://plantbasedonabudget.com/tamales/

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    Directions

    Using a large baking dish or stock pot, pour hot water and add the dried corn husks. Allow to sit for 15 to 20 minutes, until softened.

    Using hands or an electric mixer, beat together the corn flour, vegetable broth, vegetable oil (or shortening), baking powder, garlic powder, and salt.

    Pat corn husk dry, lay it flat on clean working surface, spread a spoonful of dough to cover most of the corn husk. Once dough is spread, add one to two tablespoons of filling vertically to the middle of the tamale. Bring both sides of corn husks together and seal dough. Close up the husks.

    Using a large pot of water and steamer basket, add all tamales and bring water to a boil. Allow to simmer for 45 minutes once boiled.

  • 5-Ingredient Habanero Hot Sauce

    5-Ingredient Habanero Hot Sauce

    Simple 5-ingredient homemade hot sauce perfect for a last minute gift during the holiday season.
    https://minimalistbaker.com/spicy-habanero-hot-sauce/

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    Directions

    Add peppers, onion, garlic, lime juice, and salt to a small blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add water as needed until creamy and smooth.

    Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lime juice for acidity, salt for saltiness, habanero peppers for spice, or garlic for “zing.”

    Store covered in the refrigerator for about 7 days, oftentimes more. Freeze leftovers in an ice cube tray and store in the freezer for individual use up to 1 month.

  • 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

    Ingredients


    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.