Mexican cookery, strongly influenced by other Central American countries, combines ancient Indian traditions with the influence of Spanish colonits.
The cuisine of local population relied upon braising and steaming in a tightly covered pan with little liquid. This explains the great diversity of ragouts and sauces, also served with boiled or roast dishes.
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Tex-Mex spiced chicken tossed with fresh mango, crunchy jicama, and bell peppers in a zesty lime dressing. Served in crispy microwaved tortilla bowls over shredded Bibb lettuce.
Chicken thighs poached with cumin and oregano, rubbed with spice paste, then pan-fried until crisp. Served in a tangy onion broth with banana peppers and apple cider vinegar.
A hearty arroz con pollo loaded with browned chicken, chorizo sausage, saffron rice, tomatoes, and bell peppers, all baked together until the rice is fluffy and golden. Feeds a crowd of 10 with ease.
A savory dish that can be made with the convenience of having a crockpot in your kitchen.
Frijoles rancheros with pinto beans, crispy bacon, jalapenos, beer, and tomato paste baked until bubbly. A smoky, spicy Mexican-style bean casserole.
Creole-spiced grilled swordfish with a fresh citrus salsa of orange, lemon, and lime segments, honey, and cilantro. Served over crispy fried corn tortilla strips.
Huevos en rabo de mestiza are Mexican poached eggs simmered in a chunky tomato-chile sauce and topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. A one-skillet brunch or dinner.
Low fat Mexican-style creamed corn simmers corn kernels with bell peppers, celery, and green chiles, then binds with reduced-fat cream cheese and skim milk. A lighter Tex-Mex side.
Mexican chicken and barley chili with pearl barley, corn, green chiles, tomatoes, and cumin in a hearty, stew-like broth. A filling twist on traditional chili that uses barley instead of beans.
Oat-crusted Mexican chicken breast baked with chili powder and paprika, served with a fresh tomato, green pepper, and lemon relish. A crunchy, spiced chicken dinner with a no-cook salsa topping.
Mexican cornbread is a Texas-style layered skillet-style cornbread with browned ground meat, onion, jalapeños, and melted American cheese sandwiched between golden cornmeal batter.
Mexican lentil casserole with brown rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning, and chili powder. A hearty, high-fiber vegetarian main dish baked until set.
Mexican spaghetti tossed with a chipotle tomato sauce and topped with diced fresh avocado. A 15-minute weeknight pasta where smoky chipotle meets cool, creamy avocado.
Sacramento-style black bean soup with smoked ham, New Mexico chile, chipotle peppers, cumin, and oregano. Pureed smooth and topped with homemade creme fraiche and red bell pepper.
Vegetarian potato enchiladas with a spiced cumin-cinnamon enchilada sauce, Monterey Jack, and crumbled feta. Crispy pan-fried potatoes in corn tortillas baked until bubbly.
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