On Food & Culture
I’m making the iconic Texas Mexican dish, Calabacita Con Pollo, squash with chicken, and I’m relating it to a dish from central Mexico, chicken poached in a garlic-cumin broth. It’s from the state of Hidalgo, in the central Eastern region of Mexico, the homeland of […]
This avocado salsa is made with roasted Serrano chile and tomatillos. I make it for Tacos Al Pastor, a tradition that is now being freshened up and re-introduced to Texas via Dallas’ new Trompo taco culinary spot by chef/owner, Luis Olvera. Before I describe the […]
Texas Mexican potatoes, Papas A La Mexicana, are delicious and ubiquitous. From Houston to San Antonio, and all the way from Brownsville to Del Río and El Paso, home kitchens are always stirring up sizzling skillets of Papas A La Mexicana, a Texas Mexican family […]
Fresh Serrano salsa ranchera has a bright taste and lots of nuance. I make it in a molcajete, but if you want to double or triple the recipe for a party, use a blender. It’s great on tacos, breakfast eggs and on rice and pinto […]
Chicken poached in a garlic-cumin broth is from Hidalgo, in the central Eastern region of Mexico, the homeland of the great Toltec culture. Toltec art and the huge monuments are well-known and iconic of MesoAmerica, but a lesser known fact is that the region has […]
This Mexican Salad, Ensalada de Bodas, has the beautiful flavor and aroma of Serrano (probably my favorite chile flavor) enveloping the tang of cabbage and radishes. Surprised that the vinaigrette has rice vinegar? Think about the Asian influence in that region. The Mexican salad is […]