Category Archives: Mexican Flavours

British Mexican Rice

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Jennifer

Cook long grain white rice in beef stock. Use vegetable broth to make this vegan. Once the is just done, mix with tomato passata (American tomato puree, to colour and flavour, not to turn into soup) chopped parsley and chopped … Continue reading →

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Baja Black Beans

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Jennifer

 ’Baja Black Beans’ I like the alliteration. Okay, I’ve never been to Baja, California, but I do love black beans and cook them often in as many different ways as possible. I love these– the orange juice brings a slight sweetness … Continue reading →

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Mexican Black Bean Stew

Posted on January 4, 2010 by Jennifer

After the last of the holiday dishes were cleared from the table, I sat in our living room, strewn with excess toy packaging, a cup of peppermint tea warming my hands, and I began thinking about what I would cook … Continue reading →

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Puerco Pibil (Slow Roasted Pork)

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Jennifer

I tend to define people by how they approach food. Socio-economic background, appearance, what they do for work, their nationality– none of that is important to me, all I care about it how they eat. By ‘how they eat’ I mean, do … Continue reading →

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Beef Fajitas

Posted on July 25, 2009 by Jennifer

We miss Mexican food! I have been thus stymied in my quest for an even marginal Mexican eatery in Europe. Of course, the solution to this dilemma is to prepare authentic south of the (U.S.) border fare at home; which … Continue reading →

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Simply Chilli

Posted on November 5, 2008 by Jennifer

There is nothing exotic about this recipe—it is just good, simple chilli. Great for cold Autumn days. I have put no ‘heat’ in this recipe, so it is very kid-friendly. If you want some spice, just add chipotle powder (which … Continue reading →

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Asparagus Guacamole

Posted on May 24, 2008 by Jennifer

This is a delicious alternative to avocado guacamole, if you are watching the fat– or if you are an asparagus fan. Very fresh, very healthy– it makes a great spread for sandwiches, too.1 bunch asparagus, bottom 1” cut off and … Continue reading →

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Grilled Fish Tacos

Posted on October 2, 2007 by Jennifer

So fresh, tasty and super healthy! Spice up your dinner menu with fish tacos!1 pound (450 grams) firm white fish, red snapper, mahi mahi, tuna or talapia¾ cup mixed fruit juice (I used a multi-vitamin juice of orange, apple, passion … Continue reading →

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Fish Taco Condiments

Posted on October 2, 2007 by Jennifer

Developed to go with fish tacos (see ‘Mexican Flavours’)Pickled CabbageCouldn’t be easier and adds so much to fish tacos.¼ head white cabbage, sliced into very thin strips2 radishes, sliced very thin½ teaspoon sea or kosher salt3 teaspoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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Salsa Roja

Posted on September 22, 2007 by Jennifer

This is not like the salsa fresca (raw, chunky salsa) we all make in the summer, when tomatoes are so good. It uses tinned tomatoes, but I am telling you that it is de-lish! It tastes just like the salsa … Continue reading →

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