Queso Fundido literally means ‘melted cheese’ and is one of Mexico’s favorite ‘add on’ topping for tacos. This dish is usually served as a starter and often combined with Chorizo Recipe, Poblano peppers or mushrooms. Actually, any taco, specially a ‘carne asada’ (grilled beef) taco craves for some queso fundido on top. If you are going […]
Tostadas are the authentic version of the hard-shell corn tacos that most people are used to. Tostadas are corn tortillas that have been toasted or fried until they are crispy. They are usually served as a side for ceviche or topped with various combinations of meat, vegetables, beans, salsas and/or cheese. DIRECTIONS: 1. Heat the […]
This dip is great to serve with our nachos at parties. It’s quick to prepare and a great snack to welcome guest with. DIRECTIONS: 1. Layer 2 – 3 Tbs of each ingredient in individual containers. 2. Serve with Azteca nachos. Buen provecho!
When the nights start get colder and colder in the South African winter, what would be better to warm up the heart than a nice bowl of soup? Even a simple Mexican lime soup calls for a yummy, crunchy boost and what better ingredients to use than Tortilla Strips. DIRECTIONS: 1. Boil the chicken breast in 2 […]
A traditional Mexican dish named after the Mexican ‘Cowboy’ horsemen; this dish is so versatile that can be enjoyed as an accompaniment to meat or eggs for breakfast, or on its own for lunch or a light meal. Always serve with a soupy consistency accompanied by warm corn tortillas. DIRECTIONS: 1. Heat oil in a deep […]
This is one of my family’s favorite dishes and lately, a lot of people have been asking me for this recipe! Taquitos are tortillas that have been rolled around a filling and deep fried until crispy. As you can imagine, they are a lot neater and easier to eat than a taco. Taquitos are great as […]
Quesadillas originated in colonial Mexico. Their name combines “tortilla” and the Spanish word for cheese “queso”; so the most important part of this recipe is a good melting cheese. DIRECTIONS: 1. Warm a tortilla on a medium heated pan. 2. Sprinkle 50g of the cheese onto the tortilla and allow it to melt slightly. 3. […]
Empanadas are named after the Spanish verb ‘empanar‘, which means to coat or wrap in bread. Try out this easy recipe for Picadillo Empanadas using masa harina (Maseca) and mince meat as a filling. So delicious! DIRECTIONS: For the dough: 1. Place the flours and salt in a large bowl and combine. 2. Slowly pour the warm […]
If you never had nopales, don’t let the fact that they are pieces of cactus leaves scare you! They are really delicious and a super food due to high levels antioxidants, their cholesterol-reducing properties and their high levels of vitamin C, magnesium and calcium. In Mexico, nopales are usually cooked from scratch we offer them pickled […]
A #Mexicanfood classic! Sopes are a common street food delight made with Masa Harina. The shape is small and round with pinched edges and are filled with large variety of different fillings and toppings. Depending on the place that you are in Mexico, they can also be called pellizcadas or picadas. DIRECTIONS: Prepare the masa […]
