This dish offers a delightful mix of textures and flavours. The crispy fried corn tortillas provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts with the tender, savoury filling inside. The cilantro adds a fresh, slightly citrusy brightness, enhancing the richness of the mince meat and bringing a touch of herbal aroma. The filling could range from chicken, […]
Tamarind sorbet is a refreshing frozen treat made from the pulp of tamarind fruit, which has a distinctively tangy, sweet and slightly sour flavour. The sorbet’s smooth, icy texture complements the bold, tangy taste of the tamarind, making it a zesty and invigorating dessert. When paired with Tajin, a popular Mexican seasoning blend of chili […]
This delicious combination of sweet, tangy and spicy flavours is going to wake up your taste buds and for sure become your favourite. We have 3 killer ingredients in this recipe: The easiest recipe… Directions: Drizzle the Chamoy over the Palebola Sprinkle with Tajin Enjoy while your mouth drools….. Buen Provecho! We have 3 killer […]
Tacos sudados, also known as “sweaty tacos” or “steamed tacos,” are a Mexican street food specialty. They are typically made by filling soft, warm corn tortillas with various ingredients like meats, beans or vegetables and then stacking and wrapping them in cloth or plastic kept inside of a wicker basket. This wrapping process allows the […]
A chalupa is a Mexican dish consisting of a fried tortilla topped with shredded meat, potato, beans, cheese, salsa, lettuce and other toppings. This delicious street food dish originates from the central states of Mexico. The exact preparation can vary depending on the region, but they are a popular and flavourful dish across the country. […]
A Torta Ahogada is a traditional Mexican sandwich from the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco. It consists of a bolillo (a type of crusty white bread like a Portuguese roll) filled with pork, refried beans and sometimes avocado or cheese. The roll is ‘drowned’ in a spicy tomato salsa, making it a flavourful and quite messy […]
This century-old recipe from the state of Puebla for tiny crisp-fried patties of marrow and masa topped with an avocado and green salsa is excellent as a first course or as a main dish for a light meal. For a vegetarian version, grill your favourite veggie and use instead of the bone marrow. Simply delicious!! […]
A Salbute is a deep-fried tortilla dish topped with chicken or turkey, tomatoes, lettuce, avo and a salsa made with pickled red onion and habanero chilies. Salbutes originate from the Yucatan peninsula with Mayan flavours. DIRECTIONS: Combine the onion and chillies with the vinegar, epazote, oregano, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Leave to rest. In […]
An easy and fun Mexican braai for any day of the week. “Carne asada” actually refers to the way the meat has been cooked, which in South African terms would be braai and that’s where these type of tacos get their name from. The best cut of meat to use is flank steak (skirt steak […]
