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Shrimp in Roasted Green Salsa

Shrimp, an especially great protein for a quick and tasty Lenten dish, cooks in just minutes. This Shrimp in Roasted Green Salsa recipe beautifully balances the deep flavors of roasted tomatillos, garlic, onions, and peppers with the mild flavor of succulent shrimp. Thanks to the great folks at Colorado…

Fish Empanadas: Favorites Forever in My Family

There’s no such thing as an end-of-the-year holiday party without empanadas, in my humble opinion. These crunchy antojitos are extremely versatile and can be filled with almost anything. The delicious filling for these Tilapia empanadas includes tilapia, of course, as well as olives, capers, and vegetables. Try them! You’ll…

Fish Veracruz Recipe

The popularity of Fish Veracruz reaches far beyond the state and city of its origin. All over Mexico this colorful, flavorful dish delights. It’s simple to make, but tastes like it isn’t because of the depth of flavors from combining onions, garlic, lime, sweet peppers, tomatoes, olives, capers,…

Shrimp Tostadas with Chipotle Cream

These popcorn shrimp tostadas with chipotle cream are simple to make, crunchy and delicious. A favorite in our household. Try them out! Thank you to the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA) for making this shrimp tostadas with chipotle cream possible. All comments, opinions and my love…

+20 Easy Mexican Recipes for Lent

Here are more than 20 easy Mexican recipes for Lent you can make in a flash! Of course, they’re all delicious any time of year, and I find I keep coming back to them throughout the year. I’m so ready for 7 weeks of yummy Lenten foods. Aren’t…

Tuna Patties Recipe

Easy, fast, tuna patties with potatoes perfect for lent or any time of the year. The way we made them in Mexico. Try them out! Tuna Patties remind me of my mom. I loved when she made them for me when I was a little girl…

Jamaica, The Refreshing Hibiscus Flower Drink (Agua de Jamaica)

Agua de Jamaica (pronounced Hah.my.ka), the hibiscus flower drink, is a favorite at parties in Mexico. It’s refreshing and delicious. Its rich, red, festive color goes great with any celebration. Learn how to make it in just minutes. Recipe and video below. Jamaica is made from dried hibiscus…

Silvia’s Mexican Tuna Salad

Tuna has always been one of my favorite foods; it is versatile, I can buy it almost anywhere, and it is delicious. My boys also eat it with gusto. I created this recipe when I wanted to have a light and nutritious meal without sacrificing flavor. This one is…

Enchiladas Verdes de Pollo – Chicken Enchiladas in Green Sauce

ENGLISH VERSION BELOW Las enchiladas verdes de pollo es uno de mis antojitos mexicanos favoritos. Son ligeramente picositas y deliciosas con crema y queso. Aprende a hacerlas aquí. TAMBIEN LEE: Entomatadas de Queso Enchiladas es la deliciosa combinación de tortillas remojadas en algún tipo de salsa y rellenas…

Mexican Caramel Atole Recipe

This Mexican caramel atole requires just four simple ingredients you likely have in your home already. Ready in less than half an hour, atole serves as the perfect accompaniment to tasty tamales, pan dulce, and many other Mexican favorites. Not long ago, my mom and I got to…

Green Tamales with Chicken

Learn how to make Green Tamales with Chicken, easily, without a mixer and without lard. Ideal for Christmas, Candlemas or any other occasion, try them. As you may have noticed from the photo, these tamales have a slightly different shape from traditional Mexican tamales which are longer and…