My Slice of Mexico

My Slice of Mexico

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Beef Strips with Veggies

October 7, 2023October 15, 2023by Irene3 Comments on Beef Strips with Veggies
Beef Strips with Veggies

This is a quick stir-fry  dish, ready in no time for a weekday dinner.  Some steak, pantry staples, and available veggies is all that is needed ... click on title for more

Ingredients, Mexican Cuisine

Purslane – Redeeming an Ancient Crop

June 23, 2018June 17, 2024by Irene18 Comments on Purslane – Redeeming an Ancient Crop
Purslane – Redeeming an Ancient Crop

In recent years, purslane has been identified as the highest plant source of Omega-3, and many other nutrients such as vitamins and riboflavin, as well as fiber and dietary minerals. In Mexico, it has remained well established as a key ingredient in traditional dishes … click on image for more

Mexican Cuisine

Crispy Stuffed Poblano Peppers with “Caldillo”

June 8, 2018May 31, 2021by Irene12 Comments on Crispy Stuffed Poblano Peppers with “Caldillo”
Crispy Stuffed Poblano Peppers with “Caldillo”

This recipe for crispy stuffed Poblano peppers is as representative of homemade Mexican cooking as it gets, and serves as an illustration of several basic techniques that are used in many other applications in Mexican cuisine ... click on image for more

My Fusion Recipes

From the Lone Star State: Chili

April 13, 2018by IreneLeave a Comment on From the Lone Star State: Chili
From the Lone Star State: Chili

"Welcome to the family" seemed to say Picadillo to Chili con Carne, a single drop of sauce sliding down the pot ... click on image for more

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A Mexican Classic: Picadillo

April 12, 2018April 12, 2018by Irene5 Comments on A Mexican Classic: Picadillo
A Mexican Classic: Picadillo

If we follow Picadillo recipes around Mexico, in addition to ground beef, most ingredient lists include onions, garlic and tomatoes; around Mexico City, potatoes and zucchini are the staple ... click on image for more

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Southwestern Ontario, Canada
Hardiness zone: 6B
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My Places in Mexico

Mexico City – Market
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My Mexican Heirlooms

Molcajete with Tejolote 1960s
Bowl with Still Life 2000s
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