My Slice of Mexico

My Slice of Mexico

Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada

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Ingredients, Mexican Cuisine

Purslane – Redeeming an Ancient Crop

June 23, 2018June 22, 2020by Irene11 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, 2018June 25, 2020by Irene8 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

main course

A Mexican Classic: Picadillo

April 12, 2018April 12, 2018by Irene1 Comment 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

Mexican Cuisine, Soups

Lentil Soup with Chorizo Sausage

April 5, 2018October 6, 2018by Irene1 Comment on Lentil Soup with Chorizo Sausage
Lentil Soup with Chorizo Sausage

Cold days call for comfort food, such as my mom's lentil soup with chorizo sausage ...click on image for more

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My Region

Southwestern Ontario, Canada
Hardiness zone: 6B
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Recent Posts

  • Meatballs in Chipotle Sauce
  • Tortilla Soup (Vegetarian)
  • Churros (Unfried)
  • The Molinillo, and Other Elements for a Frothy Cup of Hot Chocolate
  • Epiphany Day

My Places in Mexico

Mexico City – Market
Culiacán, Sinaloa – Clay Cookware
Chichen Itza, Yucatán – El Caracol

My Mexican Heirlooms

Molcajete with Tejolote 1960s
Bowl with Still Life 2000s
Japanese Tea Set, from Bazar del Sabado 1990s
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