Hidalgo Style Tlacoyos

Hidalgo Style Tlacoyos

This recipe is an example of true fusion between Spanish and native Mexican, ancient cuisines; the native corn dough and tomatillo sauce have been enhanced with the addition of lard, cilantro and garlic, and the filling is mashed green peas, a legume imported from Europe.  Lard is also used to crisp the tlacoyos, a step that is not the norm for tlacoyos in other regions.   ... click on title for more

Tlacoyos – Pre- and Post-Hispanic Street Food

Tlacoyos – Pre- and Post-Hispanic Street Food

The definite upside of the mestizaje process during Spanish colonial times, was the rich new culture and fusion cuisine which have become the heart and true identity of Modern Mexico, as it may be aptly exemplified by a simple platter of tlacoyos, the most iconic pre- and post-Hispanic street food ... click on title for more