Uchepos are a traditional regional dish of Michoacan, Mexico where my family is from. It is a dish similar to tamales but it packs a lot more flavor because it is made with fresh corn. I recently had a craving for this Mexican sweet corn tamal so I called up my mom and asked her to teach me the ways on how to make these uchepos. We took a stroll down memory lane as we made these delicious fresh sweet corn tamales and I can’t wait for you all to try them!
Read MoreWho says the perfect holiday drink has to be eggnog? Not me! Though cafe de olla or Mexican spiced coffee is served year round, I like to enjoy it during the winter when it’s chilly outside and you need someone to warm your soul. This slightly sweetened coffee drink is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner! And best of all I also made an instant version for those days that you are in a hurry.
Read MorePerhaps the easiest authentic Mexican flan recipe you’re going to find on the internet! This recipe is so easy you could probably do it blindfolded. With just 3 simple ingredients you’ll be able to make a flan that will satisfy your sweet tooth and let you get back to things that matter the most, like figuring out how many cats you can adopt before it is considered illegal.
Read MoreAnother one of my favorite Mexican salsas. This one is all about some heat paired with the freshness of cilantro making a party in your mouth! It goes great with carne asada, tacos de chorizo or even with some chips.
Read MoreThe Super Bowl may be over but that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a big bowl of guacamole. This authentic guacamole recipe comes straight out of my childhood in Mexico, it is so tasty you will just want to eat the bowl by the spoonful.
Read MoreThe only fish I’m serving are my fishy looks but that doesn’t mean I can’t come up with creative ways to serve “fish.” I took textured vegetable protein and turned it into this amazing vegan ceviche or as I call it “Soyviche.” It’s super easy to make and will wow just about any meat eater!
Read MoreI feel like I’ve been posting only soup recipes. I’m pretty much the new found soup queen of Raleigh! In the spirit of Christmas I made a vegan pozole verde. it’s deliciously easy to make and so full of complex flavors. The best part is that you only need a blender and one pot to make! You’ll have one a taste and wonder where this recipe has been your whole life.
Read MoreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well not really because holiday shoppers are the worst and having come the retail world I know the struggle. But on the bright side holiday food is pretty much the best thing ever. When I think about the holidays with my familia I remember having all kinds of good stuff like these delicious tamales that I’ve adapted to make into a vegetarian delicacy.
Read MoreThere’s something about this time of year that reminds me of all those foods that I had growing up. My family is from Michoacán, Mexico. Like any other country there are various regional dishes that probably don’t exists elsewhere and this dish is one that I haven’t found anywhere else. It’s a savory corn soup thickened with masa harina with a hint of sweetness from fresh fennel and star anise. Try a bite and you’ll be transported to my childhood!
Read MoreI love a good soup that packs a punch. This spicy black bean soup recipe has a kick and packs some bold flavor, it’s almost as good as a big strong man who chokes you a little bit. Uhhhnnn!
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