Recipes tagged with « Mexican-American »
Hearty Chicken Chili Soup
Bold take on chicken taco soup with softened onions, garlic, and fresh serrano peppers for fire. Chicken poached under depth of hominy and smoky chipotle-infused broth. Shredded tender meat reintroduced for luscious texture contrast. Garnished with crushed baked tortilla chips, sharp cotija cheese, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro. Balanced heat with creamy hints from corn and beans. Salt well, taste often. Sturdier alternative to canned black beans—use fire-roasted. Wok or heavy pot recommended to trap steam and concentrate flavors.
Crunchy Chile Relleno Monte Cristo
A handheld sandwich combining melty cheeses, roasted green chiles, and a golden, crisp exterior. Bread buttered outside, layered with sharp cheddar and pepper jack hiding a hearty chile filling. Twice cooked—first seared, then battered and fried—until crunchy, all wrapped in a custard-like egg coating. Vegetable oil provides the crisp crust. Mastering the flips and timing is key to avoid soggy bread or raw centers. Alter cheese types or chiles to change heat or creaminess. Quick prep, about 10 minutes total. Serves two hungry eaters.
Rustic Mexican Beef Pie
Ground beef baked in a flaky homemade crust infused with spice and a blend of smoky, tangy flavors. Uses a yogurt-based dough for tenderness balanced with cold butter pieces to reach flaky texture. Savory base with celery, onion, jalapeño softened slowly, then browned meat layered with chili spices, beef broth, and fresh tomatoes reduced down for a thick filling. Final touch of melting Monterey Jack cheese; option for smoky chipotle sauce instead of chili for deeper heat. Partially blind-baked crust avoids sogginess. Can freeze filling after cooking for quick future meals.
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Chopped chorizo sausage browned with scallions and diced serrano pepper. Eggs beaten with cream replace milk. Tortillas buttered with olive oil then crisped. Cheddar swapped for Monterey Jack cheese melted on warm tortillas. Garnished with fresh avocado cubes and cilantro. Rolled tightly with tomato salsa and sour cream for serving. Savory, spicy, quick prep with slight roasting for depth. Cooking times adjusted slightly to balance flavors and textures. Serves four hungry eaters.