Easy Guacamole: is this the best guacamole recipe in the world?

Some think so! You can check out what some of my Mexican friends are calling the best guacamole recipe in the world (their words!)

Personally, I like a little cilantro in my guacamole, but I still have to concede that this recipe is pretty delicious.  It's also super easy to make, so that's a plus when you're strapped for time like me!

If you like guacamole, drop me a line in the comment section below and I'll see if I can share another easy guacamole recipe like this one in the future.  I hope you like this one because I sure do, and I'll speak to you again soon with another authentic Mexican recipe from the heart of real Mexico!

Hasta la proxima, amigo!

-Carlos

Tostopos: Mexican Chips Recipe For Making Your Own Fried Tortilla Chips Snack

Tostopos are a very easy Mexican recipe to whip up for a quick snack when you're about to sit down for your fav. TV show.  This Mexican chips recipe is perfect for those who like nachos and chips, but don't like the idea of devouring chemically-laden food and polluting their body with all the presevatives: totopos are just like those, but they're natural and lack the preservatives!

Hope you like enjoy these! They're a cinch to whip up, so try them out!

-Carlos

Authentic Tacos al Pastor recipe

If you travel to Mexico and explore the cuisine, you'll notice just how big Mexican pork recipes are to the Chilangos. Whether they're hanging out a the local cantina and munching down some tacos for lunch, or back at home cooking up some pozole at home on the weekend, pork plays an integral role in authentic Mexican recipes.

One of my favorite recipes from Mexico is this authentic Tacos al Pastor recipe from the street vendors of Mexico city, that I've adapted so you can make them at home without a vertical rotisserie or any of the other fancy equipment they use.  Try it out when you have some time on the weekend and let me know what you think.  I think you'll love this one!

-Carlos

Salsa Taquera Recipe for Tacos

When you live in Mexico, you end up eating a lot of tacos.  Be it the street corner at the vendor, your friend's house, or your neighbor who's showing you some love by making you a plate of food along with the rest of the guests he's serving (happens quite often in Mexican culture!) ,what doesn't change is that these tacos are nearly always served with salsa taquera.

This salsa is perhaps the most common salsa served with tacos in this country, and it is legendary among Mexicans for quickly infusing your dish with a punch of delicious flavor.  I've tried a lot of spicy salsas in this country, but few can compare with the quality of a good salsa taquera recipe. Try it out and see how well your tongue interprets Mexican!

-Carlos Lima

Chilaquiles for a Mexican Breakfast

Having lived in Mexico for over three years now, I've been a fan of chilaquiles for a about as long, now.  

I've been browsing around for a good recipe for them and I finally found one here: http://shaheentv.com/view/44z8n383j/chilaquiles-green-chilaquiles-mexican-breakfast/

I just made these and they turned out delicious!

-Carlos

Tacos al Pastor on the mind...

I've been craving tacos al pastor lately and I think I'm finally going to have to figure out a way of making my own at home...

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It's not exactly going to be easy because the pork is usually cooked on a spit with a HUGE mass of pork meat, but my body is asking for these delicious tacos and I cannot wait any longer...

Tonight, I'm making tacos al pator and I'm going to share the recipe with you tomorrow if it turns out well...  I'll let you know!

-Carlos

Authentic Mexican Salad Recipes: Northern Mexican Salad

It's not often you hear of authentic Mexican salad recipes, and that's because Mexico is known for its meat dishes like tacos de pastor, cane asada, and pescado frito.  Even just writing about authentic Mexican salads makes me feel like I'm wandering through a dream in the twilight zone or something, but I really shouldn't be surprised because the world of authentic Mexican recipes is incredibly varied.  

This Mexican salad comes from northern Mexico and makes for a perfect Sunday afternoon snack or a precursor Mexican appetizer to serve your guests to tide them over until the main course.  It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's a healthy fresh salad from real Mexico:

The full recipe is here:  http://eauthenticmexicanrecipes.com/authentic-mexican-recipes/authentic-mexican-salad-recipes-fresh-northern-mexico-salad

Keep experimenting in that kitchen of yours, and I'll speak to you again soon!

-Carlos Lima