A new development since we returned from Asia is Mike coming grocery shopping with me every week. I definitely don’t mind it, I just had to get used to walking every aisle no matter what was on the list, and random surprises ending up in the cart. Like [...]
I’ve cooked almost every recipe in Mexico One Plate at a Time since I got it in high school, but this and the guacamole are two I make the most. For a long time I was completely intimidated by cooking dried beans, but this recipe helped me get over [...]
I kind of group tamales with cupcakes in my own personal Food Taxonomy. They’re both a little time consuming because each one needs individual attention, but when you’ve turned out a batch or two, your mind fills with possibilities and you know you’ll be making dozens more.
The [...]
Sometimes I like making dinner so much I get to do it twice in one night. Or, more realistically, Mike is a whole lot more excited about chicken than he is about tempeh, so I end up figuring out how to make a recipe two ways. (Although he [...]
If you’re thinking that those don’t really look like black beans, you’re right. I actually have no idea what kind of beans they are, but Mike buys them by the kilo from an adorable old lady who speaks no English and always gives him a few extra scoops for [...]
This is a perfect simple and hearty meal. The combination of rice and beans offers a complete protein, and who doesn’t love chipotle peppers?
(adapted from Veganomicon)
2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 yellow onions, peeled
1 tbsp olive oil
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, plus about 2 tbsp of sauce
salt
2 cups [...]
The first time I visited a Mexican grocery store, some beautiful rolls with an attractive pink topping caught my eye. I ADORE pan dulce, and can’t resist picking up at least a couple any time I go to a Mexican grocery store. It didn’t occur to me until very recently [...]
This is a nice, lighter, vegetarian alternative to the typical (but still delicious!) red sauce, meat, and cheese enchiladas. Don’t skimp on the red onion slices on top – they add a delicious flavor contrast and irresistable crunch.
If you think you’ll really miss the meat, substitute about a cup of [...]
I love chips and salsa, but I don’t feel like one salsa is enough. So here are two recipes: one is red, one is green; one is spicier, one is mild; one is all fresh, one has some roasting. They are both very simple and quick.
[adapted from Mexico One Plate [...]
Zucchini tacos don’t sound terribly satisfying to me, but this recipe is awesome. It doubles easily if you need to feed a crowd, and you can change the proportions and types of vegetables – more zucchini, less tomato, add bell peppers or carrots…there are endless possibilities!
[from "Mexico One Plate at [...]