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MEXICAN FOOD!

Mexican food has been always considered to be very spicy. Well, that is partially true. Mexican food history shows that Mexico has given chocolate to the world, as well as several other specialties, including peanuts, vanilla, beans, coconuts and tomatoes. The traditional Mexican cooking makes use of these native elements to produce tasteful meals. With the arrival of specialties like pork, lamb, beef, wine, vinegar and cheese from Spain (brought by the conquerors), the Mexican cuisine evolved, by integrating these European elements into their own traditional meals.

   

Corn, an important ingredient in Mexican food

Mexican food continued evolving as new products and techniques were introduced into Mexico from different places. We can find recipes and ingredients originally from South America, the Caribbean and even Africa.

Another typical ingredient is the chili, which has a strong, hot flavor. It is used to condiment several meals, and is the main component of the Tabasco Hot Sauce. “Chili con Carne”, or Chili and Meat, is a typical preparation involving Chili. It’s a sort of stew, with small pieces of meat and some vegetables all mixed together with hot Chili sauce.

Perhaps the most famous products of the Mexican cuisine are the desserts. Mexican desserts combine hot elements and sweet elements to produce unique sensations on the mouth, because of both flavor and texture, and the combination of smells is also one of a kind.

RECIPES!

Salsa Mexicana (Mexican sauce)

Recipe Ingredients: 2 tomatoes 1/2 onion 1 clove of garlic serrano chiles as desired salt

Recipe Instructions: Toast the tomatoes and peel them. Put the chilis, garlic and the tomatoes in a molcajete and grind everything up. (A molcajete is a rough-surfaced mortar - usually made of volcanic rock - for grinding up spices and vegetables.) Add salt and diced onion.

Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

Recipe Ingredients: 12 cups Water, divided 3 Cinnamon Sticks 1 1/2 cups Masa harina flour (mexican corn flour) 1 1/2 cups Packed sugar or 2 large Piloncillo chunks (mexican brown sugar) 1 oz. (half of 2-oz.bar) Nestle unsweetened chocolate baking bar 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract

Recipe Instructions: Combine 8 cups water and cinnamon in large saucepan bring to a boil. Place remaining water and flour in blender container cover. Blend until smooth. Pour mixture through fine mesh sieve into cinnamon water mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly with wire whisk, for 6 to 7 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Stir in sugar, chocolate and vanilla extract. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes or until chocolate is melted and flavors are blended very well. (You can use milk instead of water if you want) Serve your Mexican Champurrado with churros! Recipe Photos ADVERTISE WITH US ADVERTISEMENT Posted:           Photographer: ProfileProfile | RecipesRecipes | Photos Cooking Level: Intermediate Home Town: CityCity, StateState, Country Country Living In: CityCity, StateState, Country Country | View All » left 1 of 15 right       Churros 1 cup water 2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 quarts oil for frying 1/2 cup white sugar, or to taste 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Stir in flour until mixture forms a ball. Heat oil for frying in deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Pipe strips of dough into hot oil using a pastry bag. Fry until golden; drain on paper towels. Combine 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon. Roll drained churros in cinnamon and sugar mixture.

Desserts in Mexico  

Mexican Popsicles

Nothing says spring like a beautiful day and an icy-cold frozen treat in your hand. From strawberry to mango, these sweet treats are perfect on a warm spring day, or anytime you want a cool and refreshing snack. Check out this selection of delicious popsicles recipes and make sure you have the ingredients on hand to make up a batch whenever the mood strikes.

  

Mexican Fried Bananas - Platanos Macho 

You might have had deep fried bananas in batter before but Mexican fried bananas are extra delicious, thanks to the addition of cream, orange, butter and a dash of flavorful Grand Marnier. Mexican fried bananas, known as platanos machos in Mexico, have a soft, caramelized centre and hot, crispy outsides, making them one of our tastiest Mexican dessert recipes.

Making authentic Mexican desserts is quite easy and this delicious Mexican dessert takes just minutes to put together. Mexican fried bananas are hot, comforting, and go beautifully with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream or simply by themselves. They are just as popular with adults as they are with kids. If you are looking for a last minute Mexican dessert recipe and you have some bananas, why not try this one? The Grand Marnier is optional but does give a nice flavor to the dish.