To my mind and palate, one of the great cuisines of the world is Mexican. Not the cheese-laden standards topped with canned sauces and accompanied by runny, tasteless refried beans and white rice found at many “Mexican” restaurants outside the country. Rather, the incredible, regional dishes found throughout Mexico which incorporate local ingredients combined to produce […]
Mole Rojo (Red Oaxacan Sauce)
May 4, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Travels around Mexico over the years introduced us to the wonderful world of mole. Moles are typically slightly thick, dried chili-based sauces. The term is also used for different dishes featuring the sauce. Regional varieties abound, as do individual recipes. Almost 2 years ago, I shared a recipe for Mole Poblano (also known as Mole Negro). It is a […]
Pumpkin Seed, Chicken, Pork and Hominy Pozole
July 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Living in Switzerland has made finding authentic Mexican food a bit of a challenge. When cravings hit, I make my own. Two weeks ago, we purchased a home in Northern California surrounded by both large and small Mexican restaurants. We are in Mexican cuisine heaven. That said, I still plan to make an effort to […]
