We may not eat quite as much corn as our friends to the south, for whom it’s a major food staple, but the golden grain still holds a precious place on our plates—every year, we eagerly await corn-on-the-cob season with bated (and buttered) breath. After charring our cobs for a quick 10 minutes on the BBQ, we smeared them in a delectable mix of sour cream, mayo, garlic, chili and cilantro. We dare you to eat just one.
Рубрика: Mexican-Inspired Cuisine
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Chiles en Nogada (Stuffed Peppers with Walnut Sauce)
Warning: This salty-sweet recipe is dangerously addictive. Symbolizing the country’s independence from Spain in 1821, this dish stands out with the colours of the Mexican flag: a bright green pepper stuffed with a mix of ground pork, spices and fruits (including banana!), drizzled with a rich sour cream and walnut sauce and topped with juicy red pomegranate seeds. It remains a special-occasion staple to this day, especially in the fall, when walnuts are picked fresh; and though it may be a little elaborate to prepare, one bite of this staff favourite will convince you it was time well spent.
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Aguacate con Camarones y Tortillas Fritas (Grilled Avocado with Shrimp and Crispy Tortilla Strips)
On the Mexican coast, shrimp and avocado go hand-in-hand. We celebrate this holy union in an ultra-simple recipe that’s guaranteed to stop your guests in their tracks. Grilling the avocado reveals a whole new side to this gorgeous fruit’s personality, starting with a slightly caramelized flavour with nutty inflections. Mix its mellow loveliness with some snappy shrimp, plus the incredible crunch of tortillas that are julienned and toasted until golden, and you’ve got a textural fiesta in every bite.
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Tostadas de Pescado (Fish Tostadas)
Talk about the real deal: This delicious fish dish boasts a bunch of Mexican staples, starting with the crispy corn tortillas that serve as a base for this mountain of fresh toppings. The cilantro-lime-pepper trifecta is a classic, as is the crema, or sour cream. And while there are a million salsa recipes out there (including a number on our website), we serve this delectable haddock with a kicker of a salsa verde—as bright and as green as the tomatillos it’s made with.
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Michelada
The Michelada is a Mexican fiesta that combines beer, tomato or Clamato juice, citrus and spice—there are lots of versions, but one thing’s for sure: It’s a hangover cure.
