Celebrate grilling season in style with my yummy fusion-style recipe for Beer Brats with Onions & Peppers! My grilled bratwurst are simmered in beer before hitting the grates, then are tucked into crunchy bolillo rolls and topped with a fajita-esque assortment of spicy roasted Hatch green chile strips and sweet sautéed bell peppers and onions. YUM! This dish honors America’s melting pot and my own mixed heritage. This recipe for beer-soaked brats was first featured in the Fiestas cookbook, but it seemed so perfect for grilling season that I couldn’t wait to share it here.  Bratwurst ..read more

Put a Latin spin on a classic American standby with my easy Mexican Hot Dog recipe! Bacon-wrapped hot dogs are grilled to crispy, juicy perfection then topped with your choice of vibrant toppings.  Some of my favorites are fresh pico de gallo, pickled red onions, and guacamole. Another popular topping combo is sautéed peppers, onions, and roasted jalapenos, similar to a fajita topping. And don’t forget classic condiments including a drizzle of mayo, mustard, and ketchup, or crema.  (more…) The post Bacon-Wrapped Mexican Hot Dog Recipe appeared first on Muy Bueno ..read more

This warm and cozy Cinnamon Tea recipe was a favorite holistic remedy for both of my grandmas. Learn how to make Té de Canela the authentic Mexican way and reap all the delicious benefits! I was very fortunate to grow up with two wonderful and caring grandmothers. My maternal grandmother, Jesusita, passed away when she was 98 years old, and my paternal grandmother, Anita, passed away at the age of 92. Just the other day, I was thinking about the incredible lives they lived, and all they experienced. Although they only met each other a couple of times they had a lot in common, and I have a fee ..read more

These Green Chile & Cheese Tamales feature tender corn masa, roasted Anaheim pepper rajas, and creamy Oaxaca cheese for a deliciously balanced bite. This vegetarian tamales recipe makes just 18, perfect for when you have a craving but don’t have the stamina to make a giant Christmas-sized batch. Why you’ll love these vegetarian tamales  These yummy, authentic cheese tamales are loaded with spicy rajas (a.k.a. roasted pepper strips) for just the right amount of heat. One bite will transport you to Central Mexico without ever leaving your kitchen! You can make them solo! It’s a small-b ..read more

If you’re a fan of cooking Mexican food at home, chances are you’ve seen recipes that call for Mexican oregano. But, what is Mexican oregano, and how is it different from the oregano you have in your spice cabinet? Get ready to learn all about how this delightful herb can transform your cooking! Mexican Oregano vs Oregano: A Tale of Two Herbs When we talk about “oregano,” most Americans think of the classic herb that’s popular in Italian and Mediterranean cooking. So, when someone hears “Mexican oregano” it’s natural to think the two are interchangeable. As it turns out, while these two herbs ..read more

Rich pork rinds and flavorful salsa team up for a deliciously simple weeknight dinner in this recipe for Tacos de Chicharrón. Pork rinds combined with your favorite salsa create a delightful dish that can be whipped together in just 10 minutes, potentially becoming your new favorite taco filling. When I was a little girl, my mom worked at a garment factory, and on her lunch hour sold burritos to help make ends meet. Burritos de chicharrón made with homemade flour tortillas were one of the easiest and most flavorful burritos she made. This is nearly the same chicharrón recipe she made for the ..read more

A palote is simple rustic old wooden rolling pin (similar to this rolling pin). When my grandma passed away in 2004, my mom asked me if I wanted something that reminded me of her. I remember thinking, “All I want is one of the two rolling pins she used to make her legendary flour tortillas.” I called my mom a few weeks after her passing and asked if anyone had asked for them. It turned out my sister had asked for one of her rolling pins too and my uncle Carlos had the other one. However, he was more than happy to give it to me. I keep it on display in my kitchen as a source of inspiration for ..read more

Anaheim Peppers are one of my favorite Mexican chiles. For those of you who are unfamiliar with their sweet, earthy charms, you’re in luck. Today we’re doing a deep dive, covering what they are, what they taste like, and how to store them. I’ve also assembled a roundup of my favorite recipes for Anaheim chili peppers so you can put them to good use! What are Anaheim peppers? Originating from the sunny southwestern state of New Mexico, these beauties made a name for themselves in Anaheim, California. As such, Anaheim chile peppers are also known as “California chiles” or “New Mexico chiles” dep ..read more

Embark on a virtual trip to Mexico with these ridiculously easy Sheet Pan Fish Fajitas! Featuring lemony herb butter cod filets, tender roasted bell peppers, and caramelized onions all nestled into warm flour tortillas, this one-pan wonder is the easy, breezy, Lent-friendly recipe you need in your life. (more…) The post Easy Sheet-Pan Fish Fajitas appeared first on Muy Bueno ..read more

Bright, bittersweet, and lightly effervescent, the Aperol Spritz is a classic cocktail that’s as pretty to look at as it is fun to drink. My Latina-fied version swaps in Spanish Cava for Prosecco and boasts the deliciously big bubbles of Topo Chico to make what I think is the best Aperol spritzer around.  (more…) The post Easy Aperol Spritz appeared first on Muy Bueno ..read more