Kumquats are sprouting up everywhere and if you’re wondering what you can do with these bite-sized citrus fruits, look no further. I make my Kumquat Jam with just four ingredients and it’s the most delicious gourmet jam you’ll taste. Its bittersweet flavor works well in both sweet and savory dishes. Kumquats are one of those... The post Kumquat Jam with Vanilla (4 Ingredients, No Pectin) appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Learn how to clean nopales like a pro with my step-by-step guide accompanied by helpful photos. All you need is a good knife to perfect the technique of removing the thorns and edges from cactus paddles so that you can begin to incorporate this delicious and nutritious ingredient into more meals. They’re perfect to make... The post Nopales: History + How to Clean and Eat Cactus appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Tlacolula, Oaxaca, is home to one of my absolute favorite markets in all of Mexico. The vibrant market comes to life every Sunday and is renowned for its size, shopping, and amazing food. Vendors from all walks of life come to sell while locals and visitors from all over the world come to shop, eat,... The post Oaxaca Markets: Tlacolula, A Feast for the Senses appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Agua de tuna is an agua fresca made by blending red prickly pear cactus fruit, water, and sugar. You can make it with red or green tunas, but the hot pink color can only be achieved with the red ones! Ever since I was a little girl, I have loved prickly pears. In Mexico, they’re... The post Hot Pink Agua de Tuna (Prickly Pear Agua Fresca) appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

A naranjada is a carbonated agua fresca made with freshly squeezed orange juice, sugar, and mineral or sparkling water. While a handful of aguas frescas have made their way to drink menus this side of the border, I’ve only tasted a naranjada in Mexico. It’s bright, refreshing, and extremely easy to make at home as long as you have fresh... The post Naranjada (Sparkling Orange Agua Fresca) appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Huevos Divorciados, or “divorced eggs,” is a classic Mexican breakfast dish that features two sunny-side-up eggs, separated by two different salsas – one verde, the other roja – symbolizing the complexities of love on a plate. WHAT ARE HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS Huevos divorciados, which translates to divorced eggs, is a Mexican breakfast classic that features two eggs, each topped... The post Huevos Divorciados Recipe: Dos Salsas, Un Platillo appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Huevos Divorciados, or “divorced eggs,” is a classic Mexican breakfast dish that features two sunny-side-up eggs, separated by two different salsas – one verde, the other roja – symbolizing the complexities of love on a plate. WHAT ARE HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS Huevos divorciados, which translates to divorced eggs, is a Mexican breakfast classic that features two eggs, each topped... The post Huevos Divorciados Recipe: Dos Salsas, Un Platillo appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

There is nothing bland when it comes to Mexican food, and that proves to be true even with a dish as simple as rice. Arroz a la Primavera happens to be one of my favorites because it is flavorful, simple to prepare, and it pairs well with seafood, chicken, and meat dishes. WHAT IS ARROZ... The post Arroz a la Primavera (Mexican White Rice) appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Frijoles de la olla, or Mexican beans that are cooked slowly in a large clay pot, are just the beginning of so many wonderful dishes. Traditionally, they are cooked with water, onions, garlic, and other seasonings until tender and flavorful. I’ve simplified the recipe so that you can easily make foolproof frijoles in the crockpot.... The post Frijoles de la Olla (Easy Slow Cooker Recipe) appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more

Strawberry Agua Fresca, also known as agua de fresa, is a refreshing Mexican drink made with strawberries, water, and a hint sugar. It’s naturally sweet, hydrating, and packed with vitamins and antioxidants from the strawberries. I grew up loving strawberries, so this is one of my all-time favorite aguas frescas! Growing up, we used to... The post Agua de Fresa (Strawberry Agua Fresa), Packed with Vitamin C! appeared first on Lola's Cocina ..read more