Beef
Stuffed Meatballs (Albondigas En Salsa De Chipotle)
Stuffed Meatballs (Albondigas en Salsa de Chipotle) 2 large eggs1 tsp salt1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumbs1 1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb ground pork1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro9 (3/4-inch) cubes queso fresco9 whole pimento-stuffed green olives2 Tbsp lard or vegetable oil1 cup finely chopped white onion2 cloves garlic, minced1 (1 lb) can whole peeled […]
Ground Beef Picadillo (Ground Beef Filling)
Ground Beef Picadillo (Ground Beef Filling) This is ideal for filling tacos, flautas & taquitos 2 Tbsp olive oil1 lb lean ground beef2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 1/2 medium onions, chopped3 cloves garlic3 slices bread, chopped1/4 tsp ground cumin1/2 tsp Mexican oregano1/2 tsp salt, or to taste1/2 tsp ground pepper Heat a skillet over medium heat, […]
Carne Asada (Broiled Meat)
Carne Asada (Broiled Meat) 2 lb whole tenderloin, with all fat removed*4 to 5 cloves garlic, peeled1 tsp whole black peppercorns1/2 tsp cumin1/4 cup olive oil2 Tbsp fresh lime juiceSalt, to taste Slice tenderloin lengthwise, with the grain, into 1/8-inch thick slices Place garlic, pepper, cumin, olive oil & lime juice in a molcajete & […]