Mexican
Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja “Ropa vieja” means “old clothes,” for the consistency of the shredded beef Serves 4 to 6 1 (2 1/2 lb) flank steak 1 carrot1 onion1 celery stalk 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, seeded & chopped 2 green chiles (at your preferred heat […]
Sparkling Limeade (Limonada)
Sparkling Limeade (Limonada) 1/2 cup granulated sugar or more, to taste1 1/2 cups freshly-squeezed lime juice1 quart sparkling water Beginning with the 1/2 cup sugar, add to the lime juice & stir until the sugar is dissolved Add the sparkling water, stir & taste for sweetness; add more sugar if needed Pour over ice to […]
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 […]