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Culinary Uses For Agave
The agave is a desert plant with many culinary uses. Learn about the history of the plant and how the agave is used, including recipes.
Canela
Learn about Mexican cinnamon, referred to as canela. Our specialty canela is perfect for beverages, savory dishes and desserts
Chilaquiles (chilequiles)
Chilaquiles. The dish consists of tortilla strips cooked in a sauce with meats or vegetables, or scrambled with eggs. Includes history of the dish.
Mayordomo Oaxacan Mexican Chocolate
Mayordomo Chocolate Company is located in Oaxaca, Mexico. They are famous for the drinking chocolate as well as their own brand of mole sauce. Article includes history, recipes and uses.
Cilantro
Cilantro is the leaves of the Coriander plant and also known as Chinese Parsley. The article discusses history, uses, nutrition and includes recipes
Epazote
The leaves of the Epazote plant are also known as Mexican tea. The article discusses history, uses, nutrition and includes recipes.
Hispanic Herbs And Seasonings
Authentic Mexican cooking uses a diverse combination of fresh herbs and seasonings. Learn about some of these traditional ingredients.
Huitlacoche
Learn about Huitlacoche (cuitlacoche) Mexican Corn Truffle (corn fungus).
Jamaica Flowers (Flores de Jamaica)
Jamaica Flowers used to make a Mexican drink called Agua de Jamaica.
Nopales (Nopalitos)
Nopalitos, the prepared pads of the prickly pear cactus. Learn about this traditional Mexican food, including history, how to buy, prepare, store, cook, and photographs
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