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30
Jul, 2021
Mexican Tacos al Pastor

Mexican Tacos Al Pastor

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Mexican Tacos al Pastor

Mexican Tacos Al Pastor

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Tacos al Pastor is a popular Mexican street food. Mexican liked Shawarma made by Lebanese immigrants so much that they created their local take of it. For both dishes, thin marinated meat slices are stapled on a vertical rotisserie, slowly roasted, thinly cut, then served in local bread. The 'shepherd style' tacos are marinated in a traditional chili-adobo-paste and topped with pineapple. Ready for Taco Tuesday?
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Marinade

  • 1.25 lb thin pork [1] chops or tenderloin cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/8 cup vinegar (white wine or apple cider)
  • oil
  • 1/2 onion quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp sugar

Frying

  • 4 slices pineapple [2] (canned or fresh)

Culinary Spice Kit

  • Annatto, ancho chili, pasilla chili, cumin, allspice, oregano, cloves

Suggested Sides & Toppings

  • 12 tortillas [3] or taco shells
  • 2 avocados sliced
  • 1 cup cilantro or parsley chopped
  • 2-4 limes or lemons cut into wedges
  • guacamole see notes
  • salsa verde see notes
  • pineapple sauce see notes

Instructions
 

Marinade

  • Rub meat with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Onion paste: In a BLENDER, blend vinegar & 1 tbsp oil (marinade basics) with onion and garlic into a smooth paste.
  • In a CONTAINER, mix onion paste and tomato paste with Tacos al Pastor spices, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  • Rub the onion-tomato-spice paste into the meat until evenly coated.
  • Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.

Fry

  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Fry the pineapple slices until browned.
  • Take them out. Set aside to cool.
  • Cut meat and pineapple into thin strips of about 1/4-inches.
  • In the same PAN, add 1 tbsp oil, heat up to high heat.
  • Fry meat 1 to 2 minutes until just done.

Serve

  • Serve meat, pineapple, tortillas, and your preferred toppings on separate plates.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

[1] Substitute pork with chicken breast cut lengthwise.
[2] Substitute pineapple with mango or passion fruit.
[3] Substitute tortillas with any bread of your liking.
â–ª Without a BLENDER or FOOD PROCESSOR, grate the garlic and onion.
* Find a guacamole recipe with jalapeno powder and more sauce recipes here.

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30
Jun, 2021
South African Sosaties

South African Sosaties

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South African Sosaties

South African Sosaties

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Sosaties are marinated skewers from the Cape Malay which became a staple in South African homes. Their flavor is fragrant and a little spicy. Optionally, add fresh chilies. Tiny bird's eye chilies are popular in African and Asian cooking. Their spiciness is relatively lower compared to Habanero chilies.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine South African
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb lamb loin, chicken breast, or sirloin beef cut into 3/4 inch pieces
  • 1.5 cups dried apricots 5 of them cut into thin slices
  • 2 green or red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1-2 fresh chilies chopped (optional)
  • 12 skewers*)
  • 1 large onion halved, one half chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 0.5 cup dark vinegar
  • oil
  • salt

Sosaties Culinary Spice Kit

  • Orange peel, bay leaf, ginger, turmeric, coriander, onion, chili, cumin, garlic, curry leaf, fenugreek, cilantro, yellow mustard, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper

Suggested Side

  • Cooked or steamed rice

Instructions
 

  • In a BOWL, add the meat and season all sides with salt to taste. Cover.
  • In a SMALL POT, heat 2 tbsp oil. Fry the chopped onions until soft. Add garlic, apricot slices, Sosaties spices, vinegar, 1/4 cup of water, and chilies (optional) to taste. Mix well. Cover. Bring to a boil. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes. Let it cool, then pour over the meat. Mix well. Let the meat marinate in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat OVEN to 425°F.
  • Thread meat, apricots, bell pepper, and onions alternating onto skewers. Place skewers on a BAKING SHEET lined with aluminum foil. Roast in the OVEN to the desired doneness, turning skewers midway.
  • Dipping sauce: In a SMALL POT, mix the remaining marinade with 1/4 - 1 cup water, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Serve skewers with rice and dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

*) If using wooden skewers, soak them first for 30 minutes in water.
  • Substitute meat with tofu or butternut squash.
  • Substitute dried apricots with dried prunes or figs.

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South African Sosaties

South African Sosaties

Sosaties are marinated skewers from the Cape Malay which became a staple in South African homes. Their flavor is fragrant and a little spicy. Optionally, add fresh chilies. Tiny bird’s eye chilies are popular in African and Asian cooking. Their spiciness is relatively lower compared to Habanero chilies.

  • 1.5 lb lamb loin, chicken breast, or sirloin beef (cut into 3/4 inch pieces)
  • 1.5 cups dried apricots (5 of them cut into thin slices)
  • 2 green or red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1-2 fresh chilies (chopped (optional))
  • 12 skewers*)
  • 1 large onion (halved, one half chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 0.5 cup dark vinegar
  • oil
  • salt

Sosaties Culinary Spice Kit

  • Orange peel, bay leaf, ginger, turmeric, coriander, onion, chili, cumin, garlic, curry leaf, fenugreek, cilantro, yellow mustard, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper

Suggested Side

  • Cooked or steamed rice
  1. In a BOWL, add the meat and season all sides with salt to taste. Cover.
  2. In a SMALL POT, heat 2 tbsp oil. Fry the chopped onions until soft. Add garlic, apricot slices, Sosaties spices, vinegar, 1/4 cup of water, and chilies (optional) to taste. Mix well. Cover. Bring to a boil. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes. Let it cool, then pour over the meat. Mix well. Let the meat marinate in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours.
  3. Preheat OVEN to 425°F.
  4. Thread meat, apricots, bell pepper, and onions alternating onto skewers. Place skewers on a BAKING SHEET lined with aluminum foil. Roast in the OVEN to the desired doneness, turning skewers midway.
  5. Dipping sauce: In a SMALL POT, mix the remaining marinade with 1/4 – 1 cup water, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve skewers with rice and dipping sauce. Enjoy!

*) If using wooden skewers, soak them first for 30 minutes in water.

  • Substitute meat with tofu or butternut squash.
  • Substitute dried apricots with dried prunes or figs.
Main Course
South African
curry leaves, fenugreek, orange peel
30
Jun, 2021
Chimichurri Chicken by SimplyStacieBlog

Uruguayan Chimichurri Rojo

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Chimichurri Chicken by SimplyStacieBlog

Uruguayan Chimichurri Rojo

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Chimichurri Rojo is the red version of this savory sauce with plenty of parsley. It's very popular as a BBQ condiment in Uruguay and Argentina, the neighbors of the Rio de la Plata. Everyone mixes its own version. So, feel free to use more or fewer tomatoes, garlic, and chili flakes. Make this recipe for marinated fish or chicken, or serve the sauce with any grilled meat or vegetables.
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Hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Uruguayan
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs fish filet e. g. salmon
  • 2 cups parsley finely chopped, packed
  • 1-2 large tomatoes finely chopped
  • fresh bread e. g. ciabatta
  • garlic grated (to taste)
  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper

Chimichurri Culinary Spice Kit

  • [1] Paprika, black pepper, garlic, oregano, lime peel
  • [2] Red chili flakes

Optional

  • a fresh salad of your choice

Instructions
 

Chimichurri sauce

  • Mix parsley, tomatoes, garlic, vinegar, and 1 tbsp oil.
  • Season with Chimichurri Spices ([1] all + [2] to taste) and salt to taste.

Fish

  • Place the fish in a BAKING DISH and season it with salt & pepper.
  • Spread about half of the Chimichurri sauce over it. Cover.
  • Keep it in the fridge for 2 hours to overnight.
  • Keep the rest of the sauce in the fridge.

Preheat the OVEN to 350°F.

  • Cover the fish with aluminum foil and bake it until it is cooked through. Check frequently.

Serve

  • Serve the fish with fresh bread, the remaining sauce, and optionally a fresh salad of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Substitute the fish with chicken breast. Substitute parsley with cilantro.

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Uruguayan Chimichurri Rojo

Uruguayan Chimichurri Rojo

Chimichurri Rojo is the red version of this savory sauce with plenty of parsley. It’s very popular as a BBQ condiment in Uruguay and Argentina, the neighbors of the Rio de la Plata. Everyone mixes its own version. So, feel free to use more or fewer tomatoes, garlic, and chili flakes. Make this recipe for marinated fish or chicken, or serve the sauce with any grilled meat or vegetables.

  • 1.5 lbs fish filet (e. g. salmon)
  • 2 cups parsley (finely chopped, packed)
  • 1-2 large tomatoes (finely chopped)
  • fresh bread (e. g. ciabatta)
  • garlic (grated (to taste))
  • 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
  • olive oil
  • salt & pepper

Chimichurri Culinary Spice Kit

  • [1] Paprika, black pepper, garlic, oregano, lime peel
  • [2] Red chili flakes

Optional

  • a fresh salad of your choice

Chimichurri sauce

  1. Mix parsley, tomatoes, garlic, vinegar, and 1 tbsp oil.

  2. Season with Chimichurri Spices ([1] all + [2] to taste) and salt to taste.

Fish

  1. Place the fish in a BAKING DISH and season it with salt & pepper.

  2. Spread about half of the Chimichurri sauce over it. Cover.

  3. Keep it in the fridge for 2 hours to overnight.

  4. Keep the rest of the sauce in the fridge.

Preheat the OVEN to 350°F.

  1. Cover the fish with aluminum foil and bake it until it is cooked through. Check frequently.

Serve

  1. Serve the fish with fresh bread, the remaining sauce, and optionally a fresh salad of your choice.
  2. Enjoy!

Substitute the fish with chicken breast. Substitute parsley with cilantro.

Main Course
Uruguayan
30
Jun, 2021
Chilaquiles

Mexican Chilaquiles

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Chilaquiles

Mexican Chilaquiles

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Chilaquiles is a beloved Mexican dish with roots tracing back to the Aztecs. Popular in various forms across Mexico, this flavorful meal features crispy, deep-fried tortilla chips smothered in a delicious tomato sauce. With your spice kit, you'll enjoy the subtle heat of fruity, mild ancho peppers for an extra layer of flavor. Indulge in this rich, crunchy delight!
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast shredded*
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels optional
  • 12 tortillas cut into strips or triangles
  • 2 cups tomato puree not seasoned
  • 1/2 cup broth vegetable or chicken
  • oil
  • salt & pepper

Suggested Toppings

  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 1 cup shredded cheese or Mexican queso fresco
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 4 lettuce leaves thinly sliced

Chilaquiles Culinary Spice Kit

  • Ancho chili, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, cloves

Instructions
 

Chilaquiles Sauce

  • In a POT, add 2 tbsp oil, tomato puree, broth, Chilaquiles spices, and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Cover. Bring to a boil. Turn heat to low.
  • Cook over low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add chicken and optionally corn.
  • Cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Turn off and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Tortilla Chips

  • In a PAN, fry tortillas in plenty of oil over medium-low heat until they turn slightly brown.
  • Pay close attention. They can burn easily.
  • Transfer each batch of tortilla chips to a PLATE lined with a paper towel.

Finish

  • In a large PAN, reheat the sauce over medium heat.
  • Carefully, stir in the tortilla chips. Cook for about 3 minutes.

Serve

  • Serve chilaquiles with your preferred toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

* Cook the chicken the day before in salted water for about 20 minutes. Shred it with two forks.
  • Substitute chicken with beef or pinto beans.
  • Omit chicken and place sunny-side-up eggs on top.

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7
Jun, 2021
American Espresso BBQ

American Espresso BBQ

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American Espresso BBQ

American Espresso BBQ

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Coffee blends are widely popular. The trend for the dark beans didn't stop at the coffee shop. Creamy espresso beans mixed with mild ancho chilies add unexpected flavor dimensions to grilled meat. Or give it a try on grilled vegetables. Our blend is made with high-quality Italian espresso for an aromatic flavor without bitterness.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 lb ribeye or sirloin beef steak, about 1 inch thick

Vegetables

  • 1 lb frozen (sweet) potato fries
  • 1 lb vegetable mix, roughly cut onions, zucchini, cherry tomatoes

Seasoning

  • 1-2 tbsp (balsamic) vinegar
  • oil
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 tsp (brown) sugar optional

Culinary Spice Kit

  • 1 pouch Espresso BBQ spices ancho chili pepper, onions, espresso beans, black mustard, cinnamon, cumin, chipotle pepper 

Instructions
 

Steaks

  • Preheat OVEN to 400°F.
  • On a PLATE, let steaks rest 30 minutes at room temperature. Dry them with a paper towel. Brush each side with oil. Season with (smoked) salt to taste. Optionally, mix the Espresso spices with sugar. Rub the spices into both sides.
  • Heat a PAN over high heat. Fry the steaks one minute on each side.
  • Transfer the steaks to a RACK on a BAKING SHEET. Cook them in the oven to your desired doneness, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer the steaks to a PLATE, cover with aluminum foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.

Vegetables

  • Prepare fries per package instructions.
  • For the fresh vegetables, in a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  • Fry onions until translucent, zucchini until soft, and tomatoes until the peel starts to separate.
  • In a BOWL, mix vegetables with vinegar and (smoked) salt to taste.

Serve

  • Serve steak with fries and vegetables.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  • Substitute steak with your preferred chicken pieces.
  • Substitute meat with 1 lb evenly cut grill vegetables. Season with 2 tbsp oil, and salt and 1 tbsp Espresso spices. Grill or roast 15 to 30 minutes in the OVEN at 400°F.
  • Optionally, cut meat in strips before seasoning.  Stir-fry quickly to your desired doneness.
*A cast-iron or steel skillet is recommended.

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2
Jun, 2021
Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

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When visiting Jamaica or the Caribbean Islands, you'll most likely be invited by a lovely aroma coming from these little traditional houses called Jerk huts. In a casual outdoor dining setting, you can experience jerk chicken grilled the traditional way over green pimento wood. Enjoy the authentic taste of Jamaican pimento at home with our jerk chicken spice blend.
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hands-on time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken legs or thighs with skin
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 shallots roughly cut
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1-2 tbsp brown sugar to taste
  • 1 lime or lemon quartered
  • oil
  • salt

Jerk Culinary Spice Kit

  • Pouch [1] Allspice (Jamaican pimento), thyme, black peppercorn, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg
  • Pouch [2] Habanero chili very hot!

Suggested Sides

  • Cooked rice or baked potatoes.
  • Slices of fresh mango or papaya.
  • Caribbean rice & beans (recipe link in the notes)
  • Caribbean coleslaw (recipe link in the notes)

Instructions
 

Marinate

  • In a BLENDER, add garlic, shallots, tamari, vinegar, sugar, 2 tbsp oil, Jerk [1] spices, and a pinch of salt.
  • Add Jerk [2] spices to taste.
  • Blend into a smooth paste.
  • In a CONTAINER, add the chicken pieces and mix them well with the marinade.
  • Let them marinate in the fridge for 24 hours. Turn the chicken pieces occasionally.

Bake

  • Preheat OVEN to 400°F. Place chicken pieces on a greased BAKING SHEET.
  • Bake in the center of the OVEN, turning occasionally, for 20-30 minutes until all chicken pieces are cooked through.
  • When they are browned enough on the outside, turn the heat down to 350°F.

Serve

  • Sprinkle the jerk chicken pieces with lime juice to taste and serve them with your preferred sides. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Grill the marinated chicken at your next BBQ.
  • For a darker skin, brown the chicken pieces over high heat on a greased GRIDDLE or PAN before you bake them in the OVEN until cooked through.
  • Caribbean rice and beans recipe
  • In the Caribbean, rice and beans are often called rice and peas because, originally, the dish is made with pigeon peas. Today, kidney beans are most commonly used.Caribbean Coleslaw

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