Coca-Cola carnitas are tender, juicy, and full of incredible flavor. Pork shoulder is seasoned generously, seared until beautifully browned, and then slowly simmered with onion, garlic, Mexican oregano, bay leaves, and Coca-Cola until it becomes fork-tender. The Coca-Cola adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory seasonings while helping create a rich, flavorful cooking liquid. …
Arroz con pollo which translates to “chicken and rice” is one of the most world’s most beloved comfort dishes. It’s found in many countries throughout the world with each cook adding their own touch to the dish. Chicken and rice is something I like to make often for my family. It’s super affordable and made …
Coctel de camarón, also known as Mexican shrimp cocktail, is a refreshing seafood dish made with tender shrimp, crisp veggies, avocado, and a flavorful tomato-based sauce. It’s served chilled and is especially popular during the warmer months. It’s perfect for summer get togethers or for those hot summer days when you don’t feel like cooking. …
Steak gorditas are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and stuffed with flavorful steak and your choice of toppings. They’re easy to make and are perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a weekend family meal. If you’ve never made gorditas at home before, don’t worry. They’re much easier to make than they …
Beef and bean taquitos are one of my favorite meals to make for my family. They’re so delicious while also being incredibly budget friendly as they’re made with simple pantry staples. If you have a large family and are trying to save money at the grocery I highly recommend you give this recipe a try! …
Gnocchi in tomato sauce is a simple yet super delicious meal I’ve been enjoying lately. It’s made with simple pantry ingredients I practically always have on hand. It’s one of those recipes that are humble yet big on flavor! While making homemade gnocchi might seem intimidating I promise it’s not. It’s actually quite simple once …
Pan seared tilapia is one of my favorite easy recipes to make on a busy weeknight! My kids love it and it’s super easy to whip up. I like serving it with rice pilaf and roasted bell peppers. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients How to Make Pan Seared Tilapia In a bowl combine 1 …
Bean and cheese pupusas with salsa are one of the most delicious, budget friendly and satisfying meals you can make at home! They’re the perfect meatless meal. Made with simple ingredients but they’re real big on flavor! They’re basically thick corn tortillas filled with creamy black beans and melty cheese then cooked on a hot …
If you’re looking for a quick and flavorful way to cook steak at home, this pan seared skirt steak is a great option. For this particular recipe I’m using inside skirt steak. Skirt steak is a more affordable option when it comes to steak. With a few tips and tricks it cooks up very quickly in a …
Pork tamales without lard can be and are absolutely delicious! While it may not be the traditional way to make tamales they are still none the less super tasty. Not everyone can or wants to use lard, thankfully there are other options out there. These tamales de puerco without lard feature a flavorful masa filled …