When the Spanish conquered the New World, they not only influenced the culture of these Latin American countries but also their food. Whereas the Latin American countries introduced European nations to chocolate, tobacco, sugar, and potatoes; the Spanish took barley, wheat, horses, pigs, and dairy animals to the Americas. Dairy animals of course led to …
A rich winter dish that’s now popular year-round, Kartoflanka is a creamy Polish potato soup that’s quick and easy to make! Potatoes were cheap and filling, especially in the winter, so Poles quickly adopted them and turned them into many dishes – pancakes, pierogi filling, noodles, simply as a side dish, or Polish soups. Potato …
Crusty savory hand-sized pies filled with a flavorful ground beef mixture are the perfect snack with a taste of Latin America! Make these beef empanadas at home! What are Empanadas? Empanadas are crescent-shaped savory pastries that are filled with beef, chicken, pork, fish, cheese or vegetables. You could think of an empanada as a turnover …
Made from tomatillos and chili peppers, the salsa verde is an ancient sauce that’s used in a number of Mexican and non-Mexican dishes. Here’s how to easily make salsa verde at home! Often referred to as the green sauce for tacos, salsa verde is the perfect Mexican sauce that has a bit of acidity and …
Soups play a big part in the Polish diet. Paired with some kopytka, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread, they’re the perfect side dish. While “borsch” is the most famous, there are many more delicious soups from Poland! As a native Pole I can introduce you to the best soups from the region. Most Polish soups …
Made with chipotle peppers, this spicy chipotle mayonnaise is a Mexican delight! Use it as a dip or spread! Chipotle mayonnaise is used as a dip or spread in many dishes, and not just in Mexican cuisine. Made with spicy chipotle peppers and Mexican crema, the Mexican chipotle mayonnaise is the perfect medium-spicy condiment! What …
Similar to creme fraiche or sour cream, the tasty Mexican crema or crema fresca is a thick high-fat cream made with buttermilk. What is Mexican crema? Made with heavy cream and buttermilk, Mexican cream that is a slightly sour cream is used in a range of Mexican dishes, from soups to stews. It’s also used …
Guacamole or “guac” is a smooth dip made of buttery avocados, red onions, tomatoes, cilantro and lime. Creamy, fresh, and flavorful, it’s easy to make at home as a breakfast spread or side dish for dinner too! What is guacamole? Where did Guacamole originate? The Aztecs have been making guacamole for centuries. Of course, at …
Roasted poblanos sauteed with onions and corn, and topped with Mexican cream and cheese are simply delicious. Fill some tortillas, and top with cilantro for a perfect meal! What are Rajas con Queso? What is rajas con crema y elote? What is this Mexican dish? The rajas poblanas con crema or rajas con queso is …
A rich roux-based sauce, the creamy Besciamella or Bechamel Sauce goes well with almost every dish, be it meat, fish, veggies, or pies. All you need is 15 minutes on the stove and your silky sauce is ready! Easy to make at home, the creamy bechamel sauce doesn’t need many ingredients. Just cook butter, flour, …