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thursday's recipe: tacos al pastor. history, technique and balance of flavor.
Tacos al pastor made with pork marinated in chiles and achiote, cooked until lightly caramelized and served on warm corn tortillas with fresh pineapple, onion, cilantro, and lime. To speak of tacos al pastor is to speak of one of the most recognizable flavors of Mexican cuisine. It's a dish that combines tradition, technique, and a blend of ingredients that, when prepared correctly, achieve a near-perfect balance of acidity, sweetness, spices, and smokiness. Its origins are d
Chef Yerika
Apr 93 min read
Veracruz-style fish: a Lenten tradition in Mexican cuisine
A classic dish from Mexican Lent cuisine: Veracruz-style fish cooked in a tomato sauce with olives, capers, and aromatic herbs that create a perfect balance of acidity, salinity, and freshness During Lent, many Latin American kitchens turn their attention to the sea. Fish becomes the star of recipes that combine freshness, history, and a balance of flavors. One of the most representative dishes of this tradition is Veracruz-style fish , a preparation deeply rooted in the cui
Chef Yerika
Apr 23 min read
THURSDAY'S RECIPE: Swiss Enchiladas with Creamy Green Sauce
A dish that brings together tradition and technique: Swiss-style enchiladas covered in a creamy green sauce, soft, warm, and full of character. Some dishes are born from tradition but defined by technique. Swiss enchiladas are a clear example of how a classic base—green salsa—can be transformed into something more complex, smoother, and more elegant through the precise use of dairy and temperature control. This recipe embodies that perfect balance between acidity, richness, a
Chef Yerika
Mar 194 min read
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