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The seeds from dried chiles can be lightly toasted and used as a condiment to give a dish some extra heat. Traditionally, you place a bowl of seeds on the table and diners can add them to their food as desired.
I have never seen this done at anyone’s home or in a restaurant. I got [...]
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Serrano chiles are called for in many Mexican recipes. Serranos have a bright, sharp taste and are substantially hotter than Jalapeno chiles. Serrano chiles are a medium to dark green when picked and as they mature turn orange and then red.
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Using Tomatillos in Your Recipes
Tomatillos or Tomates Verdes look like small green tomatoes wrapped in a paper husk. Tomatillos are commonly used in Mexican green salsas. They have a bright acidic taste that mellows and sweetens the longer they are cooked.
If a dish calls for tomatillos and you don’t have any on hand, you are [...]
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Piloncillo is raw sugar that is pressed into the form a cone. It is used as a sweetener in traditional Mexican foods. To use piloncillo you shave the required amount from the cone to add your dish of choice.
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