Pressure cooker chipotle chicken pozole

We tried this recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1020110-pressure-cooker-chipotle-chicken-pozole?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We used all of the chipotle sauce in the 7 oz can of chile en adobo, but only 2 of the chipotle peppers (we froze the remaining peppers). We substituted half of the skinless, boneless chicken with chicken breast (3 thighs, 2 breasts), but we may reduce the amount of… Continue reading Pressure cooker chipotle chicken pozole

Vegetarian chili skillet

We tried this NYT recipe for lunch: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017704-vegetarian-skillet-chili?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We concur with the recipe author that the pickled onions (and lime pickling liquid) is key. Our modifications: first, we added ½ yellow bell pepper (diced) to the onion. Second, we used 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp frozen oregano leaves (about 5 leaves), and ¼ tsp… Continue reading Vegetarian chili skillet

Filipino picadillo with potatoes

We tried this recipe, mainly following the “stew” (as opposed to “soup”) version: https://www.kawalingpinoy.com/picadillo-with-potatoes/ Our modifications: first, based on our pantry, we used 1 lb minced bison, even though the stew version calls for 1.5 lb minced beef. We also reduced the fish sauce to 2 tsp (instead of 1 Tbsp, which is 3 tsp).… Continue reading Filipino picadillo with potatoes

Guajillo chile chilaquiles with scrambled eggs

We had leftover tortilla chips and Guajillo chile salsa from our neighborhood restaurant. We tried a vegetarian version of this recipe: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/chipotle-chilaquiles Our modifications: first, we halved the recipe, so we used 13.5 oz canned whole tomatoes and ¾ cup unsalted chicken stock. Second, instead of using chipotle-in-adobo peppers plus tomato liquid (from the canned… Continue reading Guajillo chile chilaquiles with scrambled eggs

Mexican-style chicken soft tacos

We tried this recipe, and it was delicious: https://www.blessthismessplease.com/chicken-tacos/ Our modifications: we used a mix of chicken breast and thigh meat, and we chopped it into bite-sized pieces prior to marinating it for an hour. While sauteeing the seasoned chicken, we found a lot of liquid emitted; we sopped it up with paper towels to… Continue reading Mexican-style chicken soft tacos

Mexican pozole with smoked turkey

We modified an America’s Test Kitchen recipe for pork pozole to use smoked turkey instead. We used 5 lb smoked turkey, a combo of 4 drumsticks (2 packages) and 2 wings (1 package). Because it is both tough and high in sodium, we prepared it as follows (loosely based on http://horizonsmagazine.com/blog/how-to-heat-up-smoked-turkey-drumsticks/): first, using a large… Continue reading Mexican pozole with smoked turkey