Thread: Stocking the Mexican Kitchen (Must-Haves)

In the Pantry:
> Beans
> Cactus or nopalitos
> Chilies
> Chili Powder
> Corn husks (dried)
> Cornmeal
> Rice

In the Fridge:
> Beef
> Cheese
> Chicken
> Chorizo sausage
> Ground Pork
> Sour cream
> Tortillas


Fresh Produce:
> Avocados
> Bell Peppers
> Chile Peppers
> Cilantro
> Mangoes
> Papayas
> Plantains

Classic Mexican Dishes:

Arroz Verde: rice side dish flavored with chicken broth, garlic, onion, cilantro and mild green chilies.

Burritos: flour tortillas wrapped around a filling of shredded meat, beans and cheese.

Ceviche (cebiche): appetizer of fish “cooked” in acid, such as lime juice, and mixed with tomatoes, chilies and capers.

Chilies Rellenos: roasted and peeled mild green chilies are filled with cheese or meat, dipped in batter and fried.

Chimichangas: deep-fried burritos.

Churros: strips of sweet dough are deep-fried and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar.

Flan: smooth, rich dessert custard coated with a caramel sauce.

Salsa: cooked or fresh sauce usually made with tomatoes or tomatillos and flavored with garlic, onion, chilies and cilantro.

Tamales: corn tortilla dough filled with meat, vegetables, beans, fruit or seafood is steamed inside dried corn husks or banana leaves.

Tostadas: fried corn tortillas topped with refried beans, meat, tomato, lettuce, cheese and salsa.

I have added recipes of all of the "Classic Mexican Recipes" in the "General Recipes" section of the site. Enjoy!