Mexican Inspired

  • Blanco Niño' Green Pea Guacamole

    Blanco Niño' Green Pea Guacamole

    Here is a recipe from our good friend's at Blanco Niño using their sublime corn chips which are available to order here online!

    We’re quite partial to a creamy avocado but sometimes it’s not easy to find an avocado that’s just right. So why not swap it for an unassuming freezer staple?

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  • Huevos Rancheros by Poppy Woodcock (Munch Brunch Kids)

    Huevos Rancheros by Poppy Woodcock (Munch Brunch Kids)
    (Serves 1)Ingredients• 2 Corn Tortillas• Chorizo• Puréed black beans • Avocado• Lime• Red Onion• Red Wine Vinegar• Bay Leaves• Plum Tomatoes• Fresh Green or Red Chilli1. Dry fry the corn tortillas until they’re warm through and start the bubble, then place them in a low oven...
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  • Chipotle Chicken Fajitas by Barry Horne

    Chipotle Chicken Fajitas by Barry Horne

    National fajita day has inspired us to share this, simple, sizzling fajita recipe!
    Kids and adults alike will love these and, if you do have children, then why not get them to join in? Especially when it comes to building the fajitas - lots of fun.

    Serves 4

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  • Chilli Beef Nachos by Barry Horne

    Chilli Beef Nachos by Barry Horne

    Serves 4  

    Ingredients:
    800g beef mince
    2 onions
    2 celery sticks
    2 small carrots
    4 cloves garlic (finely diced)
    500ml passata
    250ml True Food Veal Jus
    2 tsp cumin
    1tsp smoked paprika
    1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
    salt & pepper
    2tsp chipotle paste or salsa
    200mml sour cream
    150-200g grated cheese x 150-200g
    50g jalapenos (or as much as you like)
    400g tortilla chips  (about half a bag per person as a main course)

    Method:
    Finely dice the onions, celery and carrots. Put a large pan on a medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Put the vegetable and garlic in the pan and cook for 10 mins stirring occasionally to soften. Once softened add the mince and turn the heat up to colour it, stirring all the time.
    When the mince is browned add the spices and salt and pepper and cook for another minute. Add the veal jus and cook down for 1-2 mins. Add the passata and turn the heat down to a simmer and let it cook for 20 mins until it's reduced and full of flavour.
    In a small bowl mix the cream and chipotle and a pinch of salt and keep to one side.
    To assemble, place your tortilla chips in a large baking tray and cover with a generous amount of the chilli beef, drizzle the sour cream over the meat and add jalapenos. Cover with the grated cheese. Pop into a hot oven or grill for 3-4 mins to melt the cheese and serve. 

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  • Mexican Maverick Burger

    Mexican Maverick Burger

    By Barry Horne

    (Serves 2)

    Ingredients:
    2 Maverick Burgers
    1 Avocado
    1 Lime
    2 Fresh tortillas (10cm)
    2tbsp Original Recipe cheese and jalapeno sauce (only available online)
    2 x Brioche buns
    Salt
    Pepper
    100ml Vegetable oil

    Method:
    Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan and fry the fresh tortillas on a medium heat for around a minute either side until crispy. Drain the tortillas on kitchen paper and put to the side.
    To make the guacamole, mash the avocado, season with salt and pepper and squeeze lime to taste.
    Cook the Maverick Burgers in a frying pan for 2-3 mins either side.
    To assemble toast the brioche bun, put the guacamole on the bottom layer, next the Maverick burger then place your tostada (crispy tortilla) on top of the burger, add as much of the cheese sauce as you like and place the lid on top. 
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