Saute the chilis and onions in oil until soft. Add the tomatoes, cactus and cilantro and simmer until moisture is absorbed. Add the eggs to the mixture and sprinkle cheese on top. Cover and cook over low heat until eggs are set. Heat Index = 5

HEAT SCALE – HOT If the chiles are dried, soak in water till softened. Remove seeds and stems. Combine all ingredient in a food processor and puree to a fine paste. This is a HOT condiment. This South American chile paste can be used as a substitute whenever fresh chiles are called for. It will […]

HEAT SCALE – MEDIUM Combine all ingredients in a non-reactive heavy saucepan, allow to steep for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Bring mixture to a low and gentle boil while stirring continuously. Remove saucepan from heat and allow to cool thoroughly. Strain through a very fine sieve and pour the strained oil into a bottle and […]

Simmer the Annatto and cumin seeds in the oil for 5 minutes. Strain the oil and discard the seeds. Place all the ingredients for the marinade in a blender and puree until smooth. Marinate the meat in the mixture overnight, refigerated. Thread meat onto skewers and grill over charcoal or under the over broiler until […]

GARNISHES 3 Eggs;hard boiled,slice thin 2 Fresh Ears of Corn; cooked -and cut into 2″ rounds 1 c Black Olives; thickly sliced Rinse the quinoa under cold running water until the water runs clear. Combine the quinoa with the water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until all […]

EARLY IN THE DAY: Wash then cook potatoes in boiling water about 30 minutes, or just until tender. Drain peel, then cut into 1/4″-thick slivers; cool, refrigerate. ABOUT 1/2 HOUR BEFORE SERVING: Shell eggs; cut in half, then remove yolks, chop whites and set aside. In small bowl, mash egg yolks, then add cottage cheese, […]

Fried Corn Cakes From Antioquia With Cheese Or Pork Rind Knead dough with cheese or chicharrones until smooth. Shape into 4-inch discs and deep-fry in hot oil until crispy. Drain on paper towels and serve hot. These arepas can also be cooked on a griddle and served with butter.

HEAT SCALE – HOT Remove seeds and stems. Combine all ingredient in a food processor and puree to a fine paste. This is a HOT condiment. This South American chile paste can be used as a substitute whenever fresh chiles are called for. It will keep for two weeks or more in the refrigerator. For […]

About 45 minutes before serving, in dutch oven heat salad oil; in it saute garlic and onion until golden (about 10 minutes). Add tomatoes, potatoes, chili pepper, seasoned salt, 1-1/2 tsp. salt, red pepper, Tabasco, 3 cups water, 1 cup milk; stir occasionally, while bringing to a boil, then simmer, covered, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in […]