Classic crispy tacos
If you think of iconic American tacos, the crispy taco what most often comes to mind. This style, which also goes by the…
Hatch green chile chicken enchiladas
In most regions of Texas, when one orders enchiladas verdes, the green salsa that drapes the dish will be made with tart tomatillos…
Green chile roast chicken
When it comes to quick meals, one wouldn’t think roasting a whole chicken would be on my shortlist of things to prepare. Yet,…
Green chile pie
“An El Paso classic,” touted the postscript on an intriguing-sounding recipe. The dish called for roasted long-green chiles, bacon, and a pound and…
Dr Pepper sticky wings
A friend in Houston mentioned he was craving the Dr Pepper sticky wings he’d enjoyed at a local spot. They were savory and…
San Antonio bean burger
The first time I had a San Antonio bean burger was on a hot summer day. I was wandering in my car outside…
Chalupas poblanas
As I watched the woman in the video finish preparing her recipe for chalupas poblanas, I was surprised when she picked one up,…
Arroz con pollo
A reader once said his favorite comfort food was arroz con pollo. It was a weeknight staple in his home growing up in…
Jalapeño salmon patties
When I was in college, a friend went over to a guy’s house one night after a party. They were hungry and he…
