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Latin American

Crab, Chili, and Avocado Tostaditos

Mini-tostadas are a popular Mexican bocadito, or finger food. Cotija is a crumbly white cheese sold at Latin markets and some supermarkets (feta cheese can be substituted.)

Seafood Marinade

This is a great marinade for any fish; start marinating at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour before grilling or sautéing. This recipe is an accompaniment for Sautéed Shrimp with Chipotle Chilies.

Bacon and Egg Empañadas

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Avocado Quesadillas

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Warm Tortilla Chips with Spicy Cheese Dip

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 2 3/4 hr

Chicken in Green Pumpkin-Seed Sauce

Pipián Verde con Pollo Serve with Classic Red Rice and tortillas.

Orange Braised Chicken Thighs with Green Olives

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Cebollitas Asadas

Grilled Spring Onions Spring onions (also called green onions) have a slightly bulbous base, whereas scallions are straight. This recipe was created to accompany Grilled Garlic-Marinated Skirt Steak with Lime. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Mexican-Style Tomato Sauce

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Fish Wrapped in Banana Leaves with Chile Rajas and Crema

Rajas is the Spanish word for "strips," and in the Mexican kitchen it generally refers to strips of chile. Active time: 1 1/4 hr Start to finish: 1 1/2 hr

Pork and Pozole Burritos

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Pork and Hominy Soup with Cilantro

A version of posole, a Mexican classic.

Tomato Salsa

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Pinto Bean Enfrijoladas

These cheese-stuffed corn tortillas, baked under a blanket of warming pinto beans and topped with tangy sour cream, are the perfect post-holiday breakfast.

Charred Tomato, Chipotle, and Mango Salsa

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Halibut steaks and pork tenderloin are two of our favorites with this fiery side.

Southwestern Christmas Salad

Variations of this salad are often served on Christmas Eve in both old and New Mexico.
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