La Piña en la Cocina

Embracing my Mexican heritage and sharing all the wonderful flavors, colors and foods I grew up with. Join me on this journey as I also learn new foods and cooking techniques. Dedicated to my parents Ramiro and Blanca.

Shrimp Meatballs With Vegetables-Albondigas De Camaron

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Shrimp meatballs? Yes! Albondigas de camaron gently cooked in a savory tomato and shrimp broth. I love my traditional beef albondigas, but why not switch it up once in a while? This Recipe Was Almost Lost! A nice follower brought it to my attention that I had not loaded this tasty recipe to my blog, lol! I first shared this shrimp meatball soup recipe on my Instagram stories in October 2020. Life was a little hectic and somehow forgot to post this on my blog. After all this time, here it ...

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Mole Verde Chicken Enmoladas plated

Mole Verde With Shredded Chicken

This recipe for mole verde is just one of the many Mexican mole recipes! I was craving tamales and wanted to try something different. Originally I prepared the mole verde with chicken pieces. You can ...

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Shrimp Ceviche For One!

Shrimp ceviche for one! Because you are worth the effort, lol! Right off the bat I will tell you that I had to use a lightly dried cilantro because I was out of fresh. It was ok, but definitely use ...

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Garlic chile oil on a spoon

Garlic Chile Oil

Garlic chile oil! Technically not a Mexican recipe, but it can be! Many, many authentic Mexican recipes through out Mexico are influenced by other cultures. Garlic chile oil is typically associated ...

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Tacos de Longaniza- Pork Sausage Tacos!

This recipe for tacos de longaniza is pretty straight forward! Spicy pork longaniza sausage cooked as is. Saute jalapeños and onions. Garnish with your favorite salsa and fresh cilantro. It's that ...

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Melon Cucumber Agua Fresca

Melon cucumber agua fresca with a secret ingredients! So refreshing! I can't help but think of my dad, Ramiro, every time I prepare agua fresca. Any kind! He loved them all! Tomorrow, 4th of July is ...

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