Authentic Mexican Recipes Video Cookbook

pork

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is leaner and often less expensive than pork.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: store-brand tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: tempeh

Tofu is a plant-based protein that can be more affordable.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate diced pork, chicken, and beef, browning on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in enough water to cover the meat and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, add cumin, oregano, bay leaves, and salt.

Simmer for 1-2 hours until the meat is tender.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Serve hot with warmed tortillas, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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