Mexican cuisine, hearty and sustaining, has its roots in indigenous communities. The meal is a ritual of connection, built on the flavours of the market. It is shared within families, between neighbours, with other villagers. Depending on the season and local custom, the same dish will be cooked in different ways. Mexico is a country where slow simmering has been a way of life since time immemorial. This gastronomy pairs simplicity with abundance.
In this world of flavours, corn reigns supreme, woven through dish after dish.
Catherine, our Mexico specialist, shares a recipe for a sun-filled life. To make it, arm yourself with good humour and a few spices — it’s time to spice up the vida.
Start by putting the staple ingredients of this culinary culture on the table:
- Corn
- Beans
- Onions
- Chilli
- Tomatoes
- Cacao
- Fruit
The essential utensil: A mortar and pestle for grinding spices.
Instructions:
Step 1: Be spontaneous and let your creativity run free throughout this culinary journey.
Step 2: Pop, blow, twist — put the corn through every transformation imaginable, and don’t forget to drink a Mexican beer along the way. It will bring freshness and fizz.
Step 3: Witness the deep, captivating essence of this gastronomy, where the sweetness of chocolate, the heat of chillies and the tenderness of chicken dance in harmony on the palate.
Step 4: Surrender to the avocado’s case. The verdict comes in a single bite, in a palate full of spice.
Step 5: For bolder flavours, don’t hesitate to sprinkle on a few herbs and spices — for a more fiery life.
Step 6: Simmer, slow-cook, and be patient as the cultural colours come to life and the warmth of the dishes becomes the warmth of the heart.
Step 7: Finish with a squeeze of lime for a touch of tang, warmth and hope.
¡Buen provecho!
© photo credit: Unsplash Israel Albornoz
