The chipotle peppers bring a new dimension to the very basic twice-baked potato. All of these ingredients are easy to find and keep around, which is important if we get hit with another pandemic like the coronavirus, where the government decides we all need to stay at home.
Peach Habanero Chutney
The word chutney comes from the Sanskrit word chatni, and in India, refers to relishes that are used to accent other dishes. They can be sweet, sour, hot, or mild. This is a hot and sweet version.
Roasted Garlic and Chipotle Mashed Potatoes
These potatoes are very high in flavor and lower in fat than the traditional ones. I sometimes leave the skins on the potatoes for extra taste.
Costras
Think of this as a tortilla made of grilled cheese, that can be filled with all kinds of meats or vegetables.
Chiles Toreados
Most restaurants in Mexico will offer free of charge at your request Chiles Toreados, which are serranos sofritos (sautéed in vegetable oil until dark)
Tunisian Five Spice Powder
While Tunisian Five Spice Powder sounds like something the DEA looks for in your luggage at the airport, it’s really a simple blend of curry spices from North Africa.
The True Identity of the Jalapeño
The Mexican Association of Food Packers is now appealing to the European Union to recognize the geographical origin and denomination for jalapeños—and chipotles—to be Mexico only.