Embark on a culinary journey to savor the authentic flavors of Chicana cuisine, using the trusty crock pot as your faithful companion. Discover a symphony of spices, vibrant ingredients, and traditional techniques that will transform your kitchen into a fiesta of flavors. From succulent carnitas to hearty pozole, this article presents a collection of mouthwatering recipes that showcase the rich heritage and diversity of Chicana cooking. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and indulge in the delectable creations that await you.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHICANA...MEXICAN I THINK?
This recipe was given to me by my friend Sherri. I have sometimes roasted the veggies before adding them to the pot, and I usually add the 6 cloves of garlic, but that is optional if you don't like garlic as much as I do. If I can find good fresh tomatoes, I use those instead of the canned ones. I also take the seeds out of the jalapenos, as my kids can't handle the heat but love to eat it. I hope you enjoy this dish as much as my family does.
Provided by bmxmama
Categories Roast Beef
Time 8h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In crockpot add the roast, peppers, onion, garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Set crockpot for 8 hours if you have a timer on low and let cook.
- Serve with refried beans and rice!
- If cooking on the stove, add a 28 oz can of water (the can the tomatoes were in) to start with, you may need more or not as the cooking time goes on. You may have a faster cook time with this method.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.8, Fat 33.9, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 117.4, Sodium 703.3, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 11.9, Protein 34.5
CHICANA-IN THE CROCK POT
My wonderful MIL lives in Callifornia and gave me this recipe. I have tweaked it a little to fit my taste. It is a family favorite of theirs, and now I can make it for mine! It is really easy to put together, but so delicious after it cooks for several hours.
Provided by Red Chef Mama
Categories Steak
Time 5h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the steak, bell peppers, onion and jalapeno into bite sized pieces or strips.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the vegetables to the heated pan and cook until crisp-tender.
- Add the steak and garlic to the pan with the vegetables and cook until steak is browned.
- Add both cans of tomatoes, the salsa, and salt and pepper to taste to the pan.
- Pour the mixture into your crockpot and cook on low for 5-8 hours.
- Serve with tortillas, rice and beans.
- NOTE: I gave this such a long cooking time because it definitely does not bother it to be cooked for 8 hours in the crockpot. However, it is typically done and tender in 5 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.5, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 268.8, Sodium 608.3, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 9.1, Protein 103.5
CHICANA
This is delicious served in tortillas (although a bit saucy) or over rice. It's easy to make and relatively quick.
Provided by GABRIELLEDC
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Throw in the round steak, bell pepper and onion. Pour the tomato sauce and water over all, and season with garlic, cumin and chili powder. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 602.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
STEAK CHICANA
Steps:
- Remove most fat from the meat and dice into 3/4 inch pieces. Mix flour, salt & pepper used to cover the meat for browning. Dice tomatoes, onions, chilies, jalapenos and garlic.
- In a very large fry pan or roaster pan, brown the meat on all sides in hot oil. Add beef broth and all other ingredients except tortillas. Reduce heat to simmer and cover.
- Let cook 3 to 4 hrs or until meat is very tender and the mixture has thickened suitable for burritos. You may have to cook with lid removed the last hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CARNITAS
Chicken variation on the classic pork carnitas. Serve in tortillas with whatever toppings you want. Enjoy.
Provided by Chef Dan J
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 4h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Dissolve chicken bouillon in boiling water.
- Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent and browned, about 5 minutes. Add jalapenos and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add green chiles; cook for 3 minutes more.
- Mix salt, cilantro, Mexican seasoning, cumin, basil, oregano, garlic powder, seasoning blend, chile powder, paprika, mustard powder, and black pepper together in a bowl.
- Trim chicken as needed. Coat all sides with the seasoning blend.
- Place onion mixture in a slow cooker. Add chicken broth, juice and zest from the limes and orange, and garlic cloves. Place chicken on top. Cover and cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink inside and very tender, 4 to 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 824.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
Tips:
- For a budget-friendly option, use dried beans and soak them overnight before cooking. This will save you money and time, as the beans will cook more quickly.
- If you're short on time, you can use canned beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before adding them to your crock pot.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and ingredients. There are many ways to customize these recipes to your own taste.
- Serve these dishes with your favorite sides, such as rice, tortillas, or salad.
Conclusion:
These Chicana crock pot recipes are a delicious and easy way to enjoy traditional Mexican flavors. With a little planning, you can have a tasty and healthy meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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