During the Roman empire, the spice trade was dominated by the Arabs. Their ships sailed from the Red Sea to India, where they bought spices carried by Malay traders from the Spice Islands.
Brilliant Bayou Pumpkin Seed Snack
You can whip up this fun snack in less time than it takes to polish off a beer or two.1
All-Purpose Poultry Rub
For you, we present this bit of fowlness: a rub usable for any poultry–chicken, duck, pheasant, or turkey.
The Tikin Xik Technique
The Mayan empire flourished for more than 2,000 years. During that time, they developed a body of knowledge encompassing many fields such as astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and architecture. Gastronomy was no exception; they created a sophisticated cuisine based on a wide variety of ingredients found in rich ecosystems in the jungles of the Yucatán Peninsula and what it is today Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, and Honduras.
Chipotles Adobados (Chipotle Chiles in Adobo Sauce)
Lots of recipes call for chipotles in adobo sauce and while the stuff is readily available in little cans at the grocery store, it’s also easy enough to make at home.
Chimayó Chile Steaks with Chipotle Potatoes
From the little village of Chimayó, New Mexico comes what many chileheads consider to be the finest tasting red chile. We use it in our enchilada sauces and for making rubs such as this one.
Huevos Rancheros New Mexico Style
Although the recipes may vary from place to place, the bottom line with ranch-style eggs is that they are delicious for a hearty breakfast or a brunch.
