Tex-Mex from Scratch

by Jonas Cramby

Overview

Who knew that Tex-Mex—one of todays most popular cuisines—could be so easy to whip up from scratch? Along with 70 mouthwatering recipes—from antojitos like shrimp taquitos to sweet Helado de Cajeta (caramel ice cream) to top it all off—this collection takes you through all the basics. Learn how to prepare your own tortillas, assemble the best taco, knock together the perfect guacamole, and make your own barbecue smoker. And dont forget the drinks, including a hibiscus margarita!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781454916291
Publisher:	Union Square & Co.
Publication date:	05/05/2015
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Jonas Cramby is a journalist, food blogger, and restaurant critic. In 2009 he was named Columnist of the Year by the Swedish Magazine Publishers Association. 

Table of Contents

Foreword 4

Part 1 Basics 8

Homemade wheat tortillas 12

Homemade corn tortillas 12

Homemade tortilla chips 13

Homemade burger buns 13

Brioche-style burger buns 14

Chunky guacamole 17

Guacamole típico 17

Guacamole con piña y pepino 18

Taca shop guacamole 18

Guacamole con manzana 18

Rendez-vous dry rub 21

Fuego spice mix 21

Barbecue rub 22

Salsa roja 25

Salsa verde 25

Salsa cocida 25

Pico de gallo 26

Mango salsa 26

Salsa para mariscos 26

Green herb salsa 26

Pickled red onion 30

Quick pickled carrots 30

Pickled watermelon rind 30

Pickled chili 31

Escabeche 31

Pickled eggs 31

How to make a barbecue smoker 34

Part 2 Breakfast 36

Chilaguiles 38

Chilaquiles roja 38

Huevos rancheros 41

Huevos divorciados 41

Tex-Mex pancakes 42

Breakfast taco 45

Part 3 Antojitos 46

Truck stop enchilada 48

Classic ceviche 51

Green cucumber ceviche 51

Naco de nachas 52

Tortilla soup 58

Shrimp taquitos 59

Enchiladas Suizas 62

Creamy lobster tostada 66

Devil shrimp tostada 66

Green scallop tostada 66

Part 4 Tacos 68

Beef chili taco 70

Green scallop taco 73

Taco al pastor 74

Baja fish taco 77

Carnita taco 78

Crispy shrimp taco 83

Beer-braised lamb shank taco 84

Part 5 Barbecues 86

Pulled pork 88

Came asada 91

Chili cheeseburger 92

Legs of fire 95

Beer can chicken 98

Memphis dry ribs 101

Texas wet ribs 102

Poblano potato salad 105

Barbecue sauce 105

Elotes 105

Apple coleslaw 105

Part 6 Deserts

Salty pecan apple crumb pie 110

Bourbon pecan pie 113

Chocolate meringue pie 114

Helado de cajeta 117

Paletas de agua 118

Paletas de leche 122

Part 7 Drinks 124

Michelada 127

Largerita 127

Mango margarita 130

Summer margarita 130

Hibiscus margarita 131

Classic margarita 131

Paloma 131

Sangrita 132

Mexican sangrita 132

Mexican mojito 135

Agua fresca 137

Agua de piña 137

Tex-Mex pickleback 138

Habanero tequila 138

Index 140

Left: Beef chili taco (p. 70)

Editorial Reviews

06/15/2015
Can a barbecue cookbook first published in Sweden tempt an American audience? In the case of journalist Cramby's debut—which collects recipes from central, east, and west Texas—the answer is yes. After introducing smoking tools and techniques, Cramby shows readers how to prepare such dishes as ancho-braised short ribs, sourdough tortillas, and fajitas. The measurements and directions for these recipes are not without translation quirks (e.g., "wheat sourdough" is presumably sourdough starter, but that's never made clear), but motivated cooks, who will be drawn to Cramby's stunning photography, can work out such peculiarities.Tex-Mex from Scratch, Cramby's follow-up to Texas BBQ, includes not only barbecue but also appetizers, breakfasts, drinks, and desserts. In chapters named for these courses, the author shares Tex-Mex favorites, including guacamole, huevos rancheros, paletas (ice pops), and agua fresca. Some of these dishes will be familiar, but others suggest uncommon ingredient combinations. Overall, the book benefits from a broader range of recipes and more editorial polish than its predecessor. VERDICT Texas BBQ is a treat for armchair cooks and can broaden regional collections. Cramby, whose daughters are named Dixie Margarita and Lone Star, has an infectious passion for Tex-Mex food and a talent for food photography. Of his available and forthcoming titles, Tex-Mex from Scratch offers the best value.

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