¡Hola! Jalapeño is a recipe website dedicated to celebrating Mexican flavors. Created by professional chef, Kate Ramos. Inspired by her love for Mexican cuisine she creates authentic Mexican recipes with modern twists that are loved not only by her Mexican-American family but thousands of readers. Her recipes have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Parade, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more!
Your December Cooking Guide: 10 Recipes You’ll Love
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Hi Reader, We’re rolling straight into a busy, festive month of cooking, and I’m so excited to share some of my favorite tried-and-true holiday recipes with you. December is one of my favorite times to be in the kitchen—there’s just something so special about the smells, the warmth, and the foods we make only once a year. So I gathered 10 recipes that our family returns to again and again—comforting dishes, festive treats, and flavorful favorites that truly make December feel magical.
Bright, bubbly, and perfect for holiday toasts.✨
They are sweet tamales that taste just like warm, lightly sweetened cornbread. ✨
A simple fish dish to prepare and perfectly seasoned. This classic meal always impresses a crowd. ✨ One reader said: "I love everything about this dish! And it’s so pretty.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Mimi
Creamy, comforting, and lightly sweet—this warm drink is like a hug in a mug. Perfect for cold December mornings.✨
A weeknight staple. Bone-in chicken thighs seasoned with chili powder, black pepper, and salt baked with rice, tomatoes, peppers, and sweet peas. ✨ One reader said: "Will have to try this recipe. Like the flavors and looks easy to make. Thank you for sharing.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Deborah
Mexican-style salt cod stewed with onions, green olives, capers, and tomatoes and pickled jalapeños, for a nice kick of heat and makes a great recipe for the holiday season. ✨
These nutty, crumbly cookies covered in powdered sugar are a staple at our house on Christmas. They’re pretty on a cookie plate with their snowy-coated tops.✨
A traditional Mexican dish of poblano peppers stuffed with cheese, dipped in egg batter and lightly fried. ✨ One reader said: "Chile Relleno is my favorite and this recipe was spot on! The filling and the salsa. Oh, my. I love them spicy, so I did use poblanos. I even top with poblano hot sauce too. Yum!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Heather
A soup made a bit healthier with all veggies! This plant based version has all the things we love about pozole.✨ One reader said: "What a great and easy recipe! I will make Vegan pozole next week always with cilantro.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" - Rory
These are glorious lime bars, made with fresh-squeezed lime juice and a buttery shortbread crust. ✨ 💬 Before You Go…Which one are you making first? |
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¡Hola! Jalapeño is a recipe website dedicated to celebrating Mexican flavors. Created by professional chef, Kate Ramos. Inspired by her love for Mexican cuisine she creates authentic Mexican recipes with modern twists that are loved not only by her Mexican-American family but thousands of readers. Her recipes have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Parade, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more!
Hi Reader, Here’s the first piece of your Mexican holiday table—something warm, bold, and big-batch to set the tone for the season. Beef Pozole We’re starting our holiday countdown with a bowl of pure comfort. A cozy and warming recipe, and it’s as hearty and satisfying as it is flavorful! It comes together in a large pot with chuck roast, hominy, red chile sauce, and a very generous handful of toppings. ✨ Quick Tips to Make Holiday Cooking Easier Make it ahead: Pozole is even better the next...
Hi Reader, Today kicks off something extra festive around here… Every day for the next twelve days, I’ll send you one special holiday recipe—each inspired by bold Mexican flavors, cozy traditions, and those dishes that make your kitchen smell like pure Christmas joy. From make-ahead dinners to festive drinks, easy sides, holiday sweets, and a few surprises… get ready to bring a little Mexican sparkle to your Christmas table. 🌟 Here's what you can expect: A hand-selected holiday recipe each...
Hi Reader, Happy December! It’s officially Ponche de Navidad season—nothing says Mexican Christmas quite like a steaming mug of this fragrant, fruit-packed punch! And this month, we’re putting the spotlight on the ingredient that makes it truly authentic: tejocotes! 🎄✨ December Challenge Recipe: Ponche Navideno Tejocotes are the soul of authentic Ponche de Navidad—a sweet, apple-pear–like fruit that turns soft and fragrant as it simmers with warm spices. They give the punch its classic...