How to cut an avocado, the smart way!

July 17, 2012 29 Comments

Cut the avocado in half and slice lengthwise. 

Then, slice the widthwise to make cute little squares.

Use a spoon to scoop out the pulp.

You are all done with no mess, enjoy! This is a great technique to use on mango or any fruits that have big pits.


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The Secret to Amazingly Crunchy Sweet Potato Fries!

July 17, 2012 61 Comments

Latin Style Crunchy Sweet Potato Fries

  • Vegetable oil for parchment
  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) skins on, scrubbed and cut into 4-inch sticks, each 1/2 inch thick
  • 3 large egg whites (a scant 1/2 cup)
  • Cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon each, of cayenne pepper, coriander, turmeric, cumin, and garlic powder.
  • Cotija cheese or queso fresco.
  • Sour cream
  • Tapatio or any hot sauce

Directions

Make the sour cream dip with this recipe. Preheat oven to 450 degrees with racks in the upper and middle positions. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and rub with oil. Cut potatoes with a mandoline.
In a large bowl, whisk egg whites until frothy.
Add spice mix.
And whisk to blend.
Working in batches, toss the sweet-potato pieces in the seasoned egg whites, letting the excess liquid drip back into the bowl. The egg whites is the secret! They are pure protein, so they are going to form a crunchy coat over the sweet potato fries, which are usually soggy.
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Green Onion Threads

July 14, 2012 3 Comments

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