Pati's Recipes and Content

Entree

Jollof Rice

Jollof rice is a popular West African red pepper rice that has similarities to dirty rice in the southern United States. This recipe is…

Soup and Stew

Ukrainian Borscht

DON’YA Kitchen in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, is run entirely by newcomers who have fled the war in Ukraine and celebrates Ukrainian cuisine…

Entree

Taku Lodge Salmon

Wild Alaskan Salmon cooked simply over alderwood coals and basted in a lemony butter sauce is the centerpiece of an Alaskan feast enjoyed…

Entree

Filipino-Style Chicken Adobo

Chicken Adobo is considered the national dish of the Philippines, and it is also incredibly popular in Juneau, Alaska, thanks to the city’s…

Entree

Cali Chicken Burrito

While burritos originated in the northern Mexican borderland city of Juárez, they are ubiquitous throughout the US. So much so, that the…

Dessert

Mekada (Russian Layer Cake)

Mekada, also known as Mikada, is a Russian layer cake with a creamy filling sandwiched between thin layers of cake. This recipe is an…

Side Dish

Carne Asada Fries

Carne Asada Fries are a popular Mexican-American mashup in Southern California. This recipe is an adaptation of the carne asada fries at…

Dessert

Green Chile Sundae

In Hatch, NM, "the chile capital of the world," you can eat their famous chiles on just about anything, even ice cream! This Green Chile…

Entree

Sonoran Hot Dogs

The overloaded hot dogs from Sonora, Mexico, have crossed the border and become a craze in Arizona. This recipe hails from the Mexican side…

Entree

Pulpo Tacos

You’ve heard of the Cali-Baja fish taco, but how about the decadent pulpo, or octopus, taco with melty cheese? It’s the house specialty at…

Entree

Chimichangas

Chimichangas are a staple on both sides of the border in Arizona and Sonora. This recipe is adapted from El Ramffles in Nogales, Arizona,…

Salad

The Original Caesar Salad

Did you know the world-famous Caesar Salad originated in Mexico? This recipe is adapted from Hotel Caesar’s in Tijuana, Baja California,…

Entree

Tacos Matamoros

There's nothing better than a taco with all the fixings, and this recipe courtesy of Ultimo Taco, Brownsville, TX, will satisfy all of your…

Entree

Rolled Tacos con Salsa

You've had tacos, but have you had rolled tacos? These traditional tacos are courtesy of La Tapatia, Ysleta, TX, and will have you breaking…

Side Dish

Queso Dip

Looking for a side that's creamy, spicy, fresh and full of spices? Look no further. This queso recipe courtesy of Larry Delgado, McAllen,…

Recipe

Bean and Cheese Burrito

These delicious bean and cheese burritos featured in La Frontera with Pati Jinich are a delicious way to celebrate traditional Mexican…