From 6e86cb78f2256608483557272e2d87237b88260a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tim Murtaugh Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 17:58:26 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 1/3] Add more traditional (American) mixins --- INDEX.md | 3 +++ mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md | 7 +++++++ mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md | 7 +++++++ mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md | 8 ++++++++ 4 files changed, 25 insertions(+) create mode 100644 mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md create mode 100644 mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md create mode 100644 mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md diff --git a/INDEX.md b/INDEX.md index 79c4684..50071ac 100644 --- a/INDEX.md +++ b/INDEX.md @@ -38,9 +38,12 @@ Marking with a (v) for vegetarian friendly, mostly to make @dansinker and @cjoh * [Swiss Chard (v)](base_layers/swiss_chard.md) * [Zucchini and Corn Filling (v)](base_layers/zucchini_corn.md) * [Mixins](/mixins) + * [Cheese (Traditional; US)](mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md) * [Corn Salad (v)](mixins/Corn_Salad.md) * [Drunken green beans (v)](mixins/drunken_greenbeans.md) + * [Lettuce (Traditional; US)](mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md) * [Sweet Potato and Apple Hash (v, substitute butter)](mixins/sweet_potato_and_apple_hash.md) + * [Tomatoes (Traditional; US)](mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md) * [Veggies for Fish Tacos (v)](mixins/veg_for_fish_tacos.md) * [Condiments](/condiments) * [Asian Pickled Veggies](condiments/pickled_vegetables.md) diff --git a/mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md b/mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9389274 --- /dev/null +++ b/mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +Cheese (Traditional; US) +====================== + +A major flavor component of a traditional American taco, select a cheese that's firm and sharp. + +* Cheddar (shredded) +* Jack/Pepper Jack (shredded) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md b/mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..53268cd --- /dev/null +++ b/mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +Lettuce (Traditional; US) +====================== + +In a traditional American taco, lettuce serves to add extra crunch and coolness. Favor the bulkier lettuces over leafier fare such as Bibb lettuces or mesclun. + +* Iceberg Lettuce (shredded) +* Romaine Lettuce (shredded; maintain the stalks) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md b/mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b0d3472 --- /dev/null +++ b/mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md @@ -0,0 +1,8 @@ +Tomatoes (Traditional; US) +====================== + +Adding a bit of coolness and moisture, tomatoes are a staple ingredient of the American taco. The better the tomato the more flavor they will impart, but even a sub-sandard grocery store tomato has a place in a traditional taco. + +* Tomatoes (diced) +* Cherry Tomatoes (quartered) +* Grape Tomatoes (sliced) \ No newline at end of file From 44461dde3342cd95d5790c87e64853e4c443c106 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tim Murtaugh Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 18:06:21 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Add more traditional (American) mixins --- INDEX.md | 1 + base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md | 10 ++++++++++ 2 files changed, 11 insertions(+) create mode 100644 base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md diff --git a/INDEX.md b/INDEX.md index 50071ac..7adc1c9 100644 --- a/INDEX.md +++ b/INDEX.md @@ -27,6 +27,7 @@ Marking with a (v) for vegetarian friendly, mostly to make @dansinker and @cjoh * [Crock Pot Pulled Pork](base_layers/crock_pot_pulled_pork.md) * [Delengua (beef Tongue)](base_layers/tacosdelengua.md) * [Garlic Black Beans (v)](base_layers/garlic_black_beans.md) + * [Ground Beef (Traditional; US)](base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md) * [Lightly Seasoned Beef](base_layers/aredridel_lightly_seasoned_beef.md) * [Marinated Portobello Mushroom (v)](base_layers/marinated_portobello.md) * [Moroccan Lamb: A differently spiced meat than your usual taco](base_layers/morrocoan_lamb.md) diff --git a/base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md b/base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d81fcd0 --- /dev/null +++ b/base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +Ground Beef (Traditional; US) +================== + +The tranditional base for an American taco is ground beef, browsed in a skillet and seasoned. + +* 1lb Ground Beef + +1. Heat a skillet on the stovetop. +2. Brown the ground beef for 8-10 minutes, or until it is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently to avoid sticking or burning. (If you're not using a non-stick pan, which is preferred, use 1T oil to keep things loose.) +3. Stir in seasonings. \ No newline at end of file From abc5ca6fc8c01548a75bdec26640fba3577764db Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tim Murtaugh Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 18:17:22 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Add more traditional (American) mixins --- INDEX.md | 66 +++++++++++++++++------------- shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md | 6 +++ 2 files changed, 43 insertions(+), 29 deletions(-) create mode 100644 shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md diff --git a/INDEX.md b/INDEX.md index 7adc1c9..6a34adb 100644 --- a/INDEX.md +++ b/INDEX.md @@ -7,20 +7,21 @@ Marking with a (v) for vegetarian friendly, mostly to make @dansinker and @cjoh * [Full Tacos](/full_tacos) * [Asian Style Tacos](/full_tacos/asian_style_tacos.md) * [Baja Fish Tacos](/full_tacos/baja_fish_tacos.md) - * [Black Bean, Potato, and Onion Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/black_bean_potato_onion_tacos.md) - * [Cabbage Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/vegan_cabbage_tacos.md) - * [Chorizo, Sweet Potato and Apple Tacos with Chipotle Sauce](/full_tacos/chorizo_sweet_potato_and_apple_tacos.md) - * [Fish Tacos](/full_tacos/fish_tacos.md) - * [Moroccan Lamb Tacos](/full_tacos/morrocoan_lamb_taco.md) - * [Pulled Pork, Chard, and Pickled Onion Tacos](/full_tacos/pork_chard_onion.md) - * [Steak, Sweet Potato and Apple Tacos](/full_tacos/teak_sweet_potato_and_apple_tacos.md) - * [Swiss Chard Tacos (v if you use veggie broth)](/full_tacos/swiss_chard_tacos.md) - * [Zuccini and Corn Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/zucchini_corn_tacos.md) + * [Black Bean, Potato, and Onion Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/black_bean_potato_onion_tacos.md) + * [Cabbage Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/vegan_cabbage_tacos.md) + * [Chorizo, Sweet Potato and Apple Tacos with Chipotle Sauce](/full_tacos/chorizo_sweet_potato_and_apple_tacos.md) + * [Fish Tacos](/full_tacos/fish_tacos.md) + * [Moroccan Lamb Tacos](/full_tacos/morrocoan_lamb_taco.md) + * [Pulled Pork, Chard, and Pickled Onion Tacos](/full_tacos/pork_chard_onion.md) + * [Steak, Sweet Potato and Apple Tacos](/full_tacos/teak_sweet_potato_and_apple_tacos.md) + * [Swiss Chard Tacos (v if you use veggie broth)](/full_tacos/swiss_chard_tacos.md) + * [Zuccini and Corn Tacos (v)](/full_tacos/zucchini_corn_tacos.md) * [Base Layers](/base_layers) * [Asian Marinated Tofu or Pork (v, with tofu)](base_layers/asian_marinade.md) * [Baked Tilapia](base_layers/baked_tilapia.md) * [Baja Beer Battered Fish](base_layers/baja_beer_batter.md) * [Basic Shredded Chicken](base_layers/basic_shredded_chicken.md) + * [Better Than Powder Ground Beef](base_layers/better_than_powder_groundbeef.md) * [Carnitas](base_layers/carnitas.md) * [Chopped Steak](base_layers/chopped_steak.md) * [Chorizo](base_layers/chorizo.md) @@ -28,6 +29,7 @@ Marking with a (v) for vegetarian friendly, mostly to make @dansinker and @cjoh * [Delengua (beef Tongue)](base_layers/tacosdelengua.md) * [Garlic Black Beans (v)](base_layers/garlic_black_beans.md) * [Ground Beef (Traditional; US)](base_layers/ground_beef_traditional_us.md) + * [Insane Garlic Ground Turkey](base_layers/insane_garlic_ground_turkey.md) * [Lightly Seasoned Beef](base_layers/aredridel_lightly_seasoned_beef.md) * [Marinated Portobello Mushroom (v)](base_layers/marinated_portobello.md) * [Moroccan Lamb: A differently spiced meat than your usual taco](base_layers/morrocoan_lamb.md) @@ -36,36 +38,42 @@ Marking with a (v) for vegetarian friendly, mostly to make @dansinker and @cjoh * [Red Cabbage (v)](base_layers/red_cabbage.md) * [Soyrizo (v)](base_layers/soyrizo.md) * [Slow-cooked Salsa Verde Chicken](base_layers/slow_cooked_salsa_verde_chicken.md) - * [Swiss Chard (v)](base_layers/swiss_chard.md) - * [Zucchini and Corn Filling (v)](base_layers/zucchini_corn.md) + * [Swiss Chard (v)](base_layers/swiss_chard.md) + * [Zucchini and Corn Filling (v)](base_layers/zucchini_corn.md) * [Mixins](/mixins) * [Cheese (Traditional; US)](mixins/cheese_traditional_us.md) - * [Corn Salad (v)](mixins/Corn_Salad.md) - * [Drunken green beans (v)](mixins/drunken_greenbeans.md) + * [Corn Salad (v)](mixins/Corn_Salad.md) + * [Drunken green beans (v)](mixins/drunken_greenbeans.md) * [Lettuce (Traditional; US)](mixins/lettuce_traditional_us.md) - * [Sweet Potato and Apple Hash (v, substitute butter)](mixins/sweet_potato_and_apple_hash.md) + * [Potato hash (v)](mixins/potato_hash.md) + * [Sweet Potato and Apple Hash (v, substitute butter)](mixins/sweet_potato_and_apple_hash.md) * [Tomatoes (Traditional; US)](mixins/tomatoes_traditional_us.md) - * [Veggies for Fish Tacos (v)](mixins/veg_for_fish_tacos.md) + * [Traditional Taco Mixins (v, but has dairy] (mixins/traditional_taco_mixins.md) + * [Veggies for Fish Tacos (v)](mixins/veg_for_fish_tacos.md) * [Condiments](/condiments) * [Asian Pickled Veggies](condiments/pickled_vegetables.md) * [Baja White Sauce](condiments/baja_white_sauce.md) - * [Beet Salsa (v)](condiments/beet_salsa.md) + * [Beet Salsa (v)](condiments/beet_salsa.md) + * [Corn Salad (v)](mixins/Corn_Salad.md) * [Chipotle Sauce (v, but has dairy)](condiments/chipotle_sauce.md) * [Guacamole (v)](condiments/guacamole.md) - * [Mango Avocado Salsa (v)](condiments/mango_avocado_salsa.md) - * [Phoning it in Pico de Gallo (v)](condiments/Pico_de_gallo.md) - * [Pickled Red Onions (v)](condiments/pickled_red_onions.md) - * [Salsa Sauce (v)](condiments/salsa_sauce.md) - * [Simple Salsa Verde (v)](condiments/simple_salsa_verde.md) - * [Roasted Tomatillo & Mushroom Sauce (v)](condiments/roasted_tomatillo.md) + * [Mango Avocado Salsa (v)](condiments/mango_avocado_salsa.md) + * [Phoning it in Pico de Gallo (v)](condiments/Pico_de_gallo.md) + * [Pickled Red Onions (v)](condiments/pickled_red_onions.md) + * [Salsa Sauce (v)](condiments/salsa_sauce.md) + * [Simple Salsa Verde (v)](condiments/simple_salsa_verde.md) + * [Roasted Tomatillo & Mushroom Sauce (v)](condiments/roasted_tomatillo.md) * [Seasonings](/seasonings) - * [Mahi Mahi Rub (v)](seasonings/mahimahirub.md) - * [Packaged Seasonings](seasonings/packaged_seasonings.md) - * [Quick and Dirty Spice Mix](seasonings/quick_and_dirty_spice_mix.md) - * [Sriracha Salt (v)](seasonings/sriracha_salt.md) - * [Universal Taco Seasoning (v)](seasonings/universal_taco_seasoning.md) - * [Zaatar (v)](seasonings/zaatar.md) + * [Mahi Mahi Rub (v)](seasonings/mahimahirub.md) + * [Packaged Seasonings](seasonings/packaged_seasonings.md) + * [Quick and Dirty Spice Mix](seasonings/quick_and_dirty_spice_mix.md) + * [Sriracha Salt (v)](seasonings/sriracha_salt.md) + * [Universal Taco Seasoning (v)](seasonings/universal_taco_seasoning.md) + * [Zaatar (v)](seasonings/zaatar.md) +* [Shells](/shells) + * [Fresh Corn Tortillas](shells/fresh_corn_tortillas.md) + * [Hard Corn Shells (Traditional; US)](shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md) * [Like Tacos](/like_tacos) * [Baked Taquitos](like_tacos/baked_taquitos.md) * [Chicken Makloub](like_tacos/Chicken_Makloub.md) - * [Tunisian Makloub](like_tacos/Tunisian_makloub.md) + * [Tunisian Makloub](like_tacos/Tunisian_makloub.md) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md b/shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e3be1a7 --- /dev/null +++ b/shells/hard_corn_traditional_us.md @@ -0,0 +1,6 @@ +Hard Corn Shells (Traditional; US) +====================== + +Mistakenly thought by many to be traditionally Mexican, hard shells were actually popularized in the US in the mid-20th century. + +While they can certainly be made at home (if you have access to a deep-fryer), the best method of obtaining hard taco shells is to head to the grocery store. \ No newline at end of file