Huaraches Con Carne Asada

Huaraches are a popular Mexican dish that is loved for its unique texture and delicious flavor. They are a type of flatbread that is made with masa (corn dough). They are usually topped with beans, cheese, meat, salsa, and various fresh vegetables. This makes huaraches the perfect Cinco de Mayo food choice to enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 1⁄2 cups masa harina de maíz
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 1⁄2 tsp. salt, plus more to taste
• 1 cup pico de gallo (chopped onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice)
• 2 oz Stater Bros. Shredded Cheddar or Mexican Cheese
• 2 oz. Cacique Cotija Cheese
• 2 marinated beef loin flap meat
• 2 avocados for serving
• 1 can of Full Circle Market Organic Refried Beans
• 1 tablespoon of Full Circle Market, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 radish
• 1 lime

Directions:

Start by combining the masa harina, salt, and 1 cup warm water in a large bowl, and stir until a smooth dough forms. Knead dough in the bowl until very smooth but not sticky, about 2 minutes. Divide dough into quarters and shape each quarter into a 7”-long, 1⁄4“-thick oval. Heat a 12” cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 huarache to the skillet, and cook until brown spots appear on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side.

Next, set the skillet to high heat and add 2 tbsp. oil. Season steaks with salt, and add 2 steaks to skillet; cook, turning once until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 3 minutes. 

Lastly, spread refried beans on top of the huarache, add meat, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, Cotija cheese, and top with sliced radish and avocado. Plate with lime wedges.

Birria

Include this delicious and savory dish in your Cinco de Mayo menu. Birria is a plate that has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s easy to understand why. Birria is a spicy and savory stew that originated in Mexico. Traditionally, this dish can be made with goat, beef, or lamb meat. The flavorful taste of this plate comes from the stew that is made with chiles, garlic, and spices and is slowly cooked. Enjoy this meal throughout the year.

Ingredients:

• 5 dried guajillo chile peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
• 5 dried pasilla-ancho chile peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
• 4 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Stater Bros. Vegetable Oil
• 3 1/2 pounds Stater Bros. bone-in beef shanks (about 3 shanks)
• 3 bay leaves
• 3 sprigs of fresh oregano
• 3 sprigs of fresh thyme
• 1 medium white onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/3 cup finely chopped radishes
• 10  (6-inch) Stater Bros. corn tortillas

Directions

In a medium saucepan, heat chiles, garlic, and 3 cups water to a simmer over medium heat; cook 10 minutes or until chiles are tender. Transfer the chile mixture to a blender and blend on high until smooth; strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Makes about 3 cups.

Next, in a large saucepot, heat oil over medium-high heat; in 3 batches, add beef and cook for 4 minutes or until browned, turning once. Return seared beef to saucepot. Add bay leaves, oregano sprigs, thyme sprigs, 1/2 the onion, salt, cumin, peppercorns, chile mixture, and 6 cups water; heat to a simmer.

Lastly, reduce heat to low; cover and cook for 3 hours or until beef is very tender, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves, oregano sprigs, thyme sprigs, and beef bones; with 2 forks, shred beef in a saucepot. Makes about 10 cups.

Churros with Dulce de Leche

You can’t celebrate Cinco de Mayo without some sweet and crunchy churros! Churros are a popular Mexican dessert that is deep-fried and coated with cinnamon sugar. They are crunchy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. You can dip them into some of your favorite sauces like dulce de leche, which is caramelized milk. Now that you have your delicious churros, it’s time to enjoy the festivities!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons Stater Bros. Vegetable Oil
• 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons Stater Bros. Pure Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup Stater Bros. All Purpose Flour
• 3/4 teaspoon Full Circle Market Organic Ground Cinnamon
• 1 Stater Bros. Grade AA Large Egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup Nestle® La Lechera Dulce de Leche

Directions:

First, line the rimmed baking pan with parchment paper; line the second rimmed baking pan with a paper towel. 

In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and 1 cup water to a simmer over medium-high heat. Stir in flour and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; remove from heat and stir until incorporated. Let this sit for a few minutes and then, add egg; stir until incorporated.

Next, attach the deep fryer thermometer to the side of a high-sided large skillet; add the remaining 2 cups oil and heat over medium heat for 10 minutes or until the oil temperature reaches 350°.

Then, transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip; pipe 5-inch-long churros, 1 inch apart, on a parchment paper-lined pan. Makes about 24 churros.

In a wide, shallow dish, whisk the remaining 2/3 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.

Next, in 4 batches, add churros to oil and cook for 4 minutes or until golden brown, turning frequently; immediately dredge churros in sugar mixture to cover. Transfer churros to a paper towel-lined pan and keep warm.

Finally, serve churros with dulce de leche and enjoy!

While tacos are a delicious and popular choice for Cinco de Mayo, there are plenty of other authentic Mexican dishes for you to enjoy. Creating any of these recipes will surely impress your guests. Make sure you pick up all your festive needs at Stater Bros. or shop online at Staterbros.com/shop.