Mexican Sunflower
Mexican Sunflower
Taste the sweetness of Mexico – Mexican Desserts
Mexican desserts aren’t the first thing that leap to mind when thinking of Mexican cuisine, but I must confess they are my favorite.
Here’s a few recipes that should convince even the hardest skeptic.
- Crema Catalana
An import from the Catalan area of Spain, this creamy dessert is easy to prepare and even easier to eat.
Ingredients:
4 egg yolks
2 cups of milk
5 oz of granulated sugar
1 cinnamon stick
1 lemon rind
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp cornstarch
Grab a saucepan and pour in the milk, then add the lemon rind, vanilla extract and cinnamon. Bring to a boil and simmer for a few minutes.
Whisk the egg yolks vigorously, pouring in the cornstarch and five ounces of sugar. Keep it up until the mixture is thick. Then pour it over the milk, stirring well.
Heat to thicken, then allow to cool. Refrigerate for a few hours, then devour!
- Ensaimadas
This sweet bread recipe is my favorite and will have everyone begging for more.
Ingredients:
2 large eggs
8 fl. oz of milk
4 oz of sugar
16 oz of all-purpose flour
6 oz butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tsp dry yeast
1 tsp salt
Warm the milk and dissolve the yeast in it. Then blend sugar, salt and flour and add to the milk. Blend with a mixer about two minutes until smooth. Add in the eggs, then pour in the olive oil and blend well. Knead the dough until all the ingredients are well mixed.
Cover with a damp towel and let the dough rise for about an hour. Knead again, then roll the dough out on a bread board with a rolling pin. Brush with butter and roll up the dough, then leave it for another hour. Coil the roll and bake at 375F/190C for 45 minutes. MMM MMMM.
- Leche Frita
Few cultures would be adventurous enough to call a recipe ‘fried milk’, especially since it’s made by boiling and frying. But that’s the foundation for this irresistible treat. Great desserts don’t come any easier than this one.
Ingredients:
2 eggs
32 fl. oz milk
4 oz sugar
6 fl. oz olive oil
1 tsp sunflower oil
4 oz cornflour
1 cinnamon stick
Bring the milk to a boil and add cornflour and sugar, then add the cinnamon stick and continue for ten minutes more. Stir frequently.
Then, pour the mixture into a tray and allow to cool to room temperature. As it cools it will thicken. Slice the result into squares about two inches on a side. Coat the results with egg and fry on medium heat. Milk never tasted so good.
- Torrijas
This fried bread dessert is another sweet favorite for lovers of Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients:
8 eggs
32 fl. oz of milk
16 oz of honey
16 oz of sugar
1 loaf wheat bread
Slice an uncut loaf of wheat bread into thick slices. Whisk the eggs well. Add sugar into the eggs and blend. Dip the bread slices into the mixture, coating them well. Fry them to a crisp, golden brown and top with honey. Unbeatable.
Mexican desserts are some of the best I have ever tasted, sweet and mouth watering… I just can’t get enough.
If any of these recipes caught your taste buds, then I highly recommend you check out: The Best of Mexico: A Cookbook
About the Author
Craig De Borba is a Musician, avid lover of Mexico, and writer on "TravelMexicoWithMe.com: A Travel Blog" at which he discusses all things travel, including; tips, travel deals, recipes, and Much more. Visit him today at: http://www.travelmexicowithme.com
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Growing Mexican Sunflowers
Everyone knows intuitively what a "normal" sunflower looks like. Tall and bright, they take on an almost majestic appearance by the time they've grown to full height. Mexican sunflowers are striking in the way they look, but many passersby would be surprised to discover that the plants are actually part of the sunflower line. They look different, they're shorter, but they look no less regal than their taller brethren.
In this article, we'll explore growing Mexican sunflowers (it's scientific name is Tithonia rotundifolia). I'll describe some of the traits that are exclusive to the breed as well as how to plant and care for them to encourage the best crop.
Their Appearance
They typically grow to a full height of only 5 feet. Some varieties have been known to reach 8 feet while others only reach 2 or 3. In most cases, the plant is relatively short when compared to a regular sunflower at twice the height. One of the reasons why people don't realize that they're part of the same breed is because they look completely different. Tithonia have heads that are only a few inches in diameter and they boast a deep orange-red color. Through cross-breeding, some varieties have been grown with yellow heads, though most growers prefer the distinctly sharp orange or vibrant red.
The leaves of the Mexican sunflower are usually coarse and reach a length between 6 and 8 inches. They're green, shaped like a spade, and have a noticeable fuzz across their surface.
Traits Of The Breed
Tithonia love the sun and grow quickly under full exposure. They have 2 flowering seasons: one in the summer (from July to the middle of September) and one during the fall (from October through the end of November). When grown to harvest, they'll only yield approximately 50 seeds, a tiny amount compared to the several hundred seeds produced by a regular sunflower. Most gardeners who grow them do so for their appearance rather than their seed yield.
How To Plant Them
Most varieties of Tithonia are extremely easy to grow as long as they have direct, plentiful access to sunlight. They'll develop well in fertile soil that has been drained properly, but can also thrive in sites that haven't been drained or offer less fertility. Like regular sunflowers, they're resilient. That said, they should be planted after the last trace of frost has disappeared; while the plant can withstand arid or dry climates well, it can't tolerate frost.
Also, it's important to note that Tithonia are soil scavengers. Because they tend to scavenge the nutrients within the soil and grow outward, they should be planted approximately 3 feet apart. That will prevent them from cannibalizing the site.
How To Care For Them
Mexican sunflowers need plenty of water when they're grown in extremely dry climates. However, take care not to drown them. They absorb water well and don't need a constant supply. When you first plant them, you should water them daily. After a week, watering them every other day is sufficient. Also, consider using a compost or fertilizer mix, especially if the site in which they're planted isn't particularly fertile.
You may also want to mulch the soil around each plant and stake them once they've reached nearly a foot in height.
A Dazzling Display
Because this variety has such a vibrant color, it makes an ideal ornamental plant. When used within an outside garden, only a few are necessary to have a noticeable impact. When used in a bouquet of flowers, 1 or 2 heads in the middle can have an unparalleled intensity. Inside or out, in gardens or bouquets, Tithonia captures attention and makes an unforgettable impression.
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