We are continuing our way through the wonderful world of herbs. We kicked things off earlier this week with a Prelude to the Food Republic Guide To Herbs, visited the not-just-for-garnis parsley,...
cilantro
West Virginia Hound Recipe
West Virginia's Smooth Ambler white whiskey serves as the base for this cool, sweet summertime drink. Whiskey from West Virginia? It's kind of a funny story...
Grilled Chicken Chimichurri Recipe

We're using this chimichurri recipe with chicken, but this traditional combo of fresh herbs and garlic add vibrancy to beef, fish, and even a simple tomato-cucumber salad. If you've ever been to Buenos Aires or an Argentinian steakhouse, you'll know it as the delicious topper for grilled skirt...
Fresh Tomato Salsa

Also known as pico de gallo, fresh raw tomato salsa is a great last-minute addition to any gathering because it requires minimal time, no cooking, and almost no cleanup. If you can wield a knife, you can make salsa (and homemade tortilla chips, for that matter). We can't think of a better recipe...
Basic Chicken Tacos Recipe
The taco is our household’s favorite way of using up leftovers: any little bit of last night’s protein (be it fish, chicken, pork, beef) can be chopped up, seasoned in a vaguely Mexican manner, and then served with fresh chopped cilantro, red onion, salsa, and a squeeze of lime. The trick is to chop the meat finely, season it well, and then fry it over high heat in copious...
Best Basic Guacamole Recipe

Roasted Tomatillo Chile Salsa Recipe

This salsa gets depth and heat from chilies and brightness from the cilantro. Not just for tacos, it can top almost every fish dish and it's great on eggs and burgers too. It's suprisingly easy to make, with either fresh or canned tomatillos. And its refreshing flavor makes it ideal for a late spring or summer...
Guide To Herbs Day 5: Cilantro




