Nibbles & Dreams: Dreaming Up Delicious Recipes, One Nibble at a Time.

Yields: 8 tacos Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins  Ingredients: For the Avocado Lime Sauce: ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream ¼ cup (60 ml) water 1 avocado, medium-sized and ripe ¼ cup (4 g) cilantro leaves, loosely packed 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice, fresh ½ teaspoon lime zest, about 1 lime ½ teaspoon minced serrano pepper, seeded For the Fish Tacos: 1 ½ teaspoons (3 g) smoked paprika 1 ½ teaspoons (5 g) dark brown sugar ½ teaspoon (1 g) garlic powder ½ teaspoon (1 g) onion powder ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt ¾ teaspoon (1 g) cumin ¼ teaspoon chili powder ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1 ½ pounds Mahi Mahi filets, cut lengthwise into smaller pieces if needed 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8 corn tortillas, 6-inch 8 lime wedges 1 cup tomatoes, diced 1 cup red cabbage, sliced thin 1 cup green cabbage, sliced thin Cilantro, for garnish Instructions: Make the Avocado Lime Sauce: In a blender, combine sour cream, water, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, and serra...

Yields: 8 servings Prep Time: 5 minutes This quick and easy avocado sauce is the perfect topping for tacos, flautas, tostadas, fries, quesadillas, and more! It's a vibrant burst of flavor that will elevate any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. Ingredients: 2 avocados, pitted and diced 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves Juice of 2-3 limes Kosher salt, to taste Splash of water Instructions: Combine: In a food processor, combine avocados, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, a pinch of salt, and a splash of water. Blend: Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Tips: Use fresh lime juice: For the most vibrant and zesty flavor. Season generously: Don't be shy with the salt! Get creative with additions: Experiment with adding a pinch of chili powder, a dash of cumin, or a few drops of hot sauce for a spicy kick. A sprinkle of chopped red onion or jalapeno can also add a delightful crunch and heat. The...

Yields: 12-14 biscuits Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, frozen and grated (1 stick) 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour 1 cup chilled buttermilk Parchment paper 2 tablespoons melted butter Instructions: Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (240°C). Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the grated frozen butter and self-rising flour. Chill the mixture for 10 minutes. Make the dough: Create a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour in the chilled buttermilk and stir 15 times with a fork. The dough will be slightly sticky. Roll and fold: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently sprinkle flour over the top. Roll the dough into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle (approximately 9x5 inches). Fold the dough in half lengthwise, then repeat the rolling and folding process four more times. This creates layers in the biscuits. Cut the biscuits: Roll the dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness. Use a 2 1/2-inch flour...

Yields: 6 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 4 large unripe green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices 1 cup whole buttermilk 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup fine yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Vegetable oil or bacon drippings, for frying Cooked bacon or sausage (for serving) Instructions: Soak tomatoes: Place the tomato slices in a medium bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Set aside. Prepare breading mixture: In a small brown paper bag, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper. Heat oil: Heat vegetable oil or bacon drippings in a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Bread tomatoes: Remove a few tomato slices from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Place the slices in the paper bag and shake gently to coat evenly. Fry tomatoes: Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning frequently to preven...

Yields: 6-8 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Total time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes (about 3-4 small tomatoes) ¾ cup diced white onion ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro ¼ cup fresh lime juice 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed and diced ½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste Instructions: Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, diced jalapeño, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Adjust seasonings: Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt to your preference. Chill: Chill the pico de gallo in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serving Suggestions: Serve as a dip with tortilla chips. Enjoy it as a topping for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and more. Add it to grilled fish, chicken, or shrimp. Use it to garnish salads and soups. Tips & Tricks: Choose ripe tomatoes: Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust heat: Adjust the amount of jalapeño to your desired ...