Truly Mexican: Essential Recipes and Techniques for Authentic Mexican Cooking

Truly Mexican: Essential Recipes and Techniques for Authentic Mexican Cooking by Roberto Santibañez, with J.J. Goode and Shelley Wiseman, is a James Beard Award–winning cookbook that serves as an essential guide to mastering the techniques and flavor foundations of authentic Mexican cuisine. Rather than organizing recipes by course, Santibañez teaches readers to build the core elements of Mexican cooking—salsas, guacamoles, adobos, moles, and pipianes—demonstrating how these versatile preparations can transform simple ingredients into deeply flavorful meals. Drawing on his upbringing in Mexico City, classical culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu, and years of professional experience, Santibañez provides expert instruction on working with dried chiles, roasting vegetables, balancing flavors, and sourcing traditional ingredients. Featuring more than 150 recipes alongside practical techniques and vibrant photography, Truly Mexican is an indispensable resource for home cooks seeking to recreate the authentic flavors and rich culinary traditions of Mexico with confidence.