Since 1898, La Preferida has expanded into a complete line of quality Mexican specialties which are preferred by the Hispanic community, as well as a growing number of Anglo consumers who enjoy authentic Mexican foods. La Preferida, which means "the preferred" in Spanish, is the perfect name for this company and its superior products.
La Preferida offers a full line of more than 200 authentic Mexican food items, including frijoles, salsas and jalapeños, many of which are kosher! For a complete list of their kosher products and their agencies click here.
La Preferida Taco Seasoning is certified Kosher/Parve by the OU.
by Susie Fishbein Looking for a great Mexican/traditional Jewish fusion recipe? It doesn't get better than this!
Ingredients
1 (22-ounce) roll frozen gefilte fish, not defrosted
1 1.25 ounce packet La Preferida taco seasoning
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups shredded carrots, or 2 carrots peeled and sliced
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 medium chili pepper or jalapeño pepper, seeds and ribs removed, minced
1 16-oz can of tomato sauce
3 TB sugar
2 teaspoons water
Directions
Bring medium pot of water to boil. Add the taco seasoning packet to the water. Place the gefilte fish in the paper wrapper into the boiling water. Make sure there is enough water to cover or add water as needed. Turn down to a simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
In a medium pan, heat the oil on medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until shiny. Add the carrots, garlic and chili pepper. Sauté an additional 3 minutes.
Add the tomato sauce, sugar and water. Bring to a boil, Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C).
When fish is done. Remove it from pot, discarding the water. When it is cool enough to handle, unwrap and discard the paper. Slice the fish (10-12 slices) and place into a baking dish. Pour the sauce over and place, covered into the oven. Bake for 1 1/2 hours.
Allow to cool. Best if done one day in advance and kept in refrigerator. Serve cold.
Reproduced from "Kosher by Design Entertains: Fabulous Recipes for Parties and Every Day" by Susie Fishbein with permission of the copyright holders, ArtScroll / Mesorah Publications, Ltd. Purchase your copy by clicking here.
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