Salsas and Cream Sauces

When I think about the many regions of Mexico, I can name a number of salsas and sauces that come from each specific region, from the dark and smoky salsas of Oaxaca to the more vibrant and spicy red sauces of Guadalajara. No matter where you are in Mexico, one thing is certain—no meal is ever served without a delicious salsa or sauce to accompany it. While I could write a whole cookbook on just salsas and sauces, in this chapter I focus on some of my favorites and the most versatile ones—those that you can use with breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes, as well as some with more complex and smoky flavors. Use these salsas to help elevate the flavor of your favorite dishes, even if it is just to remind yourself of the flavors you grew up with. Provecho.