Anthony Salguero
Salvadoran Quesadilla
Salvadoran quesadilla is a sweet-salty cheesecake that’s often eaten for breakfast with coffee, but Popoca chef Anthony Salguero serves it as dessert.
Almejas con Alguashte
Alguashte, a Salvadoran seasoning, lends deep nuttiness to the spicy acidic tomato broth that the clams steam in.
Hanger Steak With Chimol
Crisp, peppery radishes take center stage in this fresh limey Salvadoran salsa.
Super-Refried Beans
These “like a thousand times fried” beans are a crucial part of a Salvadoran breakfast.
Camarones con Relajo
The glory of head-on shrimp is sucking all the sweet, briny juices out of their heads.
Pollo en Chicha
Salvadoran chicken braised in fizzy and tangy pineapple chicha from Anthony Salguero of Popoca in Oakland.