Tex-Mex Recipes

A salad of grilled corn, avocado, red onion, and fresh chili peppers topped with creamy guacamole and tart tomatillos and served as an appetizer or side dish with meat. It's also excellent...

Taco-flavored pizza is a must-try for all lovers of these two dishes. An Italian classic with Mexican influences – it's absolutely delicious! Especially for this...

Salmon fillet baked on a bed of red onion and tomatillo (a type of physalis) results in a perfectly juicy and tender finish. Served with roasted vegetables, the tomatillo's fruity tartness complements the dish perfectly.

Get ready for shrimp and rice in a thick, savory tomatillo sauce with onion, cilantro, fresh jalapeño, and garlic. Tomatillos, a staple in Mexican cuisine, add...

Breaded fried chicken served on toasted slices of white bread with pickles, fresh iceberg lettuce, and smoked chipotle mayonnaise. This recipe uses chicken cutlets made from...

Seafood belongs on the grill! A special marinade gives these shrimp skewers a tropical, citrusy flavor, while a topping of toasted coconut, cilantro, and chopped peanuts adds...

This hearty meat pie is made in the style of the Mesoamerican dish tamales. The beef and bean filling is coated in a thick layer of cornmeal, sprinkled with cheese, and baked in the oven...

This recipe is reminiscent of Jewish shakshuka: eggs are simmered in a sauce. Only this time, instead of tomato sauce, it's in a green salsa verde made with tomatillos. The sauce also...

Beans are rich in fiber and protein and delicious with melted cheese. This casserole cooks in the microwave in just 10 minutes and is perfect for a delicious and healthy mid-morning meal.

These Mexican-style chicken fingers aren't breaded with regular breadcrumbs, but with crushed tortilla chips. Try to find low-salt chips...

This salad is made with popular Mexican taco fillings: jalapeños, shredded chicken, greens, radishes, red onion, cheese, and jicama. To soften the red onion flavor, soak...

While many meatball recipes call for a slice of white bread to be added to the ground meat, this recipe uses tortilla chips. The finished meatballs are served with fried bell peppers and onions (a popular...

This Mexican take on the Bloody Mary uses mezcal instead of vodka. This cocktail begs for appetizers. Make them Mexican, too! Garnish each glass with a...

Instead of traditional Mexican tortillas, these mini tacos are made on baked potato skins. Top the skins with all the taco ingredients—chicken (baked or grilled), cheese, salsa,...

Bone-in pork shoulder is ideal for long-term oven roasting. The meat turns out incredibly juicy and falls apart deliciously. For roasting, you'll need a casserole dish with a lid...

If you suddenly decide to treat your family to delicious tacos, a slow cooker is your savior! It handles even frozen ground meat with ease, and the taco filling will be ready in minutes. Serve with any...

Before grilling, the chicken breast is marinated for a few minutes in a flavorful mixture containing chipotle peppers, which imparts not only a piquant flavor but also a slight smoky note that enhances the aroma of the charcoal grill. Not...

Salsa Roja (Spanish for red salsa) is made with roasted tomatoes and three types of chili peppers: jalapeño, chile de árbol, and chipotle for a smoky flavor. Fresh cilantro infuses the sauce...

This party appetizer combines two popular ingredients: guacamole and deviled eggs. Soft avocado and egg yolk, with a touch of sour cream, whip up easily...

This luscious, sweet, and tangy Caribbean salsa features a harmonious blend of mango, fresh habanero pepper, cilantro, and lime. Keep in mind that the habanero pepper is very hot, so be sure to remove...

Challenge all the rules of classic salsa and make it with zucchini instead of tomatoes! This recipe requires only young zucchini and squash with tender skin and juicy flesh that...

This recipe will help you master the art of preparing store-bought mac 'n' cheese, making it a homemade dish that's super meaty, juicy, and delicious. And the crispy corn chip topping with gooey cheddar...

A burrito is a great way to pack maximum flavor, nutrition, and texture into a thin tortilla, making it a great option to enjoy any time of day, at home, at work, or on the go. This burrito...

This hearty and nutritious dish is equally good for breakfast or dinner. The juicy beef patty is served with creamy cornmeal, a fried egg, braised kale, and green...

This recipe combines two popular game-watching appetizers into one delicious dinner idea for a crowd. The tacos are made in a ring shape, perfect for serving with a dipping sauce...

Combine two popular appetizers—nachos and Buffalo chicken—in one dish for the perfect treat for a house party. The recipe is surprisingly simple, and you can use...

Inspired by traditional salsa verde (green salsa), this sauce is made with tomatillos, poblano peppers, and green onions that are roasted until blackened, then blended into a thick salsa with...

The tomatillo (a type of tomato plant) has a more tart flavor than the common tomato. It's ideal for a savory green salsa, and for a deeper, richer flavor, roast it...

"I fell in love with the name 'Whoopie Pie' even before I tried it," recalls Manit Chauhan. "In fact, it was the first dessert (with carrot halva) that I included in my dessert list..."

"Potato pancakes are my favorite way to enjoy potatoes for breakfast!" says Giada De Laurentiis. "Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're just perfect. For Valentine's Day, I..."

A light and crispy corn tortilla is served with shredded Yucatan-style chicken, marinated in orange juice and grilled. The chicken is complemented by a fresh red pepper salad...

Pimento cheese spread is a popular American snack made with cheddar, mayonnaise, and sweet pickled peppers, typically served with crackers. With this recipe, you can easily transform...

This traditional Texas dish is easy to make, delicious, and nutritious. The main ingredients are pinto beans, meat, and a touch of spice. To make it easier, use...

Refreshing lime and smoky chipotle pepper make this fragrant butter the perfect pairing for sweet corn. Brush it on the cob or simply set it out for dipping.

Chocolate truffles are easy to make at home, and you can be confident in the quality and naturalness of their ingredients. You can also create truffles with a variety of unusual flavors and...

Poach spinach-wrapped chicken breasts in a rich onion-vermouth broth and serve with a creamy lemon risotto drizzled with a fragrant, aromatic spinach salsa verde.

This soup is infused with the flavors of Mexican tacos. It's made with chicken, fire-roasted corn, poblano peppers, tomatoes, and corn tortillas, which help thicken it and give it a velvety...

Pumpkin seeds are rich in magnesium, which can be difficult to get in sufficient quantities from a typical diet. Roast pumpkin seeds with warming spices like cumin and...

Chicken Veracruz is a succulent chicken breast cooked Mexican-style. The chicken is fried until crispy, then simmered until tender with tomatoes, poblano peppers,...

The star of this Mexican-inspired casserole is grilled chicken, cooked with rice, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, and a ton of melty cheese. The filling is layered with corn tortillas and fried in...

Edible tortilla bowls are a unique yet simple way to serve chicken in a fun way. Simply roll the tortillas as directed and bake until firm and crispy.

This Tex-Mex-style salad is a delicious combination of chicken, beans, roasted corn, juicy iceberg lettuce, avocado, and chili peppers. Everything you love about tacos, just skip it...

If you have taco ingredients on hand but don't have time to assemble the tacos themselves, make a taco salad. For this Tex-Mex-inspired salad, you'll need some grilled chicken (you can...

This flavorful soup is quick and easy to make in a slow cooker. Its pleasant smoky flavor comes from the combination of ground ancho and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, two popular Mexican spices. This...

This easy-to-make cocktail will delight you with its surprising flavor and unexpected heat from the jalapeño pepper. To tone down the heat, you can remove the seeds. Another...