Mexican Cuisine Recipes

A slow cooker helps you prepare this delicious and hearty chili in minutes. It would take hours on the stovetop. A generous amount of spices and some canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce...

Posole soup comes in the three colors of the Mexican flag: green, white, and red. Posole blanco (white) is known for its rich pork broth. Posole rojo (red), the traditional and most...

These vibrant rainbow nachos taste as incredible as they look. Five vibrant colors and five different flavors mean there's something for everyone—perfect for a crowd! Arrange on a baking sheet...

Keep this tried-and-true guacamole recipe on hand for a delicious and healthy party appetizer ready in minutes. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more...

This taco spit will delight your guests: a huge stack of tender pork loin slices is skewered on a pineapple-inserted spit and topped with a pineapple crown. The stack is sliced...

"As a child, I could eat a whole bowl of my mother's 'arroz con elotes' (rice with corn)," recalls Marcela Valladolid. "Every Mexican family makes this side dish in one form or another, but..."

Pinto beans are simmered in a rich, savory sauce with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and guajillo chili until perfectly tender and flavorful. Serve as a taco filling with...

Pipián is a traditional Mexican sauce (also known as green mole), with roots in Aztec and Mayan cuisine. The main ingredient is pumpkin seeds, which are used to thicken the tomatillo sauce...

Chicharrón en salsa verde is a popular Mexican dish made with crispy pork rinds and a green tomatillo salsa (salsa verde). The rinds are slowly simmered in a thick sauce until slightly...

Nachos, loaded with melting cheese and a rich, meaty sauce, are a great appetizer for house parties and sports nights. Tomatillos and...

This mushroom and asparagus quesadilla makes a wonderful vegetarian dinner that everyone will love. The vegetables are layered on a tortilla generously sprinkled with cheese, then folded in half and...

Skirt steak is a relatively inexpensive cut that's perfect for everyday cooking. Being quite tough, it pairs well with marinades, which also adds flavor. Prepare...

Traditional Mexican salsa verde (green salsa) is made with tomatillos, which, when baked, impart a deeper, richer flavor with a hint of sweetness. Bake with...

This hearty sandwich is filled with complex ingredients that work harmoniously together in both flavor and texture. Chili con carne, meat-filled tamales, Manchego cheese, and...

A topping of sour cream, tomatoes, red onion, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle sauce elevates traditional guacamole to a whole new level. Plus, it makes the appetizer look more...

This delicious fruit salad is the perfect way to use kombucha as a marinade while preserving all its beneficial properties. Since the kombucha is not heated in this recipe, the live...

Prepare homemade Mexican chorizo ​​sausage specifically for the filling of this quesadilla. Simply mix ground pork with traditional Mexican chorizo ​​spices: ancho chili,...

The simplest guacamole recipe includes avocado, jalapeño pepper, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. Simply mash the guacamole with a fork in a bowl and serve immediately as an appetizer with chips for dipping.

Unlike tacos, tostadas are made on crispy corn tortillas and served unwrapped as an appetizer or main course. This recipe uses grilled beef...

The star of this quesadilla is the grilled steak. It's made from an inexpensive cut of beef steer, which, when properly grilled and thinly sliced, turns out incredibly juicy and tender.

Rub chicken breasts with chili powder paste and grill them with corn tortillas for simple and delicious tacos that are easy to make midweek. Serve the finished...

Even meat-eaters will love these vegetarian tacos. The combination of cremini mushrooms and oyster mushrooms adds a vibrant flavor and aroma, making the tacos meaty, while green beans and crisp jicama add...

These Mexican chocolate cookies boast a rich flavor with warming notes of cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Made by cutting, they're crispy on the outside and soft in the center. Try them...

Sweet watermelon, refreshing mint, and spicy jalapeño—seemingly incompatible ingredients combine to create a luscious summer salsa that can be served as an appetizer with tortilla chips. For...

Chip dip is a versatile appetizer that's always a hit with everyone. Whether you're making it for a family movie night or a fun house party, the more dips, the...

Apples are a rather unexpected ingredient in salsa verde, a green salsa made with tomatillos and chili peppers. The fruit is baked alongside the vegetables, enhancing the sweetness of the baked tomatillos. This sauce is made with...

This aromatic Mexican salsa perfectly combines the smoky flavor of unpeeled roasted tomatoes with the mild heat of serrano peppers and the refreshing aroma of cilantro. Whether you're using a blender or...

The American Lowcountry region of South Carolina encompasses the Atlantic Ocean coastline, and its cuisine is correspondingly rich in seafood dishes, which is reflected in this nacho recipe....

Mexican tamales are small pieces of corn dough filled with fillings, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed. These small tamales are perfect for parties, and more...

Fire up the grill and roast tomatillos, onions, and garlic for the most delicious Mexican salsa with wonderful smoky notes. The salsa is also infused with fragrant fresh cilantro,...

Grilled pineapple adds a tropical, sweet flavor to classic guacamole, perfectly balancing the heat of the habanero pepper. If you prefer a milder version, don't forget...

Mexico meets India in this delicious vegetarian burrito, filled with chickpea curry and a fresh cucumber and tomato salsa. Make it for breakfast or take it on the go for...

Pasta horns are tossed with chicken, corn, black beans, onions, and tomatoes in a creamy cilantro dressing for a delicious, filling Mexican-inspired salad. Perfect for...

This tomato cream soup is a creamy version of gazpacho. It's also quick and easy to make and served chilled with a cheese quesadilla. In addition to pepper jack cheese, the quesadilla filling also includes black bean puree.

A cheesy Mexican chicken enchilada will turn any dinner into a true fiesta. Valerie Bertinelli adds grilled chicken to the filling, but she doesn't skimp on the sauce, because the sauce...

Make it fish day today and treat your loved ones to these amazing salmon tacos. Even those who say they don't like fish will love it this way! The salmon is generously sprinkled with chili powder, grilled...

The Paloma (Little Dove) is one of the most popular Mexican tequila-based cocktails, rivaling the more famous Margarita in flavor. It's made with lime and grapefruit juice,...

Cincinnati chili is a hearty meat stew infused with the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Ground beef is simmered in a tomato sauce with chili peppers, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, and allspice, and...

The star of this recipe is the Mexican vinaigrette with lime and cilantro. It serves two purposes in chicken tacos. First, it marinates the juicy chicken. Second, it transforms ordinary...

Cheese dip with spinach and artichokes is a popular appetizer for house parties and sports nights. It's typically served in a bowl with chips or crackers for dipping, but this...

This quesadilla is filled with melty cheese, roasted poblano peppers, and chicken pieces, all sandwiched between warm tortillas. Cut the quesadilla into wedges and serve as an appetizer with...

Carnitas is a Mexican one-pot dish made by slowly simmering pork in butter or lard with spices. After a while, you'll see the meat transform from...

These steak tacos (carne asada) are perfect for both home cooking and picnics, replacing traditional barbecues. Take the packaged marinated steak with you when you're heading out (or...

Carne asada is a traditional Mexican grilled meat dish. Beef steak is marinated in a tangy citrus puree, grilled, then thinly sliced ​​and served with a variety of side dishes. Most often...

Cabbage leaves, lightly steamed in hot water until pliable and bright green, are perfect for making burritos instead of tortillas or pita bread. Steam the whole bunch and store...

Grill sweet corn and juicy, ripe tomatoes for a delicious summer salsa. Spoon the salsa over scrambled eggs with grilled chorizo ​​sausage and wrap in warm...