Mexican Cuisine Recipes

This Mexican empanadas recipe uses store-bought puff pastry, making it much easier to make. All you need to do is prepare the picadillo filling—ground beef simmered in...

On a Sunday morning, when you're in no rush, treat yourself to a special Mexican-style huevos rancheros, or country-style eggs. This dish consists of fried eggs...

The Mexican dish tostadas is a rich, spicy filling served on crispy tortillas. In addition to flavorful stewed sweet potatoes, the filling also includes refried black beans (for...

These hearty, juicy beef burgers combine all the traditions of Mexican cuisine, and they're easy to prepare, even if you live thousands of miles from the New World. All the ingredients...

Although the name of the Mexican snack queso fundido translates from Spanish as "melted cheese," it's more than just cheese. It's a thick, filling dip filled with meat, chili peppers, beans,...

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a hearty Mexican breakfast of huevos rancheros, or country-style scrambled eggs. This dish is popular among ranchers in Mexico—before heading out to work on the farm, they...

Black bean burgers are a hit with both vegetarians and meat eaters. They're much healthier than traditional beef patty sandwiches, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and also contain...

These tacos, created by Shauna Havey, are filled with a succulent filling of fried chicken and vegetables, seasoned with Asian spices. In this recipe, the food photographer deviates from traditional ingredients, and...

A chimichanga is a popular Mexican dish consisting of a filling wrapped in a tortilla and fried in oil. Essentially, it's a souped-up burrito. Chimichangas are traditionally filled with beef...

This seemingly ordinary bean dish will captivate everyone with its unusual fruity flavor. Strawberries in barbecue sauce may seem like a strange combination at first glance, but once you...

This light and juicy salad combines all the elements of a Mexican taco, and it's just as easy to make: just a little frying, a little chopping, and your salad bowl will be full of vibrant greens, juicy meat...

Enchiladas are traditional Mexican dishes made from neat tubes of stuffed corn tortillas baked in a tomato and cheese sauce. This casserole could be called a "lazy" enchilada...

Pickled chili peppers are a versatile ingredient that's a must-have for anyone who enjoys spicy, savory food. They can be added to any appetizer or dish you'd normally...

An interesting way to prepare avocados that aren't ripe enough for guacamole or salads. Thin slices are tossed with jalapeños, cilantro, and lime zest, then drizzled with a spicy marinade...

Pickled red onions are an inexpensive treat that you can make round and keep a jar in the fridge for serving with various appetizers and dishes. It won't take you more than 10...

Pickled hot peppers with garlic can be preserved in jars for the winter. Spicy food lovers will appreciate having a jar of these fiery peppers in their fridge. Pickled jalapeño rings are the perfect...

Making Mexican-style pizza couldn't be easier. Its base is a ready-made wheat tortilla. This is convenient when you need to make several individual pizzas. Top each tortilla with...

Beef brisket is an ideal cut for slow cooking. Although it's quite tough and riddled with connective tissue, after a long braising, the meat becomes very juicy with...

A thick cheese and mayonnaise spread infused with refreshing pickled pimento peppers (also known as cherry peppers). The peppers are blended with grated sharp cheddar and finished with...

Two contrasting sauces merged in one bowl: mayonnaise and Argentine chimichurri, made with a generous amount of chopped fresh herbs. The result was a lighter, refreshing dressing...

The popular Chihuahua cocktail, named after the Mexican state, is a mix of silver tequila, orange liqueur, and citrus juice, and when paired with a quality sparkling wine (for example,...

The traditional Mexican quesadilla quickly evolved into an Italian version, thanks to several Mediterranean ingredients. But it remains just as filling and incredibly delicious. Wheat tortillas...

This bite-sized appetizer blends the contrasting flavors of smoked chorizo, crispy bacon, and sweet, caramelized dates. The pitted dates are filled with cubes...

This delicious Mexican-inspired dip, loaded with corn kernels, chili peppers, and other vegetables, is a filling crowd-pleaser served piping hot with chips...

This recipe is suitable for spicy Mexican chorizo ​​sausages, which, unlike Spanish smoked chorizo, are sold raw and require cooking. The easiest and most delicious way is...

These flatbreads are made with masa harina flour, made from specially processed corn. This flour is widely used in Latin American countries, especially Mexico, for various baked goods,...

Make a savory relish with black-eyed beans, which makes a great appetizer for a main course. It can also be spread on bread, used in sandwiches, or wrapped in...

Corn on the cob is grilled until charred and immediately served with a dollop of herb butter, crumbled cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro. These additions...

Chef Mark Murphy's quick and easy recipe for corn on the cob. When grilling corn, don't remove the husks; just split the cob open and use the husks to create a handle...

Pinto beans are a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine. The simplest version is simmered in chicken broth with onions, chili powder, and bacon, which imbues the dish with a rich and complex flavor.

This healthy vegetarian burrito is meatless, but the generous amount of beans makes it packed with protein, and the chipotle pepper powder infuses it with a subtle smoky flavor, so even meat-eaters...

This slushie was inspired by the traditional Mexican drink, the michelada, which consists of beer that Mexicans like to flavor with lime juice and a dash of hot sauce. Instead...

This refreshing salad is a great idea for a light summer appetizer. The crisp, juicy texture of both watermelon and jicama makes a perfect pairing, and their contrasting flavors are just the thing...

Make a delicious and interesting breakfast with scrambled eggs, served with vegetables in Mexican fajitas on warm wheat tortillas. The eggs are fried in a pan and mixed with a generous amount of...

In addition to avocado, this light summer salad includes jicama (radish can be substituted), mango, and pineapple. All these ingredients infuse the dish with a variety of contrasting textures and flavors that...

Mexican tacos are a fun dinner idea for a large group. Served on tortillas, this dish looks informal and invites a fun time. Taco fillings include...

Before cooking, bring the meat to room temperature to ensure even cooking on all sides. Thick ribeye steaks will only need 5 minutes per side for medium-rare...

The secret to the amazing flavor of this oven-baked red fish lies in the topping of butter mixed with crushed garlic and lime zest, which infuses the salmon with a creamy...

Mexican tostadas differ from tacos in that they are served on crispy corn tortillas. The filling is also primarily meat and vegetables. For the filling, prepare ground beef,...

Mexican-style scrambled eggs are a hearty dish packed with vegetables and vibrant Southern flavors. The eggs are added to the pan after the green onions and hot peppers have been sautéed in butter.

The only difference between this drink and the famous Tequila Sunrise is that instead of tequila, it uses its "big brother," mezcal, which has a more pronounced aroma and flavor. The rest...

Serve grilled shrimp with a mushroom and vegetable medley as Mexican fajitas on warm wheat tortillas. Peel and marinate the shrimp in a lime-paprika mixture before grilling.

Ripe summer squash can even be used in Mexican fajitas. They add a generous amount of fiber, and their neutral flavor complements other, more vibrant flavors beautifully.

Enjoy the taste of classic fajitas served in restaurants. This recipe uses only the essential ingredients of this Mexican dish: beef, bell peppers, onions, and cheese. Nothing fancy, but the flavor...

This salad beautifully combines the contrasting textures of firm corn kernels, tender avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp onions. And for a more vibrant summer flavor, add a hint of smoky...

This hearty salad is made with cooked white rice, infused with the richness of vegetables and vibrant Mexican flavors. Combine the rice with halved lettuce...

Prickly pear fruit can be used as a main ingredient in delicious, invigorating cocktails. To do this, scoop it out of the peel (wear gloves!) and simmer it with sugar until...

Corn on a stick, or elote (Spanish for corn), is a popular street snack in Mexico. Moreover, the corn isn't simply served with salt, but prepared with a distinctive local flavor. Corn...

A spicy serrano pepper adds a fiery Mexican flavor to the Margarita, a cocktail considered to originate in Mexico. Besides the drink's main ingredients—tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice—...

This popsicle surprise warms and cools at the same time. To freeze it, all you need is limeade (or lime lemonade), which pairs perfectly with the spicy jalapeño pepper and all the...