Latin American Cuisine Recipes

This Mexican-inspired chicken soup practically cooks itself. Just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and go. When you return, you'll have a rich, spicy...

Unlike traditional Mexican chili con carne, this version takes less than an hour to prepare, but it's just as delicious. Pumpkin seeds, vegetables, and spices give the dish a rich flavor, and...

Meatballs in pasta sauce are a great hearty dish for a big family dinner. They're quick to prepare and incredibly tasty with minimal fat. Add some bread crumbs, grated...

Taco soup is an American adaptation of the popular Mexican snack. It includes all the ingredients of a traditional taco: meat, beans, corn, vegetables, seasonings, and even tortillas. For...

Chocolate-covered strawberries are a wonderful accompaniment to champagne and a beautiful, delicious treat to gift-box and share with friends. The combination of juicy, sweet strawberries and...

This white stew is a milder version of the traditional Tex-Mex red chili con carne. It's made with grilled chicken, canned white beans, and chili peppers (which is where the dish gets its name...

If you're stuck at home in bad weather without fresh vegetables and meat, open your kitchen cabinets and, using what you have, prepare a delicious Mexican-style casserole the whole family will love. For...

This simplified version of the Mexican dish chili con carne uses white chicken and white beans instead of red meat and red beans. Other ingredients include onions, garlic, and lots of...

This guacamole, in addition to ripe avocados, includes onions, garlic, fiery serrano peppers, aromatic fresh cilantro, olive oil, and freshly squeezed lime juice—an explosion of vibrant flavors that will make you want to...

Mexican quesadillas are a delicious hot appetizer or breakfast the whole family will love. Large tortillas are topped with shredded, savory pepper jack cheese and shredded grilled chicken,...

This dish was inspired by the Texas chili con carne recipe, which, unlike the Mexican version, contains chunks of meat rather than ground beef and does not include beans. Instead, the sauce uses fried...

Mexican nachos are one of the most popular appetizers for large groups. They're a surefire option for any occasion, whether it's a friendly get-together watching a sports game or a treat at...

If you're looking for a hearty vegetarian dish packed with vibrant flavors, try Mexican chilaquiles. These are corn tortilla chips simmered in a rich sauce of roasted tomatoes and peppers...

Despite wontons' Asian origins, their flavor takes on a whole new dimension when filled with a mix of vegetables typical of Mexican cuisine: tomato, avocado, corn, and red pepper.

Mexican chimichangas are almost like a burrito, only baked in the oven. Chimichangas are filled with meat and served as a main dish with side dishes. This recipe features chimichangas made from...

Having friends over for the evening? Make a big batch of Mexican nachos for a treat. Corn tortilla chips are mixed with the filling, sprinkled with cheese, and baked in the oven for a few minutes to...

The Tequila Oasis cocktail tastes like a refreshing tropical oasis in the middle of the desert: pineapple juice, invigorating lime, orange notes of triple sec liqueur, and a splash of tequila to set the mood.

These delicious meat-filled picadillo pockets are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or on the go. They're a cross between a burrito and a patty. Picadillos are a Latin American...

This elegant Tex-Mex appetizer makes a great holiday treat. It features all the ingredients of a typical taco, but instead of being served on a tortilla, it's served in an edible, crispy...

Booya is a stew, or thick, ragout-like soup, prepared in the northern United States for large gatherings, at fairs, community celebrations, and for potlucks. Booya is typically cooked in large cauldrons,...

Try these unusual Mexican tacos without meat. Despite this, they're filling, nutritious, and packed with the distinctive flavor of Mexican spices. Warmed or fried...

This casserole combines a host of vibrant Mexican ingredients, layered and baked under a cheese crust: tortillas, green tomatillo salsa, cooked rice,...

This burger was inspired by the Mexican snack chile relleno—a poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, meat, and vegetables. The sandwich is a deconstructed version of this snack, but it...

Agua fresca is a type of Mexican soft drink. Unlike juices, agua fresca consists primarily of fresh water, which is flavored with various fruits, flowers, and syrups. The drink...

Kiwi, mango, and papaya are delicious on their own, but when they're combined in a bowl and topped with mint, the flavor becomes even more refreshing and vibrant. All the fruits are cut into identical, small pieces...

Stuffed poblano peppers with corn filling are a Mexican vegetarian appetizer that looks elegant and festive, yet is surprisingly easy to prepare. In pre-baked...

This delicious chicken with a crispy, spicy crust is a must-have for any holiday or family dinner. Infuse it with extraordinary flavor by marinating it overnight in a mixture of beer and...

We use real Mexican chocolate, sold in discs. This chocolate isn't everyone's cup of tea on its own, but when mixed with milk, it becomes a fabulously delicious...

Migas is a popular breakfast dish in Spain and Latin America, typically cooked in a skillet using day-old bread, fresh vegetables, and eggs. Migas, prepared in the Tex-Mex style...

No matter how many Mexican empanadas you bake with this sweet filling, they're always a hit. How can you resist the crispy shell and soft caramel filling of these pastries?

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...

Roasting under a brick allows you to cook whole chickens in a pan so they cook evenly and look as festive as if they've just come out of the oven. A brick wrapped in foil acts as a weight,...

This juicy, refreshing Mexican-style salad is a great way to use honeydew melon. It's diced and tossed with traditional Latin American seasonings: lime juice,...

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...

To cook a juicy and tender beef tenderloin with a crispy crust, you need to prepare the grill for direct and indirect heat zones, where the meat should first be thoroughly browned, and then...

A unique appetizer of fried tomatillo slices in a crispy breading, served with a juicy salad of apples and fried ham. To fry the tomatillo slices,...

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...