Latin American Cuisine Recipes

Arroz con pollo (Spanish: arroz con pollo) is a popular Latin American rice dish with chicken and a variety of spices and vegetables, including green beans and green olives stuffed with...

This recipe unlocks the secret to Chipotle's famous guacamole. Using equal parts freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice yields a rich, creamy guacamole.

Although you can find a wide variety of guacamole recipes online, adding various vegetables, the traditional version of this appetizer is the simplest and most delicious. Besides avocado, you...

Pernil is a baked pork ham from Latin American cuisine, typically prepared for Christmas and other major holidays. In this recipe, the ham is marinated in a very spicy marinade with...

Crispy Mexican pastries filled with a spicy ground beef and bell pepper filling are deep-fried until golden brown and served as an appetizer with homemade aioli. They can be...

These hearty nachos are loaded with deliciousness, including fried smoked sausage, beans, pickled jalapeños, and plenty of gooey cheese sauce and guacamole. All the flavors work harmoniously together...

This creative take on nachos features shredded grilled chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese dressing on top of dense corn chips. All these ingredients make this appetizer a delicious...

This delicious, crispy quesadilla is filled with gooey, savory Pepper Jack cheese, juicy shrimp, roasted bell pepper slices, and fragrant cilantro. To ensure the tortilla has a delicious, crispy coating...

Give traditional guacamole a fresh summer twist by adding avocado and some seasonal fruit. Strawberries and mango are a perfect pairing for a fresh, flavorful snack paired with...

This delicious guacamole is made with onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, lime, cilantro, and, of course, mango, the perfect fruit for adding tropical flavor and a touch of sweetness to balance out the...

A honey-jalapeno marinade softens the tough flank steak, and after grilling, the meat becomes perfectly juicy for these hearty fajitas. Slice the steak thinly across the grain and serve...

Agua fresca is a popular drink in Central America, rich in vitamins and a great thirst quencher. It's essentially a cocktail of water and fresh fruit. Giada de Laurentiis suggests trying it...

Surprise your loved ones with this easy-to-make yet unique Mexican-inspired dinner. Tostadas (crispy corn tortillas) are served with a turkey tomato sauce topping, a refreshing cabbage...

Tostadas are a Mexican appetizer made from crispy corn tortillas and served with a variety of toppings. If you're a fan of sushi and sashimi, this Latin American version with fresh tuna will be...

With this recipe, Ina Garten proves that even a snack like nachos, typically served while watching a sports match, can be elegant. Expect an incredibly delicious combination of chips, crab,...

Arroz rojo, or red rice with vegetables, is a traditional side dish served throughout Mexico. The recipe is quite simple, but the dish is rich in flavor, and its distinctive red hue comes from...

This green Margarita impresses not only with its vibrant appearance but also with its invigorating flavor and chili pepper heat. Its vibrant color comes from the juice of spinach, cucumber, and serrano pepper. Garnish the rim...

These pulled pork tostadas are easy to customize to suit your family's tastes and preferences. You can add refried beans, guacamole, or a fruit salsa like mango to the basic filling! And...

This recipe combines two popular American Southern dishes: pulled pork and chili con carne. Pork shoulder, beans, and a whole host of spices and herbs, including chili, are simmered in...

Crispy corn tortillas are served with sautéed ground turkey, flavorful spices, vegetables, and sour cream for a delicious Mexican-inspired dinner the whole family will love. If you're not...

Taquitoes are Mexican corn tortilla tubes filled with meat, cheese, and vegetables, which are fried in oil until crispy and served as an appetizer with salsa. Taquitoes,...

If you have leftover roast turkey in the fridge and a jar of canned tomatoes in the pantry, these tacos are ready in minutes. Just heat everything up...

Making a rich ancho chili sauce takes time. Be sure to toast it first, as this will give it a more complex, smoky flavor. Then marinate the shrimp in this sauce...

Ceviche is typically made with raw fish and is considered an integral part of Peruvian cuisine. If fresh fish isn't available, try this version made with boiled shrimp. Slice them...

Poblano rice (or arroz poblano) is typically cooked in Mexico with a green chili sauce, which is added to the rice while it's cooking. In this recipe, instead of sauce, we'll simply add chopped poblano peppers. With it...

To make this simple Mexican appetizer, combine tomatillos with avocado and spoon the paste into crispy tortillas. Top with canned refried beans,...

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...

This flank steak roll with a rich, savory filling is reminiscent of the Argentinean matambre roll, whose name translates from Spanish as "hunger killer." The succulent beef is stuffed with vegetables,...

This recipe makes the Brazilian Caipirinha, a cocktail made with cachaça, lime, and sugar, even more tropical: simply replace the lime juice with fresh pineapple! Add plenty of mint, and enjoy!

Who can resist this sweet and spicy blend of tender ground beef, raisins, almonds, and olives on soft potato buns with garlic mayonnaise? Picadillo is a ground meat dish popular in...

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...

"Pasticho is a Venezuelan version of lasagna, and in my opinion, it's a cross between a croque-monsieur and an Italian lasagna," shares recipe author Larisa Alvarez. "It has a rich flavor..."

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...

Soft chocolate cookies with coffee notes are filled with caramel buttercream, so you can enjoy the luxurious taste of a mocha with every bite. The caramel flavor adds a touch of...

"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...