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Last Updated: Mar 10, 2024 by Angela Latimer · 2 Comments

Mexican Recipes

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Mexican recipes offer something for everyone, whether a little spice, savory flavors, hearty meat dishes, or cheesy comfort foods. Here are a few of my favorite classic Mexican recipes that my family thoroughly enjoys, and yours will too! From homemade tortillas and fresh salsa to the best-ever beef empanadas, you'll find everything you need for a quality fiesta.

For more Tex-Mex, Mexican-inspired, and Mexican recipes, check out my Cinco de Mayo recipes, my favorite Mexican casseroles, and Mexican desserts!

Best Mexican recipes collection of authentic and traditional recipes like these albondigas, pico de gallo, and turkey carnitas.
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  • 1. Birria Tacos
  • 2. Refried Black Beans
  • 3. Beef Empanadas
  • 4. Flour Tortillas
  • 5. Elotes
  • 6. Beef Taco Seasoning
  • 7. Chicken Taco Seasoning
  • 8. Ground Beef Taco Meat
  • 9. Tacos Dorados
  • 10. Corn Fritters
  • 11. Salsa Roja
  • 12. Pico De Gallo
  • 13. Guacamole
  • 14. Salsa Verde
  • 15. Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 16. Fresh Pineapple Salsa
  • 17. Fresh Mango Salsa
  • 18. Caldo de Pollo
  • 19. Sopa de Chícharos
  • 20. Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • 21. Mexican Picadillo
  • 22. Albondigas
  • 23. Albondigas Soup
  • 24. Albondigas Tacos
  • 25. Slow Cooker Beef Cheek Tacos (Barbacoa de Cachete)
  • 26. Turkey Carnitas
  • 27. Instant Pot Chipotle Beef Barbacoa
  • 28. Carne Picada
  • 29. Cheese Enchiladas
  • 30. Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce
  • 31. Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
  • 32. Beef Enchiladas
  • 33. Ground Beef Taquitos
  • 34. Chicken Taquitos
  • 35. Corn Tortilla Quesadillas
  • 36. Chicken Quesadillas
  • 37. Fajita Quesadillas
  • 38. Steak Quesadillas
  • 39. Breakfast Quesadillas
  • 40. Prime Rib Quesaritos
  • 41. Steak Fajitas
  • 42. Chicken Fajitas
  • 43. Shrimp Fajitas
  • 44. Ground Beef Tacos
  • 45. Shredded Chicken Tacos
  • 46. Huevos Rancheros
  • 47. Chorizo and Eggs
  • 48. Arrachera (Mexican Steak For Tacos)
  • 49. Carne Asada
  • 50. Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks
  • 51. Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice
  • 52. Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice
  • 53. Coctel de Camarones (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)
  • 54. Torta
  • 55. Sofritas
  • 56. Chorizo Mussels
  • 57. Mexican Pralines
  • 58. Mexican Wedding Cookies
  • 59. Churros
  • 60. Tres Leches
  • 💭 Tips For Making Authentic Mexican Food
  • 📖 Recipe Card
  • Best Mexican Recipes: Pico De Gallo (+More Traditional Meal Ideas!)
  • 💬 Comments & Reviews

Sometimes, you just crave a big plate of Mexican food—or at least I do. Rice, beans, and something with a little spice often turn a rough day around.

I love making authentic Mexican recipes from scratch because you can taste the love and time poured into the meal. Below are a few of my family's favorites that are too good not to share!

1. Birria Tacos

Birria is a goat stew that is extremely versatile and jam-packed with flavor! Enjoy birria as a traditional taco, or make quesatacos by dunking the tortillas in birria broth, filling them with cheese, and frying until crispy!

Birria Tacos (Tacos de Birria, Quesabirria, or Quesatacos)
These flavorful Mexican Birria Tacos (Tacos de Birria, Quesabirria, or Quesatacos) are the perfect combination of sweet, sour, savory, slightly spicy, and a hint of smoky goodness! With this flavor-packed goat stew, you can serve it up as-is or make the crispiest, cheesiest tacos you’ll ever taste!
Check out this recipe
Mexican birria quesatacos served on black plate with queso fresco, lime, and cilantro.

2. Refried Black Beans

Refried black beans are a low-calorie Mexican side dish you can enjoy eating. A sprinkle of queso fresco on top, and you will forget just how healthy they are!

Best of all, you can use refried black beans in any way (or in any meal) you would use regular refried beans.

Refried Black Beans
These refried black beans are a quick, easy, and healthy side dish to complement any of your favorite Mexican dishes! Regardless of whether you are looking to keep your calories low, eating around dietary restrictions, or just want to enjoy some tasty refried black beans...you will love how flavorful they are! In just 20 minutes, you'll have the most delicious refried beans and will want to make them over and over again!
Check out this recipe
White bowl of refried black beans with garnishes on top.

3. Beef Empanadas

Tender, flaky empanada crust stuffed with a delicious ground beef filling and baked in the oven, what's not to love?

They are hearty, filling, and just the right size to eat with your hands!

Baked Beef Empanadas
These baked beef empanadas feature an easy-to-make dough that is stuffed with a delicious and flavorful beef filling! Perfectly hand-sized, they are great for a casual family dinner with a Mexican-flavored theme! Add your favorite Mexican condiments and side dishes, and get ready to enjoy!
Check out this recipe
Square image of beef empanadas.

4. Flour Tortillas

Any Mexican dinner is improved with a stack of warm, homemade tortillas on the table. When you make your own tortillas, you can make them any size you need, from street tacos to huge wraps!

Homemade Flour Tortillas
Soft, homemade flour tortillas are so incredibly easy to make that you'll have no excuse but to mix, roll, and pan-fry your own. Make them any size, from thick street taco-style tortillas to extra-large burrito wraps. Be sure to make extras, too, as these tasty tortillas are so popular that you'll be inspired to make wraps, quesadillas, and much more.
Check out this recipe
Soft homemade flour tortillas stacked in a tortilla warmer and ready to build your favorite taco night tacos.

5. Elotes

If you've ever enjoyed elotes from a street vendor, then you know just how delicious and refreshing it is! The perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy Mexican street corn makes any meal better.

Well, now there's no need to hunt down an elotes cart when you can make the real deal at home.

Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)
This Mexican street corn (also called Elotes) is exactly what you need on a fantastic and warm summer day! Roasted corn (or grilled) with a creamy garlic chipotle sauce and then topped with queso fresco and smoked paprika for a ton of tangy flavors! Serve it alongside your favorite Mexican dishes for an authentic and delicious meal!
Check out this recipe
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6. Beef Taco Seasoning

My homemade beef taco blend is the only seasoning you will ever need for beef tacos! It's a simple yet flavor-packed blend of herbs and spices without all the preservatives in store-bought seasoning.

Beef Taco Seasoning
This beef taco seasoning is an easy blend of dried herbs and spices that is perfect for making ground beef taco meat! 
Check out this recipe
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7. Chicken Taco Seasoning

Shredded chicken tacos are ten times tastier with homemade taco seasoning. Mix it with shredded chicken and spoon it onto tortillas for the easiest taco night ever!

Chicken Taco Seasoning (Better Than Store Bought!)
Chicken taco seasoning is made with simple ingredients from your spice cabinet. Forget the packaged stuff. 
Check out this recipe
Wide closeup of the measured out chicken taco seasoning ingredients on parchment paper.

8. Ground Beef Taco Meat

Perfectly seasoned ground beef, just waiting for tortillas and taco toppings. You can make it as spicy as you like using your favorite taco seasoning or adjusting the cayenne used in my taco seasoning mix.

Ground Beef Taco Meat
I can't think of anyone that doesn't love tacos loaded with this easy skillet-cooked, seasoned ground beef taco meat!
Check out this recipe
Square image of taco meat in a cast iron pan with a lime wedge.

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9. Tacos Dorados

Referred to as 'golden tacos' for their perfectly crisp, golden shell, tacos dorados are utterly delicious! The crispy shell won't fall apart on you, and you can dress them up with all of your favorite taco toppings and sauces.

Tacos Dorados
Tacos dorados, or 'golden tacos,' have a taco shell that is so amazing that you will never buy hard taco shells again! Warm tortillas are loaded with meat filling and then pan-fried to perfection. They are so good that you won't have any leftovers!
Check out this recipe
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10. Corn Fritters

Pan-fried Mexican corn fritters are super easy to make and can be served as part of any meal or as an appetizer! Make them spicy or not; it's up to you!

Mexican Corn Fritters
These Mexican corn fritters are an easy-to-make appetizer or side dish you can serve in only 15 minutes. Fresh corn and diced jalapeno are folded into a simple batter and then pan-fried until golden. They'll be toasted and crisp outside, with a tasty, tender center everyone loves.
Check out this recipe
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11. Salsa Roja

Learning to make homemade salsa roja is a skill you will utilize time and time again. Leave it chunky or blend it smooth, use it as a dip for chips, or drizzle it on your favorite Mexican dish; there are a million ways to serve this incredible salsa!

Roasted Salsa Roja
This salsa roja is an incredibly delicious homemade treat that only takes a few minutes to roast the vegetables and prepare! Leave it coarse or blend it to a smooth consistency, whichever way you like it! I like to finish my salsa in a cast iron skillet for an amazing flavor boost to this better than restaurant quality salsa!
Check out this recipe
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12. Pico De Gallo

Another traditional Mexican condiment, pico de Gallo, is incredibly versatile as well! This fresh vegetable salsa can be sprinkled over all your favorite Mexican foods, or scooped onto chips and enjoyed as-is!

Whip some up to make a big Mexican spread for Cinco de Mayo (or any occasion), or keep it in the fridge to add to eggs, baked potatoes, guacamole, whatever you like!

Pico De Gallo (Salsa Fresca)
This family-favorite pico de gallo recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors. It features just the right amount of heat from the jalapeno, complementing the freshness of the ingredients without overpowering them. Made with crisp onions, ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro, it's all mixed in ideal proportions to create an amazing homemade salsa. Simple to make, this is the best homemade salsa to pair with your beloved Mexican dishes and chips!
Check out this recipe
wide sideview image of pico de gallo with chips and fresh vegetables.

13. Guacamole

This is my tried and true guacamole recipe! It's fresh and limey, perfect for serving up on a summer day with a pitcher of margaritas.

Be prepared for this to be the appetizer everyone requests from you at parties! If you like variety, creamy guacamole and hatch chile guacamole are also favorites of mine.

Guacamole (How To Make The Best Ever Guacamole!)
This incredibly easy homemade Guacamole is the perfect combination of creamy avocado, lime, fresh cilantro, diced Roma tomatoes, and diced red onion that is seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika! Seriously tasty and addictive flavors from wonderfully fresh ingredients!
Check out this recipe
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14. Salsa Verde

Nothing beats an authentic salsa verde made from fresh tomatillos. A touch of jalapeno adds just the right amount of heat.

Like the salsa roja above, this green salsa can be put on any of your favorite Mexican foods or used as a dip on its own!

Salsa Verde
This salsa verde is loaded up with fresh tomatillos for an authentic homemade salsa that is so much better than the kind from the store! It is such a light and fresh salsa with just the right amount of lime that compliments the cilantro flavor and the heat of the jalapeno, just perfect! Pair it with chips, add it to dip, or use it to top off some of your favorite burritos, tacos, and more!
Check out this recipe
Wide image of salsa verde in a jar with tortilla chips.

15. Red Enchilada Sauce

My favorite recipe for homemade red enchilada sauce that will elevate all of your enchilada dinners. Beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, cheese, it tastes great on everything.

Easy Red Enchilada Sauce
This quick homemade red enchilada sauce elevates your enchiladas far beyond what you'd get with store-bought canned sauce. 
Check out this recipe
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16. Fresh Pineapple Salsa

Fresh fruit salsas are a great way to add vibrancy and crunch to your favorite Mexican dishes. Pineapple adds a wonderful juicy flavor and light sweetness that balances spicy meals.

Fresh Pineapple Salsa
This fresh pineapple salsa is an incredibly easy and refreshing recipe with the perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors! 
Check out this recipe
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17. Fresh Mango Salsa

Swap out pineapple for fresh diced mango for another versatile fruit salsa. It's the perfect condiment for everything from tacos to salads!

Fresh Mango Salsa
This fresh mango salsa is an incredibly refreshing and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in so many different ways!
Check out this recipe
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18. Caldo de Pollo

Caldo de Pollo is a wonderful soup for when you're feeling under the weather (or just because you're craving something comforting).

This Mexican chicken soup is full of fresh ingredients and a savory broth. It's a meal that warms the soul.

Mexican Chicken Soup (Caldo de Pollo Mexicano)
This tasty Mexican chicken soup (caldo de pollo) is a flavorful comfort food chicken soup with chicken, vegetables, peppers, and cilantro. Add avocado and lime when serving for a hearty, delicious, South-of-the-border version of homemade chicken soup that you will love.
Check out this recipe
Square image of a white bowl of caldo de pollo Mexicano.

19. Sopa de Chícharos

Sopa de Chícharos is a traditional Latin American soup made with green peas, similar to split pea soup. It's hearty and flavorful, perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.

Sopa de Legumes
Sopa de legumes (or Portuguese vegetable soup) is a rich, flavorful, and delicious veggie-based soup for any occasion!
Check out this recipe
Wide image of sopa de legumes (Portuguese vegetable soup).

20. Chicken Tortilla Soup

My chicken tortilla soup has a savory broth loaded with tender chicken and veggies, topped with crispy tortilla strips. Leave out the tortilla strips, and it makes a great freezer meal.

Chicken Tortilla Soup
This chicken tortilla soup combines common pantry staples for an amazingly flavorful soup that comes together in under an hour!
Check out this recipe
Tasty, easy chicken tortilla soup recipe with lots of flavorful chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, peppers, and more.

21. Mexican Picadillo

Picadillo is a hearty meat and potato hash that can be used in various ways! Enjoy it with eggs at breakfast time, or use it to fill burritos, tacos, empanadas, or whatever your heart desires!

A touch of jalapeno adds just a little kick, but not so much that it's overpowering.

Picadillo Mexicano
This picadillo Mexicano is a meat and potatoes dish featuring ground beef, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, vegetables, and fantastic seasoning. Picadillo is perfect for tacos, burritos, empanadas, chiles rellenos and so much more. Or serve it with some eggs for breakfast, as it's a spicier relative to the well-known breakfast hash.
Check out this recipe
Square image of picadillo Mexicano.

22. Albondigas

Albondigas are juicy Mexican meatballs with rice mixed right in. They're delicious on their own but also make great soups, sandwiches, and tacos.

Albondigas
These easy-to-make and super hearty Albóndigas are exceptionally tasty Mexican meatballs that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways!
Check out this recipe
Oven baked Albondigas in a bowl with sliced limes.

23. Albondigas Soup

Albondigas, or Mexican meatballs, are even more delicious when tossed into a savory soup. Fresh veggies and a brothy tomato base make this soup comforting and delicious, while the albondigas make it super filling!

Albondigas Soup
This Albóndigas soup (or Mexican meatball soup) is an incredibly rich, hearty, and delicious dinner your family will love! It is ridiculously tasty, loaded with a rich tomato and beef broth, plenty of my delicious albóndigas, and tons of colorful vegetables! In fact, it is perfect for a chilly night – or really any night!
Check out this recipe
Albondigas soup with carrot, onion, potato, and zucchini.

24. Albondigas Tacos

These Mexican meatball tacos are my favorite way to use up leftover albondigas. Not that you need to wait for leftovers, they are definitely worth whipping up a fresh batch.

Albondigas Tacos
Albondigas tacos are the most delicious Mexican meatball street tacos that will forever change your family taco nights!
Check out this recipe
Amazingly tasty albondigas tacos topped with cojita cheese and fresh chopped cilantro.

25. Slow Cooker Beef Cheek Tacos (Barbacoa de Cachete)

Beef cheek tacos, or barbacoa de cachete, is flavorful meat perfect for traditional Mexican tacos. The beef cheeks are cooked low and slow in the crockpot with a zesty blend of herbs and spices until perfectly tender.

Slow Cooker Beef Cheek Tacos (Barbacoa de Cachete)
These slow cooker beef cheek tacos (barbacoa de cachete) are the perfect hands-off meal for any day of the week! 
Check out this recipe
Wide image showing slow cooker beef cheek tacos.

26. Turkey Carnitas

Using leftover turkey to make delicious shredded turkey carnitas tacos is one of the best meals to make after the holidays! You can even swap out fresh raw turkey or chicken, and you can make it in your crock pot if you need something hands-off!

Leftover Turkey Carnitas
These super tasty Leftover Turkey Carnitas are my favorite way to use up leftover turkey meat! My turkey carnitas are the best use of your leftover turkey from holidays, hands down! Your family is sure to love these easy street style tacos any night of the week, and any time of the year!
Check out this recipe
square image showing a close up view of the turkey carnitas garnished and served with fresh homemade pico de gallo served on white corn tortillas on a white plate with light wood grain background

27. Instant Pot Chipotle Beef Barbacoa

Using your Instant Pot to cook up some chipotle barbacoa beef cheeks results in tasty beef that tastes like it was slow-roasted for hours. It's juicy and fall-apart-tender in just about 45 minutes.

Use this flavorful shredded beef in tacos, burritos, or any of the Mexican recipes on your menu.

Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks
I love these Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks for how super easy they are, while still being packed with amazing flavors! They're a great way to cook up your beef cheeks (or brisket, or even a roast works - rump or chuck!) for the ease and convenience we all know and expect from our instant pots or pressure cookers!
Check out this recipe
Super easy Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks make the best beef tacos ever!!

28. Carne Picada

Rich beefy carne picada is the most versatile beef taco filling you could ever make, and it tastes so incredibly delicious. It's a wonderfully quick and easy Mexican main dish to serve any night of the week.

Carne Picada
Carne picada is perfectly seasoned beef with tomatoes that can be used in anything from tacos to burritos and even chili! It's a classic Mexican recipe that is incredibly versatile and ridiculously easy to prepare. Your taco Tuesdays are about to get a whole lot better!
Check out this recipe
Wide image of a bowl of carne picada.

29. Cheese Enchiladas

The classic enchilada starts with lots of cheese, tortillas, saucy goodness, and more cheese! This crowd-pleasing dinner is easy to make and a winner for picky eaters.

See all of my tasty enchilada recipes in this great collection!

Cheese Enchiladas
These tasty, quick, and incredibly easy Cheese Enchiladas with red sauce are the weeknight Tex-Mex dinner you’ve been looking for! I make my own enchilada sauce and fill the enchiladas with lots of cheese so they’re the most perfectly flavorful enchiladas you’ll make!
Check out this recipe
Baked cheese enchiladas topped with more cheese, queso fresco, sliced olives, and cilantro.

30. Chicken Enchiladas with Green Sauce

Tangy verde enchilada sauce is even better homemade, especially on made-from-scratch shredded chicken enchiladas. Check out my favorite side dish selections for what to serve with enchiladas.

Chicken Enchiladas With Green Sauce
Chicken enchiladas with green sauce are perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any time you're craving some south of the border flavor!
Check out this recipe
Wide image of a plate of chicken enchiladas with green sauce, with a side of refried beans and Mexican rice.

31. Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

If sour cream is your favorite condiment for Mexican cuisine, you will obsess over my rich sour cream enchilada sauce. It's perfect for shredded chicken enchiladas!

Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Sour cream chicken enchiladas with green enchilada sauce are creamy, cheesy, and full of Mexican flavor that the whole family will enjoy!
Check out this recipe
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32. Beef Enchiladas

My classic beef enchiladas with rolled tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese. They're a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for a fiesta or weeknight dinner!

Beef Enchiladas
These homemade beef enchiladas are generously seasoned for a rich and bold flavor that your entire family will love!
Check out this recipe
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33. Ground Beef Taquitos

This tasty ground beef recipe is a family favorite - and what's not to love?! Tasty seasoned beef rolled up in corn tortillas and fried until delightfully crisp makes for a great finger food snack, taco night appetizer, or casual dinner.

Ground Beef Taquitos
Ground beef taquitos are an easy and flavorful Mexican dish that consists of rolled corn tortillas wrapped around a seasoned beef mixture! The ground beef is sauteed with yellow onion, green chiles, garlic, and a blend of savory seasonings, then it's all fried in the tortilla to crispy perfection! Top them off with your favorite Mexican food toppings for a delicious snack, easy lunch, or quick family dinner!
Check out this recipe
Wide image of ground beef taquitos.

34. Chicken Taquitos

Rolled tacos filled with seasoned chicken and fried until delectably crispy. They're perfect for snacking or as a tasty appetizer!

Chicken Taquitos
These chicken taquitos are made with corn tortillas rolled around a tasty filling made with seasoned chicken, garlic, and green chiles.
Check out this recipe
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35. Corn Tortilla Quesadillas

Corn tortillas are the traditional choice for tacos and quesadillas if you want to be as authentic as possible. See what to serve with quesadillas for my top side dish suggestions.

Corn Tortilla Quesadillas
Corn Tortilla Quesadillas combine the wonderful texture of corn tortillas with melted cheese and your favorite quesadilla fillings!
Check out this recipe
Corn tortilla quesadillas sliced and served with pico de gallo.

36. Chicken Quesadillas

Tender chunks of chicken, veggies, and lots of melted cheese sandwiched between two crispy tortillas. The fillings are customizable, as are the condiments you dip them in!

Chicken Quesadillas
These chicken quesadillas are a quick and easy dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner any day of the week! 
Check out this recipe
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37. Fajita Quesadillas

Everything you love about steak fajitas sandwiched between two crispy, cheesy tortillas. Best of all, it's ready to eat in 30 minutes!

Fajita Quesadillas
These fajitas quesadillas are quick and easy to make, loaded with delicious flavor, and ready to serve in under 30 minutes! 
Check out this recipe
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38. Steak Quesadillas

Tender steak and melted cheese between two crispy tortillas. They're perfect for a quick and satisfying meal and easy to customize with your favorite fillings and condiments.

Steak Quesadillas
Steak quesadillas are satisfying and easy to prepare, making them the perfect main course to pair with all your favorite Mexican side dishes! 
Check out this recipe
Wide close up image of sliced and stacked steak quesadillas.

39. Breakfast Quesadillas

All the breakfast classics come together for this epic breakfast quesadilla. It's fully loaded with cheese, eggs, bacon, and hashbrowns.

Breakfast Quesadillas
These breakfast quesadillas are hearty, filling, and packed with all of your favorite breakfast foods and flavors!
Check out this recipe
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40. Prime Rib Quesaritos

Tender leftover prime rib and gooey cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla. It's a fun take on traditional burritos that turns leftovers into a new Mexican-inspired meal worthy of any restaurant.

Prime Rib Quesaritos
My prime rib quesaritos are a delicious twist on a well-loved fast-food dish you can easily make at home using leftover prime rib.
Check out this recipe
Wide stacked image of prime rib quesaritos.

41. Steak Fajitas

Sizzling hot strips of pan-fried steak and vegetables. Whether you eat it in a tortilla or not is up to you! Check out what to serve with fajitas for the best side dishes.

Steak Fajitas
These steak fajitas are loaded with peppers, onions, and tender steak for a quick and easy dinner any night of the week!
Check out this recipe
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42. Chicken Fajitas

Tender strips of chicken, peppers, and onions, sauteed to tender perfection. You can load them up on tortillas or enjoy them as-is.

Chicken Fajitas
These chicken fajitas are simple and flavorful, plus they only take about 30 minutes from start to finish! 
Check out this recipe
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43. Shrimp Fajitas

Juicy shrimp, colorful peppers, and zesty seasoning all cooked to perfection Serve them sizzling hot, wrapped in warm tortillas for a flavorful Mexican fiesta!

Shrimp Fajitas
These shrimp fajitas are easy to prepare, loaded with flavor, and make the perfect Mexican-inspired family dinner any night of the week!
Check out this recipe
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44. Ground Beef Tacos

Perfectly seasoned ground beef that you can serve in crispy taco shells or flour tortillas with all the fixings. For side dish ideas, see what to serve with tacos.

Ground Beef Taco Meat
I can't think of anyone that doesn't love tacos loaded with this easy skillet-cooked, seasoned ground beef taco meat.
Check out this recipe
Square image of taco meat in a cast iron pan with a lime wedge.

45. Shredded Chicken Tacos

Tender shredded chicken piled high on corn or flour tortillas. The secret is in my homemade chicken taco seasoning!

Shredded Chicken Tacos
Savory shredded chicken tacos are an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will have fun making and eating together! 
Check out this recipe
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46. Huevos Rancheros

Huevos Rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast with fried eggs on tortillas and zesty red salsa. It's a flavorful and satisfying way to start your day with a perfect balance of spicy and savory flavors.

Huevos Rancheros
Huevos Rancheros is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican breakfast dish that consists of eggs, salsa, and tortillas!
Check out this recipe
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47. Chorizo and Eggs

Chorizo and eggs is a classic Mexican dish made with spicy chorizo sausage and scrambled eggs. It's a flavorful and satisfying breakfast option that's easy to make.

Chorizo and Eggs (Huevos con Chorizo)
This simple chorizo and eggs recipe, or huevos con chorizo, is a quick way to feed a savory and filling breakfast to a crowd!
Check out this recipe
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48. Arrachera (Mexican Steak For Tacos)

This flavorful Mexican steak is perfectly seasoned and grilled for the best street tacos. All you need is tortillas and a squeeze of lime.

Arrachera (Mexican Steak for Tacos)
Arrachera (Mexican steak for tacos) is marinated with lime juice and zesty sazon seasoning for the most tender and flavorful Mexican steak tacos! 
Check out this recipe
Wide image of sliced Arrachera steak on a cutting board.

49. Carne Asada

Tender beef marinated in a tangy citrus carne asada marinade for an authentic taco experience. It's a super easy way to elevate your taco Tuesdays.

Carne Asada
This carne asada is so incredibly flavorful and tender that it’s perfect for tacos, fajitas, burritos, or just enjoy it by itself! 
Check out this recipe
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50. Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks

Perfect for tacos or burritos, this dish is a delicious twist on traditional Mexican barbacoa. The meat is infused with chipotle flavor and cooks in half the time, thanks to your pressure cooker.

Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef
I love these Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks for how super easy they are, while still being packed with amazing flavors!
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Super easy Instant Pot Chipotle Barbacoa Beef Cheeks make the best beef tacos ever!!

51. Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice

Learn to make authentic Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice at home with this simple recipe. Perfect as a side dish or a flavorful base for your favorite Mexican dishes!

Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
Restaurant Style Mexican Rice recipe that delivers that authentic flavor is hard to find, but this recipe may just be the best!
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Delicious better than restaurant quality Mexican rice is easy to make at home!

52. Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice

With your Instant Pot, you can make flavorful cilantro lime rice in minutes. It's the perfect side dish for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.

Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice
This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice is an incredibly tasty rice side dish that is suitable for so many meals! 
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53. Coctel de Camarones (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail)

Coctel de Camarones is a refreshing Mexican shrimp cocktail with tomatoes, onions, avocado, and cilantro, all mixed in a tangy tomato-based sauce. It's perfect for a light lunch or appetizer, with fresh flavors and a hint of spice.

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This Coctel de Camarones (Mexican shrimp cocktail) is a delightfully fresh combination of shrimp and veggies in a clam and tomato sauce!
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54. Torta

This hearty Mexican sandwich features a soft telera roll piled high with carne asada, lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, and jalapenos. The toppings are customizable, of course.

Learn more about this popular Mexican sandwich here at what is a torta?

Mexican Torta
This Mexican torta is an incredibly popular sandwich that is loaded with carne asada and all of your favorite toppings!
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55. Sofritas

Sofritas is a tasty meat substitute made from seasoned tofu that can be used as a filling in tacos or burritos. It's a great way to add a delicious vegan twist to traditional Mexican dishes.

Sofritas
These sofritas feature crumbled tofu that has been tossed in a delicious sauce consisting of fresh veggies and flavorful spices! 
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56. Chorizo Mussels

Chorizo mussels offer a fusion of seafood and traditional Mexican cuisine. It's full of tender arborio rice, zesty tomato broth, and delicious mussels, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner.

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Chorizo Mussels is a dish that typically consists of fresh mussels cooked with Spanish chorizo sausage in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. 
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57. Mexican Pralines

Chewy pecan pralines are Mexican candies with a rich caramel flavor. They're so easy to make at home and only take about 10 minutes of prep, and you don't have to bake them.

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These Mexican pralines are a super rich and decadent kind of homemade candy that only take 10 minutes to prepare!
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58. Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican wedding cookies are delicate, buttery cookies coated in powdered sugar traditionally served for celebrations. They melt in your mouth and are a delightful addition to any festive occasion.

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These Mexican wedding cookies are melt-in-your-mouth, buttery, and rich cookies that are truly irresistible! 
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59. Churros

Crispy fried churros have become a staple fairground food in the United States, but they have been popular Mexican desserts for a long time. These crispy sticks of fried batter are coated in cinnamon sugar for a treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

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Delicious, flaky, and delightfully rich churros are a delectable fried pastry dough dessert that you will love to eat and make any day of the week! 
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60. Tres Leches

Moist and sweet, tres leches cake is a decadent dessert soaked in three types of milk, hence the name. Top it with your favorite fresh fruit to make this cake your own!

Tres Leches
Tres leches cake is a delightful dessert made with a decadently light white cake, a creamy 3 milk mixture, and a fluffy whipped topping.
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💭 Tips For Making Authentic Mexican Food

By incorporating these tips into your cooking, you can make delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine at home:

  1. Use fresh ingredients: Mexican recipes rely heavily on fresh produce like tomatoes, peppers, onions, cilantro, and avocados. Using fresh ingredients will enhance the flavors of your dishes.
  2. Get to know the Chilies: Chilies are a staple in Mexican cuisine and come in various shapes, sizes, and heat levels. Learn about different types of chilies, such as jalapeños, poblanos, serranos, and chipotles, and use them according to your desired level of heat.
  3. Don't forget the Lime: Lime juice adds a bright tanginess to foods. Squeeze fresh lime juice over tacos, guacamole, or grilled meats for an added depth of flavor.
  4. Salsa, salsa, and more salsa: Salsa is a versatile condiment that can be used as a dip, topping, or marinade. Learn how to make different types of salsa, such as pico de gallo, salsa verde, and salsa roja, to complement your dishes.

With tasty recipes like these up your sleeve, you can have a delicious Mexican meal whenever you please! Let me know which recipes you have tried or what you want to see added to my list by leaving a comment below!

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Mexican recipes offer something for everyone- be it a little spice, savory flavors, hearty meat dishes, or cheesy comfort foods! Here are a few of our favorite classic Mexican recipes that we thoroughly enjoy, and we think you will too!
Author | Angela Latimer
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 20kcal
Prep 5 minutes minutes
Cooking 0 minutes minutes
Total Time 5 minutes minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 4 medium tomatoes (3-4 vine tomatoes or 4-6 roma tomatoes - chopped)
  • 1 medium white onion (or red onion - chopped)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (seeds removed, chopped finely)
  • ½ cup cilantro (coarse chopped)
  • 1 lime (2 tablespoons freshly squeezed)
  • ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)

(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)

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Instructions
 

  • Combine chopped tomato, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. Squeeze juice from lime into mixture, add salt and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are coated with lime juice and seasoning.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 20kcal (1%) | Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) | Protein: 1g (2%) | Fat: 1g (2%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 180mg (5%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 599IU (12%) | Vitamin C: 14mg (17%) | Calcium: 12mg (1%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Cuisine American, Mexican
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  1. Juan says

    February 27, 2024 at 7:16 am

    4 stars
    Una muy buena selección de recetas mexicanas. Me encanta
    "A very good selection of Mexican recipes. I love"

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  2. Tania Bike says

    August 20, 2023 at 6:24 am

    5 stars
    J'adore la cuisine mexicaine
    J'adorerais manger dans un resto mexicain un jour😋

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