mexican Recipes
92 delicious mexican recipes from around the world
Agua de Horchata
A refreshing and creamy Mexican beverage made from soaked rice, almonds, and cinnamon. It's a delightful, sweet drink perfect for any occasion, especially when served chilled over ice.
Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Iced Tea)
A vibrant and refreshing cold beverage made from dried hibiscus flowers, offering a beautiful ruby-red color and a delightful tangy flavor. Perfect for hot days.
Aguachile
A vibrant and refreshing raw shrimp dish from Sinaloa, Mexico, where shrimp are 'cooked' in a zesty marinade of lime juice and fiery serrano chilies. This dish is known for its intense spiciness and is often served as a refreshing appetizer or light meal.
Albondigas en Chipotle
Tender, flavorful beef meatballs simmered in a rich, smoky chipotle-tomato sauce. A classic Mexican comfort food.
Arroz con Leche
A classic Mexican comfort dessert, Arroz con Leche is a creamy and sweet rice pudding infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Atole
A warm, comforting, and thick Mexican beverage made from masa harina, water, and infused with cinnamon and piloncillo. Often enjoyed as a breakfast drink or alongside tamales.
Baja-Style Fish Tacos
Authentic Baja California-style fish tacos featuring crispy beer-battered white fish nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with a vibrant cabbage slaw, creamy crema, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. A true Ensenada street food legend.
Birria de Res (Mexican Beef Stew)
A rich and flavorful Mexican slow-braised beef stew, featuring tender chunks of beef simmered in a complex consommé infused with dried chilies and aromatic spices. Traditionally from Jalisco, this dish is perfect for special occasions and can be served as a hearty stew or used to make delicious birria tacos.
Birria Tacos
Experience Jalisco's iconic street food: tender, slow-braised beef simmered in a rich, spiced chili broth, then used to fill corn tortillas. The tortillas are dipped in the flavorful rendered beef fat and griddled until perfectly crispy. Served with the fragrant consommé for dipping, these tacos are a culinary delight.
Buñuelos
Crispy, thin Mexican fritters made from fried dough, generously coated in a warm, spiced piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar) syrup. A beloved Christmas tradition, these buñuelos are known for their delicate crunch and sweet, aromatic flavor.
Café de Olla
A traditional Mexican coffee brewed in a clay pot, infused with the warm sweetness of piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar), aromatic cinnamon, and pungent cloves. This comforting beverage is a staple in many Mexican households, especially during cooler months.
Cajeta (Mexican Goat Milk Caramel)
A rich, thick, and decadent caramel spread made from goat's milk, originating from Celaya, Guanajuato. This traditional Mexican dulce de leche offers a unique tangy flavor profile distinct from cow's milk versions.
Calaveras de Azúcar (Sugar Skulls)
Decorative sugar skulls, a traditional edible folk art centerpiece for Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) altars. These are primarily for decoration but can be eaten.
Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup)
A comforting and nourishing Mexican chicken soup, often considered a cure-all. A whole chicken is simmered with aromatic vegetables and spices, then combined with hearty vegetables like carrots, potatoes, chayote, and corn. Served with fresh garnishes, it's a soul-warming dish perfect for any occasion.
Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)
A hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup, traditionally enjoyed on Sundays with family. This comforting stew features tender beef shank simmered with a medley of vegetables like corn, potatoes, chayote, carrots, and cabbage, all infused with aromatic herbs.
Caldo Tlalpeño
A hearty and flavorful Tlalpan-style chicken soup, featuring tender chicken, chickpeas, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, and fresh avocado. Named after the historic borough of Tlalpan in Mexico City.
Camarones a la Diabla (Devilish Shrimp)
A classic Mexican dish featuring succulent shrimp bathed in a fiery, rich red chile sauce. 'A la diabla' translates to 'deviled,' indicating its signature intense heat. This recipe is for those who truly enjoy a spicy kick, but heat levels can be adjusted.
Camarones al Ajillo (Mexican Garlic Shrimp)
A quick and incredibly flavorful Mexican classic featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce with a hint of guajillo chili. Perfect for a speedy weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer.
Camarones al Mojo de Ajo
A classic coastal Mexican dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with an abundance of fragrant garlic and a hint of dried chili. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer.
Carne Asada
Authentic Mexican Carne Asada, featuring thinly sliced flap steak or skirt steak marinated in a vibrant blend of citrus, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection over high heat. An essential for any taco night or backyard barbecue.
Carne con Chile Colorado
Tender chunks of beef braised in a rich, deep red sauce made from dried guajillo and ancho chilies. A classic and comforting dish from Northern Mexico, traditionally served with soft flour tortillas.
Carnitas
Michoacán's iconic braised pork, slow-cooked in lard until fall-apart tender with delightfully crispy edges. This recipe yields incredibly flavorful and succulent carnitas, perfect for tacos, tortas, or any Mexican-inspired dish.
Carnitas Michoacán
Authentic Michoacán-style carnitas, where pork shoulder is slowly confited in its own rendered fat until incredibly tender and then crisped to perfection. This is the ultimate taco filling, a true taste of Mexican culinary tradition.
Cemita Poblana
Puebla's legendary sandwich, a colossal creation featuring a sesame-seeded cemita roll generously filled with crispy milanesa, creamy avocado, melty Oaxaca cheese, smoky chipotle peppers, and the unique, pungent aroma of pápalo herb.