mexican Recipes
92 delicious mexican recipes from around the world
Chalupas Poblanas
Authentic Puebla-style chalupas, featuring small, thick, boat-shaped masa tortillas that are fried until golden and crispy, then generously topped with shredded meat, vibrant salsas, and fresh onion. These are a beloved Mexican antojito (snack or appetizer).
Champurrado
A warm, comforting, and deeply traditional Mexican beverage, Champurrado is a thick, chocolate-infused masa drink. It's a delightful blend of sweet, spiced, and earthy flavors, perfect for chilly mornings or alongside savory dishes like tamales.
Chilaquiles
A beloved Mexican breakfast dish featuring crispy tortilla chips simmered in a flavorful salsa until tender, then generously topped with crema, crumbled cheese, fresh onion, and a fried egg. Perfect for a hearty start to your day.
Chilaquiles Rojos
Classic Chilaquiles Rojos, featuring crispy tortilla chips bathed in a rich, smoky guajillo-tomato sauce. A comforting and flavorful Mexican breakfast or brunch staple.
Chilaquiles Verdes
Green chilaquiles - crispy fried tortilla chips simmered in a vibrant salsa verde until they soften, creating a comforting and flavorful breakfast or brunch dish. The ultimate comfort food.
Chiles en Nogada
Mexico's iconic patriotic dish, featuring poblano peppers stuffed with a rich picadillo, generously coated in a creamy walnut sauce (nogada), and garnished with vibrant pomegranate seeds and fresh parsley.
Chiles Rellenos
Roasted poblano peppers stuffed with cheese, coated in a light egg batter, fried until golden brown, and served in a simple tomato sauce (caldillo).
Chiles Toreados (Blistered Serrano Peppers)
Blistered whole serrano peppers, quickly charred in hot oil and finished with lime, soy sauce, and salt. These are an essential and addictive accompaniment to tacos, grilled meats, or any Mexican feast, offering a burst of spicy heat and bright acidity.
Chongos Zamoranos
Chongos Zamoranos are a traditional Mexican dessert from Michoacán, featuring sweet, curdled milk bathed in a rich cinnamon syrup. This beloved dessert has a unique, tender texture and a beautiful caramelized hue.
Churros
Crispy, ridged fried dough sticks, generously coated in a warm cinnamon-sugar mixture. Traditionally served with a rich, spiced Mexican chocolate for dipping, these churros are a delightful sweet treat.
Classic Mexican Tostadas
Crispy, golden-fried corn tortillas generously topped with seasoned refried beans, your choice of savory shredded meat (like chicken tinga), crisp shredded lettuce, a drizzle of cooling crema, crumbled queso fresco, and creamy avocado slices. A vibrant and satisfying Mexican open-faced sandwich, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Cochinita Pibil
Authentic Yucatecan Cochinita Pibil, a slow-roasted pork dish marinated in achiote and citrus, traditionally cooked in a pib (underground oven) and wrapped in banana leaves. This version is adapted for home ovens, resulting in incredibly tender, shreddable pork with a vibrant, earthy flavor.
Conchas
Iconic Mexican sweet bread, known for its soft, enriched dough and a distinctive, sweet sugar topping scored to resemble seashell patterns. A beloved breakfast staple.
Cuernos (Mexican Sweet Rolls)
Cuernos, meaning 'horns,' are a beloved Mexican pan dulce. These are not French croissants but rather a richer, sweeter, and denser crescent-shaped roll, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. They boast a tender crumb with a slightly crisp exterior when fresh.
Dulce de Calabaza en Tacha (Candied Pumpkin)
A traditional Mexican sweet, especially popular during the Day of the Dead celebrations. Cubes of pumpkin are slowly simmered in a fragrant syrup made from piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar), cinnamon, and orange peel until they become tender, translucent, and infused with the rich, caramel-like flavors of the syrup. The optional guava leaves add a subtle, unique aroma.
Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican street food classic. Grilled corn on the cob is generously coated in creamy mayonnaise, then rolled in salty cotija cheese and dusted with a hint of spicy chile powder, finished with a refreshing squeeze of lime.
Empanadas de Piña (Pineapple Turnovers)
Delicate, sweet pastry turnovers filled with a luscious pineapple jam. A beloved staple found in Mexican bakeries, perfect for a sweet treat.
Enchiladas Rojas
Classic Mexican red enchiladas featuring corn tortillas dipped in a rich, smoky chili sauce, filled with tender shredded chicken, and topped with cooling crema, crumbled queso fresco, and thinly sliced onion.
Enchiladas Suizas
Authentic Enchiladas Suizas, a classic Mexican dish featuring tender chicken-filled corn tortillas bathed in a rich, creamy tomatillo sauce and topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. This recipe is inspired by the original Sanborns recipe.
Enfrijoladas
Enfrijoladas are a beloved Mexican dish where corn tortillas are briefly fried or softened, then bathed in a rich, smooth black bean sauce. They are typically filled with cheese and finished with a drizzle of crema, more sauce, and fresh toppings like avocado. They are a simpler, yet equally delicious, cousin to enchiladas.
Enmoladas
Tender corn tortillas are briefly fried, then bathed in a rich, complex mole sauce and filled with shredded chicken. This dish is a delightful fusion of enchiladas and the iconic Mexican mole.
Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)
A beloved Mexican street food, esquites features tender corn kernels sautéed with aromatics and butter, then tossed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy lime, savory cotija cheese, and a kick of chile powder. Served warm in cups, it's a delightful and easy-to-eat alternative to elote.
Flan Mexicano
A classic Mexican caramel custard, also known as Flan Napolitano when cream cheese is added. This dessert features a silky smooth vanilla custard base topped with a rich, dark caramel sauce. It's a beloved treat often found in Mexican households.
Flautas (Crispy Rolled Taquitos)
Authentic Mexican flautas, also known as taquitos, are made by tightly rolling corn tortillas around a savory filling, then deep-frying them until perfectly golden and crispy. Traditionally filled with shredded chicken or beef, these are a delightful appetizer or main course, best served with cool crema, vibrant salsa, crisp lettuce, and crumbled queso fresco.