Classic Mexican Recipes with a Twist

We've put a new twist on the classics, including burritos, quesadillas, tacos, and fajitas, for a fresh dinner idea they'll love.

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Fish Tacos with Cabbage and Chile Pepper Slaw

Chorizo-Pepper Hand Pies

Shredded Pork Tacos

Basil Guacamole

Frozen Strawberry-Mango Margaritas

Enchiladas with Fresh Mango Salsa

See How to Make Chicken Enchiladas

Grilled Vegetable Tostadas with Quick Mole Sauce

Pork Empanadas with Jicama Pico de Gallo

Fish Tostadas with Chili-Lime Cream

Gazpacho Shrimp Salad

Tres Leches Cake

Chicken and Tortilla Soup

Chorizo-Topped Mexican Pizzas

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Mexican Black Bean Pizza

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Fish Tacos with Cabbage and Chile Pepper Slaw

For flavorful fish tacos, recipe developer Joanne Weir bakes the halibut in a foil packet with orange peel, lime peel, tomatillos, and garlic. "The flavors have nowhere to go but into the fish," she says.

Fish Tacos with Cabbage and Chile Pepper Slaw

Makes: 6 servings

Prep: 40 mins

Bake: 10 mins to 12 mins 400°F

Chorizo-Pepper Hand Pies

In Mexico, the dough for hand pies (called empanadas) is homemade, but you can save time with our recipe by using store-bought puff pastry.

Chorizo-Pepper Hand Pies

Yield: 24 hand pies

Prep: 45 mins

Bake: 12 mins 400°F

Cook: 17 mins

Shredded Pork Tacos

Let your slow cooker do most of the work to make the root beer and adobo-sauced pulled pork mouthwatering delicious. All you have to do is chop up the fillings and enjoy!

Shredded Pork Tacos

Makes: 12 servings

Prep: 10 mins

Slow Cook: 8 hrs to 10 hrs (low) or 4 to 5 hours (high)

Cook: 20 mins

Basil Guacamole

Just as addicting as the original, this delicious party dip features basil in place of cilantro for an unexpected twist.

Basil Guacamole

Makes: 16 servings

Yield: 2 cups

Start to Finish: 25 mins

Frozen Strawberry-Mango Margaritas

Mix in frozen strawberries, mangoes, or peaches for a fruity, frozen drink.

Frozen Strawberry-Mango Margaritas

Makes: 5 servings

Yield: 30 ounces

Prep: 10 mins

Freeze: 1 hr

Enchiladas with Fresh Mango Salsa

A refreshing salsa of mangoes, jalapenos, and fresh cilantro tops enchiladas filled with tofu and cheddar cheese. If mangoes are out of season, try a bottled fruit salsa from your local supermarket.

Enchiladas with Fresh Mango Salsa

Makes: 6 servings

Prep: 40 mins

Bake: 40 mins 350°F

See How to Make Chicken Enchiladas

Our simple step-by-step video shows you how easy it is to make perfect enchiladas every time.

Grilled Vegetable Tostadas with Quick Mole Sauce

Put a summer spin on tostadas with fresh vegetables and mole, a flavorful Mexican sauce traditionally made with dried chiles, dark chocolate, and myriad seasonings.

Grilled Vegetable Tostadas with Quick Mole Sauce

Prep: 1 hr

Cook: 10 mins

Grill: 5 mins

Pork Empanadas with Jicama Pico de Gallo

Making empanadas is easier than you think! Our golden, crispy pork empanadas are an awesome party appetizer. Jicama, a crisp root vegetable, balances the sweet raisins in our refreshing pico de gallo.

Pork Empanadas with Jicama Pico de Gallo

Makes: 6 servings

Prep: 45 mins

Bake: 20 mins 375°

Fish Tostadas with Chili-Lime Cream

For a quick dinner you'll love, top crunchy tostadas with broiled tilapia fillets, veggies, and a zesty chili-lime cream.

Fish Tostadas with Chili Lime Cream

Makes: 4 servings

Start to Finish: 20 mins

Gazpacho Shrimp Salad

We've turned a traditional soup into an irresistible salad. The red pepper-tomato dressing is poured into the bowl, then the gazpacho salad is set on top and finished with quick-cooked shrimp and crunchy croutons.

Gazpacho Shrimp Salad