Our Best Mexican Dishes

Zucchini and ground pork are the base for our simple chipotle-spiced, one-skillet tacos. Warm corn tortillas and a chopped onion and parsley mixture finish off this easy Mexican meal. 

A simple honey and lime marinade turns regular flank steak into a brightly flavored masterpiece that pairs deliciously with our refreshing cucumber and corn-studded twist on pico de gallo.

Tlayudas are traditional Mexican flatbreads topped with refried beans, meat, and veggies. A tortilla makes a great crust, and homemade refried black beans complement the fresh veggies and hot peppers on this Mexican-style pizza.

This dish keeps the best of tamales—cornmeal and savory filling—but streamlines the process. No wrapping in cornhusks here. Just add corn bread mix to the top of this yummy dinner, then bake.

This 30-minute taco recipe is full of flavor and textures—savory and tender seafood, sweet mango, crisp cabbage, and the traditional Mexican spices you've come to crave.

Simple ingredients like cherry tomatoes, olives, and golden raisins combine for a colorful, low-calorie dinner. If tilapia isn’t your favorite, try red snapper.

Follow the tips and tricks in this video to make chicken enchiladas even easier.

Swap ground beef and cheese for grilled shrimp and fresh vegetables in our colorful, tasty nacho recipe. A tequila and orange marinade takes this Mexican recipe over the top.

Empanadas are the perfect finger food for your next party. Filled with tender, cinnamon-spiced pork, they pair perfectly with a pico de gallo featuring jicama, a crisp root vegetable.

Sopa seca, or Mexican-style casserole, will be your new favorite comfort food. Flavored with garlic, coriander, and chipotle chile peppers, it's the perfect dish to spice up your dinner routine.

Frying tortillas for homemade flautas is a breeze and adds the perfect crunch to our crispy black bean and pork tacos.

Hatch chiles are a medium-heat pepper grown in New Mexico. They’re the perfect size for making stuffed peppers, and we filled them with all your favorites—shrimp, sweet corn, cheese, and a creamy cilantro cream sauce.

Use phyllo dough for a crispy, melt-in-your-mouth burrito wrap. Filled with beans, brown rice, tomatoes, and corn, they’re a filling meal on their own.

This seafood taco recipe brings a taste of the coast to your table. The colorful, Latin-style slaw features red cabbage, mango, and chipotle chile peppers.

Make this home-style take on classic chiles rellenos by baking the peppers instead of frying them. Mild poblano peppers and layers of cheese guarantee a family favorite.

Tomatillos, a cousin of the tomato, add authentic flavor to any Mexican dish. Layer tortillas, chicken, cheese, and pureed tomatillo sauce for a comforting dinner that's full of flavor.

With only four main ingredients, these slow cooker tacos are a snap to make. Spicy Mexican cheese, ripe olives, chopped avocado, and shredded lettuce—all served on the side—make delicious add-ons.

Hominy is corn that has been treated with lime. When it’s dried and ground, it’s the basis for tortillas and tamales. Pozole, a traditional Mexican stew, calls for whole kernels of nutrient-rich hominy, as well as a medley of fresh veggies, spices, and poblano peppers.

Warm chicken, onion, guacamole, salsa, and chile peppers fill these hearty quesadillas, while diced tomatoes make a fresh topper. Use asadero or Chihuahua cheese (instead of Monterey Jack) for an authentic Mexican meal.

What to do with pot roast leftovers? Make these 20-minute tortillas. Canned tomatoes with green chiles add a zesty kick, while garden-fresh cilantro adds a touch of spring.

Ready in minutes, these light tacos make the most of garden-fresh vegetables. Grilled chicken breast adds healthy, filling protein, while dried tomato pesto makes a flavorful spread.