In a world where chipotle is almost a supermarket staple, it's fair to say that authentic Mexican food has gone mainstream. And we couldn't be happier: We love the complex layering of flavors in real Mexican...
Author: Jeanne Thiel Kelley
(Chayotes Fritos) A hard, green, mild squash, the chayote is another wonderful plant native to Mexico. The beauty of the chayote is that it takes on the flavor of whatever seasoning it's cooked in. Serve...
Author: Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee
If you're looking for a near-instant potluck contribution, you just struck pay dirt. It would be tough to make this recipe any simpler-unless you left out the beans. A little chopping, some liquid measure,...
Author: Pableaux Johnson
Learn the classic recipe for a margarita on the rocks, a refreshing cocktail made with high quality tequila.
While tamales are one of Mexico's most famous street foods, they are also one of its most popular party foods, which is fitting since a tamal is packaged like a small gift waiting to be unwrapped. The...
Author: Lourdes Castro
Mexican crema and Monterey Jack are blended here to create an almost impossibly creamy quiche. The strips of roasted poblano chile floating on top of the custard make for a beautiful savory pie, great...
Super-flavorful (and super-easy) homemade fresh chorizo and crispy hash brown potatoes take these tasty breakfast tacos to the next level.
Author: Rhoda Boone
This is a spicy yet balanced salsa for green sauce lovers.
Author: Rhoda Boone
If the poblanos aren't hot enough, add some chopped jalapeños to the salsa verde. Garnish enchiladas with fresh avocado slices and drizzle with crema mexicana (a nutty cultured cream available at some...
Author: Lena Cederham Birnbaum
Ceviche de Camaron: Shrimp Ceviche "Cocktail"
Author: Rick Bayless
These cinnamon-sugar dusted Mexican doughnuts are traditionally dunked in a cup of creamy hot chocolate.
Author: Jennifer Jones
The key to crispy nachos is to limit the number of ingredients that go into the oven with the chips. These start with three essential ingredients: a dollop of homemade pinto bean dip, sliced jalapeños,...
Author: Rhoda Boone
These cheese-stuffed corn tortillas, baked under a blanket of warming pinto beans and topped with tangy sour cream, are the perfect post-holiday breakfast.
Author: Luis Miguel López Alanís
The vegetables should still have plenty of bite when you pull them off the grill; you want a mix of textures between the tender steak, crisp toppings, and soft tortillas.
Author: Josef Centeno
