Hola! 47 Insanely Delicious Mexican Inspired Recipes

Check out these amazing Mexican-inspired recipes that are bursting with delicious south-of-the-border flavors! From indulgent Mexican chocolate cake to savory smoked elote and mouthwatering grilled flank steak tacos, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re planning a full-on fiesta or just whipping up a cozy family meal, these dishes are easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit! Get ready to bring the fiesta home with these tasty and truly delightful Mexican-inspired creations!

Smoked Elote

Mexican street corn, also known as elote, is a popular corn on the cob dish served with lime juice, chili lime powder, herbs, and cheese in Mexico. This simple recipe is perfect as a side dish with any grilled protein, and the smoky flavor of the corn adds a delicious touch.
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Easy Pork Carnitas

This crispy pork carnitas recipe is a versatile and tasty dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer it in tacos, burrito bowls, or even stuffed into a baked potato, the slow-cooked pulled pork flavored with lime and orange juice is sure to please.
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Chile Mango Mexican Candy Shots

These chile mango Mexican candy shots are perfect for spicing up any gathering, whether it’s a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration or a casual night in with friends. The combination of chamoy and chile-lime tajín creates a uniquely delicious and memorable drink experience.
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Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado

If you’re a seafood lover, you have to give Mexican shrimp ceviche a try. With its fresh ingredients and tangy flavors, it’s a dish that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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Chunky Guacamole

This chunky guacamole recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Made with avocados, tomatoes, green onions, chilies, lime juice, and cilantro, it is a perfect addition to any meal.
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Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa

Make your own fresh tomatillo red chili salsa with this easy copycat Chipotle recipe that’s perfect as a snack or appetizer with chips or crackers, and goes great with steak, chicken, or any south of the border inspired meal.
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5 Layer Bean Dip

This Mexican layered dip with ground beef is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that can be enjoyed on any occasion. Its layers of pinto beans, ground beef, tequila lime sour cream, pico de gallo, and cheese make it a flavorful and satisfying treat.
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Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers

If you’re looking for a flavorful Mexican inspired dish, try making Air Fryer Fiesta Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Seasoned with cumin, salt, pepper, and margarita mix, the chicken is stuffed inside poblanos and topped with pico de gallo, sour cream, and cotija cheese, creating a delicious blend of flavors.
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Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Cooking a chicken enchilada casserole slowly allows the flavors to meld together for a more delicious dish. This easy recipe with chicken breasts and staple ingredients is perfect for a slow cooker or crock pot.
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Loaded Taco Dip

This slow cooker taco dip is the perfect party appetizer, loaded with Mexican-inspired flavors and easy to prepare. Let the slow cooker do the work while you focus on other dishes or entertaining your guests.
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Horchata

If you’re looking for a refreshing and unique beverage to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, give Mexican horchata a try. Whether you choose to buy it or make it yourself, this traditional drink is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Steak Picado

Steak Picado with Pickled Onions is a Mexican beef recipe that offers a warm, hearty meal with a touch of spice. Customize the seasoning to your preference, and enjoy this delicious dish with your family and friends.
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Street Corn Nachos

These elote Mexican street corn nachos offer a delicious twist to the classic Mexican nachos recipe, featuring a zesty cheese sauce and unique toppings that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Once you try them, you’ll surely agree that the combination of elote and nacho chips is an unbeatable culinary delight.
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Arroz Con Leche

With its creamy texture and unique flavor profile, Mexican rice pudding stands out among the many variations of this beloved dessert. Whether served warm or chilled, arroz con leche is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth and leave you feeling content.
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Elote Street Corn Kale Salad

This Mexican inspired Elote Street Corn Kale Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad inspired by the flavors of street corn. With a mix of colorful and textured ingredients, and a spicy yogurt lime dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next meal.
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Blackened Tilapia Baja Fish Nachos

Consider making Sheet Pan Blackened Tilapia Baja Fish Nachos for a delicious and easy dinner tonight. This seafood nachos recipe is versatile and perfect for game day or any occasion. Customize the toppings to your liking, and enjoy a flavorful meal.
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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Mexican shrimp cocktail is filled with fresh vegetables, a homemade tangy tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked shrimp! This is the ultimate poolside treat.
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Mexican Street Corn Soup

This Mexican Street Corn Soup has all the flavors you love from Mexican street corn all bundled up into one comfort food soup that is to die for!
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Taco Burger

Juicy homemade burgers with a little kick from taco seasoning that are piled with homemade guacamole, pico de gallo and lettuce make these the ultimate Taco Burgers! Don’t forget to toast the bun to make them extra delicious.
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Mexican Vegetable and Bean Tortilla Soup

If you love FLAVOR, this Mexican vegetable and bean tortilla soup is packed with it! You definitely won’t be missing it!
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Spicy Corn and Jalapeño Cheese Dip

With its addictive taste and easy crockpot preparation, spicy corn and jalapeño cheese dip is the ultimate appetizer for any gathering. Whether you prefer it mild or with an extra kick of spice, this Mexican inspired dip is a delicious and satisfying snack to enjoy with chips.
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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

Sheet pan shrimp fajitas are sizzling hot from the oven with succulent shrimp, bell peppers, onions, and a side of Roasted Jalapeño Crema. Throw everything on a sheet pan, whip up a simple homemade sauce, and you will have a tasty meal in less than 30 minutes!
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Mexican Street Corn Fries

Mexican street corn fries are inspired by one of my favorite foods – Elotes! These fries have a delicious crema with lime juice, topped with cotija cheese, and cilantro. It’s a recipe that you will LOVE!
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Instant Pot Refried Beans

Learn how to make homemade refried beans in your Instant Pot in a fraction of the time it takes on the stove or in a slow cooker. So much easier and more flavorful! Mash them up for the best refried beans you can ask for! So versatile and can be used in a ton of other recipes!
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Steak Nachos with Tomatillo Serrano Salsa

For fans of the Tex-Mex classic, these Seared Steak Nachos are a delicious snack that can be paired with homemade salsa or pico de gallo. Topped with juicy steak and a variety of chilies, including a tomatillo serrano salsa, these Mexican steak nachos are sure to satisfy your cravings.
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Grilled Flank Steak Tacos

Looking for a delicious and easy summer taco recipe? Try making Marinated Grilled Flank Steak Tacos using the best flank steak marinade (aka carne asada marinade) for a winning dish every time. Slice a couple of pounds of flank steak, grill to perfection, and enjoy a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for taco Tuesdays or any day of the week.
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Salsa Fresca Chicken

Looking for a flavorful and low-carb dinner idea that requires minimal effort? Look no further than slow cooker salsa fresca chicken, a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with fresh salsa and spices for a perfect burst of flavor in every bite.
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Mexican Spaghetti

This easy Mexican spaghetti is a delicious one-pot meal of noodles cooked in a tomato sauce with beef, poblano peppers, and shredded cheese. It’s a fun way to put a spin on traditional spaghetti by adding Mexican flavors.
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Beef Taco Salad Bowls

Making homemade taco salad bowls is so easy and they’re perfect for holding this family-favorite taco salad including seasoned ground beef, black beans, cheese and more! Everything is topped with a creamy lime-cilantro dressing that’ll have everyone finishing their salad!
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Taco-Stuffed Avocados

Like avocados? Then you are going to love these taco stuffed avocados with ground beef, cheese, and more!! Easy, ready in 15 minutes, a family favorite, and perfect for busy weeknights!!
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White Bean Green Chile Chicken Soup

If you’re looking for a quick and easy Mexican inspired soup, try making White Bean Green Chile Chicken Soup with chicken, white beans, and green chilies. With just a handful of ingredients, this flavorful soup can be ready in half an hour and is sure to please. Some call it chile verde chicken soup, but everyone agrees that it’s delicious!
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Chicken, Avocado, and Corn Burritos

These Chicken, Avocado, and Corn Burritos are topped with feta sauce and make for a fresh and flavorful weeknight dinner that’s incredibly quick and easy! This burrito recipe is a unique twist on traditional Mexican burritos, incorporating eclectic ingredients like juicy chicken, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and tangy feta sauce.
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Mexican Bunuelos with Piloncillo Syrup

Mexican Bunuelos are a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat that can be ready in just 35 minutes. They are coated in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with a 5-ingredient piloncillo syrup, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Mexican Chocolate Cake

Add a kick to your dessert with this delicious homemade Mexican Chocolate Cake! The cake is moist and rich in flavor with a hint of spice from the cinnamon and cayenne pepper, topped with creamy cinnamon buttercream for the perfect finish.
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Spicy Sausage Chilaquiles with Eggs

This recipe for spicy sausage chilaquiles with eggs is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for brunch or breakfast for dinner, featuring homemade corn tortilla chips and red chile sauce. While traditionally served with eggs, chilaquiles at their heart are fried corn tortillas simmered in green or red salsa, and can be enjoyed with or without eggs.
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Birria Tacos

Experience the latest sensation in Mexican street food by trying out this Birria Tacos recipe which involves tender, juicy beef and lamb, topped with cheese and pan-fried to a crisp before adding cilantro and onions. Elevate your Taco Tuesday with more unique and delicious taco recipes to explore!
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Layered Taco Pie

Get ready for a new twist on your taco night with this Mexican casserole that delivers all the authentic flavors and textures of your favorite soft taco in a layered pie form! Made with deliciously-spiced ground beef, gooey cheese, and flour tortillas, this irresistible dish is baked in one go, making it perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
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Taco Pinwheels

Try switching up your Taco Tuesday with these fun and flavorful Taco Pinwheels that are perfect for any time of the day! These tasty treats are loaded with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and optional garnishes, and are perfect for dipping.
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Steak Fajitas

Satisfy your craving for meat and tortillas with these delicious Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas that are simple, savory, and easy to make! You can enjoy tender, juicy steak with your favorite toppings on small flour tortillas in no time with this hassle-free recipe.
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Easy Cheese Quesadilla

Add rotisserie chicken to this 4 ingredient cheese quesadilla is such an easy recipe and is so good! This classic cheese quesadilla recipe is perfect as an appetizer or even a meal. It is sure to become a family favorite.
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Easy Skillet Tamale Pie

Tender cornbread tops a beefy mix that is full of tasty Mexican flavors. This tamale pie delivers the flavor you crave without the work of prepping tamales, which we all know can be time consuming!
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Black Bean Flautas

These easy refried bean flautas are comforting, delicious, and perfect for summer.
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Garnachas

Garnachas is a popular Mexican street-food dish prepared with corn thick tortillas fried and topped with shredded beef, salsa, onions, and cheese. Learn how
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Mexican Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

Turn up the heat with this decadent Mexican Chocolate Tres Leches Cake! When a traditional tres leches cake just won’t do, add a bit of chocolate, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper for a spicy surprise everyone will love!
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Mantecadas (Mexican Muffin Recipe)

Made with simple pantry ingredients, these easy Mexican Mantecadas muffins are lightly sweetened with a fluffy texture that will melt in your mouth.
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Chicken Mole Enchiladas

This recipe for Chicken Mole Enchiladas is a simpler take on a classic Mexican dish that’s easier to make but just as delicious to eat.
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Taco Cake

Taco Cake! Layers upon layers of crispy tortillas, seasoned meat, black beans, corn, spinach, and cheese! Like Mexican Lasagna but better.
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