19 Authentic Mexican Recipes to Make When You Can’t Travel
If you are anything like me, you sometimes (ok, pretty often) get in the mood for good Mexican food. It would be nice if we all lived somewhere where authentic Mexican food was easily accessible, but that’s not always the case.
Here are 19 authentic Mexican recipes to try the next time you’re ready for a good meal.
1. Lamb Tacos
These incredible Mexican lamb tacos are unbelievably delicious! Enjoy tender, smoky, and spicy slow-cooked lamb that dissolves on your tongue, neatly tucked into a warm tortilla, and topped with your choice of garnishes.
2. Adobo Sauce
Crafted with dried ancho and guajillo chilies, vinegar, garlic, herbs, and a mix of spices, this rich sauce serves as an excellent meat marinade or a powerful flavor enhancer in your favorite Mexican dishes.
With its earthy, spicy taste and bold flavors, this adobo sauce recipe represents authentic Mexican cuisine at its best!
3. Sopapilla Cheesecake
This sopapilla cheesecake is delightfully creamy! If you enjoy sopapilla pastries, you’ll adore this cheesecake variation. It features multiple layers, each providing a unique flavor with every bite. The top layer is a crispy cinnamon crust that pairs beautifully with the cheesy filling and the sopapilla base. If preferred, you can skip the cinnamon crust and replace it with a fruity layer instead.
Get the Recipe: Sopapilla Cheesecake
4. Caldo de Mariscos
Caldo de Mariscos is a sensational seafood soup known for its rich and smoky taste. This traditional dish, which has been enjoyed for centuries, will comfort your soul and excite your taste buds from the very first spoonful.
Get the Recipe: Caldo de Mariscos
5. Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
These Instant Pot Chicken Tacos provide a quick, effortless dinner option for busy weeknights. Perfect after a long day, you can cook the chicken, whether it’s fresh or frozen!
Get The Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
6. Chorizo Tacos
Chorizo Tacos offers a quick, simple, and tasty option for any weeknight meal!
7. Shrimp Tacos
Shrimp tacos will become your new go-to for “Taco Tuesday.” They’re a fantastic 30-minute meal and pack a flavorful punch for your taste buds.
8. Chipotle Salsa Recipe
This Chipotle Salsa Recipe features a rich, smoky flavor that brings a delightful depth and mellowness to the salsa. It’s ideal for canning, allowing you to savor the fresh taste of summer throughout the year!
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Salsa Recipe
9. Easy Pork Carnitas
This Mexican pulled pork, infused with lime and orange juice and slow-cooked for hours, consistently turns out perfect. Enjoy it as street tacos in corn tortillas, burrito bowls, or served over rice. It even works well as a filling for baked potatoes. You can’t miss with this crispy pork carnitas recipe.
Get the Recipe: Easy Pork Carnitas
10. Steak Picado with Pickled Onions
Steak picado with pickled onions is a moderately spiced beef dish from Mexico that offers a robust, comforting meal. Unlike carne asada, which is grilled, bistec picado is sautéed and braised in a cast iron skillet. This Mexican steak dish allows you to tailor the spices to your liking, making it as mild or as spicy as you desire.
Get the Recipe: Steak Picado with Pickled Onions
11. Mexican Rice Pudding- Arroz con Leche
This comforting traditional Spanish dish can be served as either breakfast or dessert and is truly exceptional. Known as arroz con leche and typically topped with cinnamon, this recipe is incredibly satisfying and tasty.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Rice Pudding
12. Smoked Elote- Mexican Street Corn
Mexican street-style corn combines lime juice, chili lime powder, herbs, and cheese to create a flavor everyone will surely adore. This simple recipe is perfect for an outdoor cookout.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Street Corn
13. Fresh Mexican-Style Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado
Shrimp ceviche is a refreshing appetizer or light lunch that I absolutely love! This South American dish comes in various styles from different countries, but the Mexican version is especially renowned. You’re sure to enjoy this Mexican shrimp ceviche with avocado.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Mexican-style shrimp Ceviche with Avocado
14. Pico De Gallo
Prepare to whip up your own Pico de Gallo in just 10 minutes! Brimming with fresh vegetables, this snack is something your guests will eagerly consume without any guilt. It’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which taste great and promote good health.
15. Guacamole
This quick and easy dip can be made in just 10 minutes using simple ingredients such as ripe avocados, lime, and a few spices. Get ready for a delicious snack!
16. Birria Quesadillas
This recipe puts a twist on the classic Mexican birria. It features succulent beef seasoned with aromatic spices, shredded, and nestled in corn tortillas with melted cheese. The quesadillas are pan-fried until golden, resulting in a crispy outside and a delightfully cheesy inside.
Get the Recipe: Birria Quesadillas
17. Mexican Sopa De Conchas
Mexican Sopita or Sopa de Conchas is an easy and satisfying soup that requires just four ingredients and is a hit with the whole family. If you’re looking to quickly and effortlessly bring those delightful Mexican flavors to life in your kitchen, this is the perfect recipe for you!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Sopa De Conchas
18. One-Pan Mexican Quinoa
Our version of Mexican Quinoa is straightforward and delicious, making it the perfect choice for a satisfying weekday meal for the entire family.
Get the Recipe: One-Pan Mexican Quinoa
19. Oyster Mushroom Tacos
Add these smoky, irresistible Oyster Mushroom Tacos to your weekly meal plan immediately! These vegan tacos’ ease and delightful flavors are not to be missed. For extra enjoyment, top them with your favorite additions like fresh salsa, avocado, pickled onions, or jalapeños.
