Make these easy and delicious authentic Mexican Foods this weekend for Memorial Day and all summer long! These are our most popular Mexican recipes that you will absolutely love with lots of gluten-free and plant-based options.
I think one thing we can all agree on is that we love traditional Mexican food and it is the perfect thing to make for any party. Mexican cuisine is bursting with vibrant flavors and is a joy to eat. Take a look at the Mexican dishes below and gather your ingredients because these Mexican food recipes are real crowd pleasers.
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1. Chicharrones de Harina {Fried Mexican Wheat Crisps}
Homemade Chicharrones de Harina, the popular Mexican street food snack are quick and easy to make! Deep fried and doused in hot sauce or chili powder and lime juice these vegan snacks are irresistible. Make some for your next party and watch them disappear.
2. Easy Chamoy Sauce
Looking for the best Mexican food? Chamoy Sauce is the answer. Make a batch of this sweet, sour, spicy, sauce for rimming margarita glasses or drizzling over fresh fruit to serve as an appetizer. It is really so easy to make and you’ll find a million ways to use it. Vegan and gluten-free.
3. Pickled Red Onions {Cebollas Curtidas}
Looking to add a bright zing to just about anything? These Pickled Red Onions or Cebollas Curtidas add phenomenal color and crunch, not to mention sweet vinegary bite to tacos, sandwiches, and tostadas, and of course, Memorial Day hot dogs.
4. Vegan Ceviche with Avocado and Lime
A very good vegan ceviche recipe with creamy avocado, small bites of cauliflower, chile, tomato, and cucumber soaked in loads of lime and toasted cumin. Serve with fried corn tortillas and let your guests make their own tostadas.
5. Seafood Ceviche
If you are looking for a more traditional Mexican food ceviche, this recipe has tons of citrus, shrimp, scallops, fish, and octopus. It is perfect for a light dinner or an impressive appetizer at your next summer get together.
6. Homemade Salsa Morita {Morita Chile Pepper Salsa}
Authentic Mexican food needs a good salsa. This Salsa Morita is a brick red spicy salsa recipe made from dried morita chiles, roasted garlic, and charred tomatoes. Vegan and gluten free! Great as a dip for chips or to top your steak tacos.
7. Cilantro Lime Slaw
This mayonnaise-free Slaw has crunchy thinly sliced cabbage with lots of fresh-squeezed lime juice, cilantro, and carrots. Super fresh and easy to make. Goes with all your favorite Mexican food recipes.
8. Calabacitas {Cheesy Mexican Zucchini}
Zucchini is anything but boring when when given the Mexican treatment of a quick sauté then a showering of melty cheese like this classic Calabacitas recipe. Goes great with traditional Mexican food and classic Memorial Day fare like burgers and ribs.
9. Crock Pot Borracho Beans {Frijoles Borrachos}
You can’t have a list of the best Mexican food and not include frijoles borrachos. This is a simple, easy recipe that can be made in the Crock Pot. Even better when made ahead. No soaking necessary.
10. Sofrito Black Beans
The ultimate recipe for making restaurant-style, ultra-flavorful Sofrito Black Beans with dried black beans, onions, garlic, jalapeños, and spices. Make this recipe up to 4 days in advance and rewarm when you are ready to eat!
11. Papas Con Chile {Crispy Potatoes in Red Sauce}
Papas con Chile is a simple, delicious vegan and gluten-free dish made with crispy fried potatoes cooked in a fresh tomato sauce with jalapeños. Enjoy as a side with your favorite Mexican foods or stuffed into tacos.
12. Perfect Pot of Beans
Here’s how to make the most DELICIOUS, authentic pinto beans recipe—tender beans in a complex and flavorful broth with lots of comforting goodness. Make this on Memorial Day and everyone will be asking you to repeat it all summer long.
13. Vegan Refried Bean Recipe
All you need is a few simple ingredients and time for the beans to get tender for restaurant-style refried beans cooked right on the stovetop. The most requested Authentic Mexican food side. Give this healthy, vegan refried bean recipe!
14. Shredded Beef for Tacos {Carne Deshebrada}
Mexican Shredded Beef for tacos, gorditas, tostadas, and more! With stove top, slow cooker, and Instant Pot instructions included. Serve in a warm flour tortilla or corn tortilla. Gluten-free and super kid-friendly.
15. Authentic Chile Relleno Recipe
Authentic Mexican food that everyone loves: This Chile Relleno Recipe takes you step-by-step on how to make this traditional Mexican dish of poblano peppers stuffed with cheese, dipped in egg batter and lightly fried. Serve with frijoles de olla, a crisp salad, and salsa ranchera—Ugh, so good! Want another stuffed chile recipe? Try these Chiles en Nogada.
16. Huaraches
This plant-based Huaraches recipe takes you step-by-step through how to make this Authentic Mexican food in the shape of the traditional Mexican sandal. These heavenly bean-filled masa cakes are topped with tomatillo salsa, sautéed squash blossoms, and chipotle aioli. Gluten-free and vegan-adaptable!
17. Chicken Mole Verde
Chicken Mole Verde –A vibrant green mole made with tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeños, and thickend with pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds. Serve with the Sofrito black beans above and steamed rice for a delicious Mexican dinner. Low-Carb and Keto-Friendly!
18. Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
These richly spiced Instant Pot Carnitas are full of flavor and ready in a fraction of the time. Orange zest, cumin, and guajillo chiles make these pork carnitas exceptionally delicious. Finishing them in the Air Fryer (or under the broiler) gives incredibly crisp edges. You are going to love this recipe!
19. Oven-Roasted Cochinita Pibil
Delicious Mexican Cochinita Pibil anyone can make right in the oven with all the luscious flavors of this tangy, vibrant, slow roasted pork dish roasted in citrus and achiote paste. Pair with warm corn tortillas and those pickled red onions for the most incredible tacos!
20. Chicken Flautas Mexicanas
Flautas Mexicanas or Authentic Mexican Flautas filled with shredded chicken and fried until golden brown and crisp. Serve over shredded lettuce with queso fresco and pico de gallo for a dinner everyone loves.
21. Mushroom and Cheese Vegetarian Enchiladas
Vegetarian Enchiladas with sautéed shiitake mushrooms and a blend of creamy Oaxaca cheese and sharp Gruyere. Top with guacamole and Mexican crema for an easy, healthy Memorial Day recipe!
22. Grilled Cilantro Garlic Pork Chops
These delicious grilled Cilantro Garlic Pork Chops take just a few minutes of prep and makes for a perfect weekend barbecue recipe. We’ll walk you step-by-step through exactly how to cook perfect pork chops every time.
23. Easy Pork Flautas
Flautas, also known as Taquitos are crispy rolled tacos, not to mention, the BEST Mexican food. These flautas are filled with roast pork. Use chopped pork roast or shredded pork (a great way to use up leftovers). They are perfect for parties or make into dinner with shredded lettuce and sour cream on top. The entire recipe uses only three ingredients.
24. Chicken Tinga Tacos
These Chicken Tinga Tacos are healthy, easy, and ready in under 30 minutes! This traditional Mexican food recipe could not be easier. Serve as tacos with sliced avocado and scallions or over rice.
25. Beer-Braised Beef Barbacoa
Cooked in a mixture of dark beer, and spices this Beef Barbacoa Recipe is super tender. Serve with tortillas or have your guests build their own burrito bowls with Arroz Blanco, guacamole, black beans, and salsa.
26. Grilled Fish Tacos with Sweet Corn Salsa
A terrific grilled fish tacos recipe topped with fresh sweet corn salsa. This super healthy dinner is light, fresh, and perfect for summer. Ready in 30 minutes and gluten-free!
27. Huevos Rancheros
If your weekend celebrations include breakfast, Huevos Rancheros (or Rancher’s Eggs) are the way to go. Crisped corn tortillas covered with beans topped with fried eggs and ranchero sauce is one of the best Mexican food recipes. Gluten-free and vegetarian!
28. Chorizo and Eggs
Another weekend breakfast option: This recipe features Mexican chorizo, sautéed onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes and scrambled eggs. Serve with refried beans or as breakfast tacos.
29. Authentic Tres Leches Cake Recipe
This Authentic Tres Leches Cake Recipe takes you step-by-step on how to make a traditional Mexican cake soaked in three different types of milk and topped with a whipped cream frosting. Sprinkle with cinnamon and raspberries—or both! One of our most popular recipes.
30. Mangonada {Spicy Mango Slushy}
Is it a drink? Is it a dessert? The answer is yes! If you’ve ever had this sweet, sour, salty mango slushy than you know how perfect it is on a hot day. Layers of frozen mango smoothie and fresh ripe mango. A perfect place to use your homemade Chamoy Sauce.
31. Super Creamy Horchata
The creamiest, dreamiest Horchata recipe you’ve ever had, just like they make at Mexican restaurants. Perfect for picnics and backyard barbecues. The secret to this sweet rice drink is to toast the rice and cinnamon first giving it a truly complex and rich flavor.
32. Agua de Jamaica
An easy 3-ingredient Mexican recipe you will make again and again. This Jamaica drink is essentially a sweet iced tea made with dried hibiscus flowers and fresh lime juice. A great non-alcoholic option that everyone loves. Serve with plenty of ice!
33. Cucumber Margaritas with Mezcal
A summer party favorite, these are the most refreshing Cucumber Margaritas made with fresh-pressed cucumber juice, smoky mezcal, and lots of lime juice. Make a big pitcher for Memorial Day weekend!
34. Spicy Raspberry Margaritas
Raspberry Margarita Recipe with all natural ingredients like fresh raspberries, fresh lime juice, and a homemade spicy jalapeño-infused tequila to give a kick of heat.
35. The Best Paloma Recipe
How to make the Best Paloma Recipe! If you’ve ever lived in Mexico then you know it is the most popular cocktail in there. This is the classic recipe: reposado tequila, freshly squeezed lime and grapefruit juice and the only way to make Palomas—with Squirt. The ultimate refreshing summer cocktail.
More Authentic Mexican Foods To Try!
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- Best Ever Canned Black Beans Recipe
- The Best Taco Salad Dressing
- Authentic Mexican Chilaquiles with Scrambled Eggs
- Jugo Verde {Mexican Green Juice}
- Authentic Churros Recipe with Chocolate Sauce
- Strawberry Tres Leches Cake
Have a Safe and Relaxing Memorial Day!
I hope you found a couple or 10 Mexican food recipes you plan on trying. Leave me a comment below and let me know which ones you decided to make, ‘kay?
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