25 Unique Mexican-Inspired Recipes You Haven’t Tried Yet
Bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your table with these inspired recipes. These dishes celebrate bold spices, fresh ingredients, and comforting textures that make every bite unforgettable. When you’re planning a casual dinner or a festive gathering, these Mexican inspired recipes are guaranteed to impress and satisfy.
Marranitos
Have you ever tasted marranitos? These sweet, soft Mexican cookies are flavored with molasses, vanilla and some warm, earthy spices too.
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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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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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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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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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Mexican Elote Street Corn
You will LOVE this Mexican elote street corn kale salad with spicy yogurt lime dressing. It is a great Mexican inspired salad.
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Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ideal for a midweek meal, these taco stuffed sweet potatoes are easy to prepare and combine fluffy potatoes with a hearty beef topping.
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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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15-Minute Mexican Skillet With Sausage, Rice & Beans
A FAST and EASY Mexican rice and beans recipe! Break out of your chicken rut with this FLAVORFUL dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights!!
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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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Mexican Chicken Marinade
Flame-kissed fajita perfection is EASY with this Mexican Chicken Marinade recipe and my grilling tips. Become a Cookout Hero with the Best Grilled Chicken!
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Mexican Spaghetti Casserole
You have never had spaghetti like this! Mexican flavors spice things up just right for a family-favorite feast! Add corn, jalapenos, and plenty of tomatoes to make this fresh flavorful meal.
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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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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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Huevos Motuleños
Huevos motuleños is a traditional Mexican breakfast and all you need to start (or finish) your day. Huevos motuleños are a speciality from Yucatan, Mexico. The dish consists of fried eggs served on a tortilla with mashed beans and a spicy sauce. On top of all, there are fried plantains, ham and queso fresco.
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Mexican Blt With Guacamole
Mexican BLT with Guacamole is a healthier way to eat a BLT, there are lots of veggies, turkey bacon is used instead and the guacamole is super healthy.
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Mexican Street Corn Soup
Sweet, savory, and loaded with flavor, this soup, inspired by the flavors of Mexican Street Corn, is a delicious way to serve summer corn.
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Taco Stuffed Shells With Cream Cheese
Everyone loves taco night! Take a new spin by making Cheesy Taco Stuffed Shells! tacos, a quick weeknight dinner everyone will love!
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20-Minute Mexican Style Chicken Salad
This delish 20-Minute Mexican Style Chicken Salad is perfect for picnics, weekday meal prep (just add wraps,) or parties and potluck gatherings.
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Mexican Shredded Chicken
This Mexican Pulled Chicken is juicy and smoky- tender chicken thighs are shredded with two forks, perfect for burrito bowls, tacos, enchiladas, and more!
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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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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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White Chicken Chili
This White Chicken Chili hits all the right Fall notes: warm, creamy, and packed with flavor. Loaded with tender chicken, hearty white beans, and a kick of heat.
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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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