Taco Party Recipes for a Fun Fiesta

A fresh, herby chimichurri sauce is the perfect contrast to the grilled steak in these tacos.

Recipe: Steak Tacos with Chimichurri Sauce

Cheesy, crispy, sweet, and salty, these pork tenderloin tacos will satisfy everyone at the table.

Recipe: Skillet-Grilled Pork Tacos with Pineapple

Though this recipe contains jalapeños, it is only slightly spicy. If you like it hotter, leave the seeds in the jalapeños; if you prefer a milder dish, substitute pale green California chilies.

Recipe: Tomato-Braised Chicken Tacos

The beer-battered fish in these tacos is fried twice — the first can be done up to a day ahead; the second is done quickly right before serving. Mexican oregano is stronger than the Mediterranean variety and can be found at Latin markets or at penzeys.com; you can also substitute the Mediterranean version.

Recipe: Ensenada Fish Tacos

This quick, fresh salsa is the perfect topping for all of your Mexican favorites.

Recipe: Pico de Gallo

Lightly grilled pineapple adds a touch of sweet summer flavor to an otherwise traditional guacamole.

Recipe: Grilled Pineapple and Avocado Guacamole

A tortilla press, available at home goods stores, makes shaping tortillas fast and easy. Alternatively, use a rolling pin.

Recipe: Corn Tortillas

A big plate of nachos offers lots of different flavors, so you can mix up a perfect bite of spicy, salty, and creamy.

Recipe: Nachos with Poblanos, Fresh Salsa, and Guacamole

This salad has everything you need for a delicious meal. It's simple and provides protein and servings of vegetables tossed together in one dish.

Recipe: Loaded Taco Salad

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