1Chicken Taco Torta
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNEMade with rolls called bolillos or teleras, which are crusty-chewy on the outside with a soft and tender crumb, these sandwiches are piled high with all sorts of meats and cheeses, often accompanied by a thick layer of rich refried beans, slices of avocado, and a handful of pickled jalapeños. This iteration of the torta is inspired by the Americanized version of the chicken taco, complete with shredded cheese, taco seasoning, and a layer of crunchy tortilla chips as an homage to the beloved hard shell taco.
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2Tamales
Andrew buiTamales aren’t just fun to eat, they’re a great solo or group project for anyone who loves to cook. Make it a party by involving your friends, enlist your partner or spouse for a different kind of date night, or get the whole family involved. Tamale making is a joy, and tamales are a great canvas for different kinds of fillings.
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3Grilled Chicken Street Tacos
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSNothing beats a street taco—super-juicy, tender grilled meat in a quick grab-and-go format, typically made possible by doubling up two smaller corn tortillas. This makes them easier to eat on the side of the street, in the car, anywhere! They're no frills yet tend to be some of the most crave-able tacos around.
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4Pozole
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONDon't let the time commitment on this fantastically flavorful Mexican soup scare you. It's as easy as bringing water to a boil and letting it simmer away while you multitask on other things. With time, the meat will turn tender, soft, and buttery, the aromas will deepen, and the color will become as rich as the soup tastes.
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5Elote: Mexican Street Corn
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREElote is an unbelievably popular antojito (little craving) that you can find sold on the street in Mexico. It's often served on a stick, though you could skip the skewer and make it the same way you'd boil or oven bake regular corn on the cob.
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65-Ingredient Black Bean Tostadas
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7Tres Leches Cake
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONA tres leches (which means "three milks" in Spanish) cake is a sponge cake that contains three different types of milks to make it extra moist and tasty. It's basically the original poke cake, and you're going to be obsessed.
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8Carne Asada
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORECarne asada is an undisputedly delicious, classic Mexican preparation for steak in which the marinade is as important as the meat. There are as many marinades for carne asada as there are taquerias that turn them into tortas or tacos. This recipe employs the must-haves of garlic, cilantro, citrus, and chipotle chiles in adobo.
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9Green Chile Chicken Skillet Enchiladas
ERIK BERNSTEIN 10Homemade Churros
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONWe don't often feel like getting a deep fry going, but when you have an churro recipe this delicious, it's absolutely worth it. They only take a few minutes to fry and will actually still taste good at room temp, making them a great party dessert!
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11Carne Asada Tacos
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER 12Homemade Salsa
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONSalsa has been around for a very very long time. The origins date back to the Incas and Aztecs. To make ours the most flavorful salsa ever, we use both cherry tomatoes and fresh off-the-vine tomatoes. We also roast some of the ingredients to intensify their flavors and make this salsa POP!
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13Chicken Quesadillas
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: LIBERTY FENNELLYou don't really need a recipe to make this insanely popular Mexican dish. Top a tortilla with cheese (and whatever else you've got), then fold it in half and cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melty. But if you're looking for some guidance, especially in cooking up some quick and easy chicken to stuff inside, this recipe won't let you down.
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14Chicken Enchiladas
When the craving for satisfying comfort food meets the need for a straightforward dinner, chicken enchiladas are a guaranteed winner. They’re easy, filling, and take less than an hour to prepare from start to finish.
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15Chocoflan
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONChocoflan’s beautiful contrasting layers of chocolate cake and flan are totally mind-blowing. During the bake, the batters switch places, which can seem like magic. The end result is a distinctly layered dessert with moist chocolate cake as the foundation, a creamy set flan on top, and a caramel drizzle to crown it all.
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16Mexican Street Corn Flatbread
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWe’ve riffed on Mexican street corn more ways than we can count—nachos, tacos, even enchiladas—and we’ve loved every version, but this Mexican street corn flatbread is our new go-to. Here, we’re taking the creamy tangy sauce that usually goes on the corn, spreading it over pre-made pizza dough instead, and loading it up with corn, more chili, and lots of cheese. Twenty minutes later, it’s crispy, corny perfection.
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17Chalupas
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREChalupas are a classic Mexican street food snack that are crispy, savory, and fun to eat. Usually chalupas are served like a tostada, but because we know you might be looking for the fluffy fry bread-like taco shell, we decided to create a version that was the best of both worlds.
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18Bean & Cheese Taquitos
ERIK BERNSTEINThese crispy, cheesy Mexican taquitos are quick and easy to make—even if you don’t want to bust out the big bottle of oil. Instead, brush them with a little oil, then bake them at 450° for around 15 minutes.
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19Chiles En Nogada
Brittany connerlyThis festive dish is often served in September for Mexican Independence Day, but due to the variety of spiced fruit and nut fillings, we think it’s ripe for improvisation to be served year round. Try zucchini and peaches for summer, or you could lean into its inherent wintery vibes by changing up the raisins for dried cherries or cranberries. Just don’t skip those pomegranate seeds!
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20Best-Ever Guacamole
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIWhether you serve it as a simple dip, load it on top of your tacos, or smear it on a bun as a burger topping, we can all agree—it’s not a party without Mexico’s most famous dip. Keep it simple, like we did, or go wild with your mix-ins—just be sure to make extra, this'll go fast.
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