Mexican
Posole, roasted chile preparations, tamales, and sauces offer several paths through this Mexican collection. The recipes include particular dishes and adaptations within a cuisine of distinct regional traditions. Browse by the preparation you want to cook, with ingredients, methods, and any changes to a traditional form explained in the individual recipe.
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Smoky Chile Crunch Salsa Macha
This smoky, nutty, deeply savory Salsa Macha is the kind of Mexican pantry staple that quietly becomes an obsession. Built from toasted dried chiles, sesame seeds, pepitas, garlic,…
Chamoy Pickles
Chamoy Pickles are a bold Mexican-inspired snack combining the crunch of dill pickles with the sweet-sour-spicy punch of chamoy. Pickles soak in a tangy, chili-lime mixture, turning bright…
Salsa Roja for Chile Rellenos
A bright, slightly smoky salsa roja that balances the richness of chile rellenos. This sauce is quick to prepare and can be made smooth or chunky, depending on…

Avocado Crema
Avocado crema is a smooth, tangy, and velvety sauce made from ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and creamy dairy or yogurt. Its lush texture and bright flavor make…
Hatch Green Chile & Cheese Tamales Sorpresa con Chile Poblano
Bold, fire-roasted poblanos packed with spicy Hatch Green Chile Tamales, sweet corn, and melty Oaxaca cheese—topped with a creamy, smoky, and spicy chipotle-lime sauce that bites back (in…

Pastel Azteca (Mexican Tortilla Casserole)
A comforting Mexican casserole reminiscent of lasagna, Pastel Azteca is made by layering soft corn tortillas with homemade salsa verde, roasted Poblano strips, sweet corn, shredded chicken, Mexican…
Rajas con Crema
Rajas con Crema is a comforting and creamy classic from central Mexico, made with fire-roasted Poblano peppers, onions, and sweet corn folded into a rich mixture of Mexican…
Deep-Fried Shrimp Alfredo Burrito Bites
This indulgent twist on the classic burrito wraps juicy shrimp in a blanket of Alfredo sauce, gooey mozzarella, and a crispy fried shell. It’s everything you didn’t know…
Street Corn Smash Burger Tacos
A delicious fusion of smash burgers and tacos — juicy hamburger patties pressed inside warm flour tortillas, grilled to crispy perfection, then topped with charred street corn and…
Grilled Corn with Chili-Lime Butter
This Grilled Corn with Chili-Lime Butter is the perfect union of smoky char, rich butter, and tangy spice. Freshly grilled ears of corn are slathered in a spiced…
