9 Recipes for Authentic Mexican Food

Slow-Cooker Barbacoa:

Uncover the secret to restaurant-quality barbacoa a tender beef roast simmered in lime juice, chipotle, and cumin. Serve over cilantro rice for a hearty meal with a zesty twist.

Mexican Street Corn (Elote):

Elevate your corn on the cob game with elote! Grilled in husks and slathered with a mayo, sour cream, cilantro, and lime mixture, then dusted with chili powder and Cotija cheese for a flavorful kick.

Posole:

Add some crunch to your posole with shredded cabbage, chopped green onions, and crushed tortilla chips. For a creamy texture, dollop with sour cream. Plus, enjoy leftovers for up to five days by refrigerating once cooled.

Conchas:

Learn the art of making conchas sweet bread also known as Mexican pan dulce. Try our recipe for these chocolate streusel-topped pastries, perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Chicken Flautas:

Satisfy your cravings with flautas filled with chopped green chiles, chicken, salsa, and cheddar cheese. Pair them with Mexican rice, refried beans, or Mexican street corn for a complete meal.

Sopes:

Dive into this common Mexican street food featuring a fried masa base topped with refried beans, meat, and cheese. Customize with your favorite toppings like lettuce, crumbled queso fresco, pico de gallo, sour cream, or avocado slices.

Fresas con Crema:

Enjoy a refreshing Mexican-style berries and cream dessert with this fresas con crema recipe. Perfect for strawberry season, it features media crema or creme fraiche for richness.

Pressure-Cooker Beef Carnitas:

Whip up flavorful beef carnitas in just 40 minutes using your Instant Pot. Serve in tacos, burritos, or with a side of rice and beans for a satisfying meal.

Pico de Gallo:

Elevate your tortilla chip game with homemade pico de gallo bursting with fresh flavors. Let chopped onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapenos marinate in their juices for an hour or two before serving.