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17 Mexican Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

April 30, 2018 By Patrick 6 Comments

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You’ve got two options for celebrating Cinco de Mayo this weekend.

You could gather with friends and family to discuss the details of the Battle of Puebla when an under-equipped Mexican army halted French advances on May 5, 1862.

Or you could choose an authentic Mexican recipe to gorge on.

If the latter sounds more appealing, consider making one of the following 17 recipes.  These are some of the most popular recipes on this site, plus a few from other Mexican-centric sites that I trust.  Have fun with them and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about how to make them.  (Click the link or pic to be taken to the recipe instructions.)

two poblano peppers

Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Huevos Ahogados

Eggs poached in a homemade batch of salsa?  Is that legal?!

This is a simple dish to make but it’s tremendously rewarding.  It’s also a dish that most people have never had before — a great option for a lazy weekend morning, especially if you stayed out late the previous night discussing the Battle of Puebla.

Huevos Ahogados Eggs Drowned in Salsa mexicanplease.com

 

Beef and Cheese Empanadas

Once you get comfortable making empanada dough the possibilities for filling them become endless.  This version uses plenty of cheese and a fiery beef mixture.  Yum!

Flaky, tender dough make these empanadas a recipe worth repeating. We're using a delicious spicy beef mixture to kick them up a notch. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Enfrijoladas

Corn tortillas drenched in a chipotle-infused black bean puree?  I’m in!

Enfrijoladas are wildly versatile and once you get familiar with them you’ll find all sorts of ways to customize them to your liking.

enfrijoladas recipe after baking with garnishes on plate

 

Chiles Rellenos de Puerco by Mexican Food Journal

Chile Rellenos are one of the most popular Mexican cuisine imports in the States.  This version from Mexican Food Journal has a number of helpful step-by-step photos for working with fried poblanos.

chiles rellenos

Photo by Mexican Food Journal

Picadillo

This Beef Picadillo has quickly become one of the most viewed recipes on this site.  A simple beef dish with potatoes, carrots, and loads of flavor — it’s the ultimate comfort food and surprisingly easy to make.

Here's a great way to serve up a batch of Mexican Picadillo. The flaky pastry is a perfect match for the hearty beef and potatoes. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

To Die For Ceviche by Pati Jinich

Pati is a recent James Beard Award winner for her acclaimed TV show Pati’s Mexican Table.  You’ll find loads of authentic recipes on her website, including this enticing Ceviche recipe.

to die for ceviche

Photo by Pati Jinich

 

Spicy Chicken Tinga

Adding some tomatillos to the sauce is the key to an authentic, lip-smacking Tinga!  This is a great recipe to have in your arsenal as you can use it in so many different ways.

This is a delicious, fiery version of Chicken Tinga. The key is to use both tomatoes and tomatillos, along with plenty of chipotles! mexicanplease.com

 

Charro Beans

These Charro Beans quickly became a new favorite of mine after fiddling with the recipe.  I used bacon for this version but you can also add in some chorizo if you want to amp them up even further.  You can also puree them for an epic batch of Charro Refried Beans. 

Charro Beans! You won't find a heartier, more delicious batch of beans anywhere in Mexico. This version uses bacon and chipotles but feel free to add in some chorizo if you have it. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Mole Poblano by Mexico in my Kitchen

Making an authentic mole can be a chore but if done right you’ll end up with one of the most unique flavors in all of Mexican cuisine.  This scrumptious version is from Mely at Mexico in my Kitchen.

mole poblano

Photo by Mexico in my Kitchen

 

Homemade Corn Tortillas

Making a homemade batch of corn tortillas is a great way to get family and friends helping out in the kitchen.  Pick up a bag of Masa Harina and you’re halfway there — and don’t forget that you can always use a skillet or casserole dish to flatten the tortillas — no tortilla press needed!

Homemade Corn Tortillas so easy! mexicanplease.com

 

Ancho Enchiladas

These are easily my favorite enchiladas on the site.  If you’re new to Ancho chiles then give these enchiladas a try — they have a rich, unique flavor that blows away enchiladas in the States.

Ancho Chicken Enchiladas | mexicanplease.com

 

Beer Can Chicken by La Pina en La Cocina

Sure, cooking chicken on a beer can is fun, but flavoring with citrus and achiote paste is the real draw here.  This great looking version is from Sonia at La Pina en la Cocina.

beer can chicken

Photo by La Pina en La Cocina

 

World’s Best Chicken Tacos

It’s hard to beat these chicken tacos.  If you make everything from scratch you’re in for a treat — just be sure to serve them warm and goopy!

I know, World's Best is a big claim, but these chicken tacos are the ones I always come back to. The home cooked salsa is the key so don't skimp on that step. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Poblano Soup

A simple, rewarding recipe that highlights the rich, complex flavor of roasted poblano peppers.  A perfect way to spice up your day!

The key to this Roasted Poblano Soup is getting creative with the garnish. Crema, cilantro stems, and a dash of acidity will turn it into something otherworldly. So good! mexicanplease.com

 

Green Chile and Cheese Vegetarian Tamales by Isabel Eats

If you’ve got Masa Harina on hand you can make a batch of these enticing Vegetarian Tamales from Isabel Eats.  Don’t forget to roast those poblanos!

green chile vegetarian tamales

Photo by Isabel Eats

 

Baja Fish Tacos

Your family will be forever grateful if you whip up a batch of these Baja Fish Tacos.  This version is drenched in a Chipotle Crema and topped with some pickled cabbage — so good!

It's tough to beat fried fish drenched in a chipotle crema sauce. These Baja Fish Tacos are also served up with a batch of pickled cabbage -- too good! mexicanplease.com

Black Bean Nachos

What Cinco de Mayo list would be complete without some gringo nachos?!!  These Black Bean Nachos are the most popular appetizer on the site and for good reason — the black bean puree is out of this world and gives them incredible flavor!

It's tough to beat the combo of warm tortilla chips, melted cheese, and spicy black beans. In other words, NACHOS!! These beans have some kick built into them from chipotles in adobo and they are beyond delicious. mexicanplease.com

 

That’s all for now.  I hope these Cinco de Mayo recipes bring your kitchen lots of joy this weekend.  Happy Cinco de Mayo!!

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  1. gayle rush-lopez

    May 13, 2018 at 11:04 am

    Do you have a great guacamole recipe? Love you site. Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Patrick

      May 14, 2018 at 4:42 pm

      Hi Gayle, thanks for stopping by! I use this Guacamole recipe all the time and it is delish — I think you’ll be surprised how good it tastes with so few ingredients. Cheers.

      https://www.mexicanplease.com/the-only-guacamole-recipe-youll-ever-need/

      Reply
  2. Debbie Spivey

    May 3, 2018 at 6:45 am

    Great collection of recipes here!

    Reply
    • Patrick

      May 4, 2018 at 7:57 pm

      Thanks Debbie! I hope they treat you well.

      Reply
  3. Nancy

    May 2, 2018 at 5:22 am

    Really enjoyed your 17 Mexican Recipes for Cinco-de-mayo
    Learned lots of new techniques

    Reply
    • Patrick

      May 2, 2018 at 5:50 pm

      Thanks Nancy! Lots of good stuff in there — glad you found some keepers.

      Reply

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