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Mexican Recipes
60 recipes — each showing allergens, prep time, and servings. Page 1 of 3.
Where it's from
Mexico
Mexican cuisine is regionally diverse, with major traditions from Indigenous, Spanish, Afro-Mexican, and immigrant influences.
National dish
mole poblano · chiles en nogada · tacos
Several dishes are commonly cited; no single dish is universally agreed as the national dish.
Signature ingredients
Core techniques
- nixtamalization. Corn is treated with an alkaline solution to make masa for tortillas, tamales, and related foods.
- comal cooking. Tortillas, salsas, and aromatics are commonly cooked or toasted on a flat griddle.
- mole grinding and simmering. Chiles, seeds, spices, and other ingredients are blended and cooked into layered sauces.
A typical day of eating
Breakfast
Breakfast often includes eggs, beans, tortillas, pan dulce, or dishes such as chilaquiles.
Lunch
Lunch is commonly the main meal, with soups, rice, beans, tortillas, stews, or antojitos.
Dinner
Dinner is typically lighter than lunch and may include tacos, quesadillas, tamales, or leftovers.
Street food
Comfort food
Popular desserts
Typical drinks
Holidays & festival food
Día de Muertos
pan de muerto · mole negro · calaveras de azúcar
Offerings and family meals often include breads, sweets, and regional favorite dishes.
Independence Day
chiles en nogada · pozole rojo
Festive meals often feature patriotic colors and celebratory regional dishes.
Candlemas
tamales · atole
Tamales and warm corn-based drinks are commonly shared for this holiday.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Camarones a la Diabla
Shrimp simmered in a fiery, smoky red chilli sauce — bold and quick.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Corn on the cob coated with mayo, cheese, chili powder, and lime.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Arroz Rojo (Mexican Rice)
Fluffy tomato-tinted rice toasted in oil and simmered with aromatics.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Loaded Nachos
A sharing platter of tortilla chips piled with melted cheese, beans, jalapeños, and all the toppings.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Flan
A sweet custard dessert with a layer of clear caramel sauce.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Cochinita Pibil
A traditional slow-roasted pork dish from the Yucatán Peninsula.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Tlayudas
A large, crunchy, partially fried tortilla covered with a spread of refried beans, asiento, lettuce, meat, and Oaxaca cheese.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Chile Verde (Pork)
Tender pork slowly stewed in a tangy roasted tomatillo and green chilli sauce.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Pico de Gallo
Brighten up any meal with this incredibly vibrant, chunky salsa! Bursting with fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, spicy jalapeños, and zesty lime, it's the perfect topping or irresistible chip dip.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Fajitas
Grilled meat served on a taco or flour tortilla, usually with peppers and onions.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Tamales
Masa dough filled with meats, cheeses, or fruits, wrapped in corn husks and steamed.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Sincronizadas
Toasted flour tortilla sandwiches filled with melty cheese and ham, a quick and crowd-pleasing Mexican snack griddled until golden.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Huaraches
A Mexican recipe: Huaraches.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Chimichanga
A deep-fried burrito stuffed with seasoned meat and cheese until golden and crisp.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Tres Leches Cake
A sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated, condensed, and heavy cream.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Tacos al Pastor
Corn tortillas filled with thinly sliced, marinated pork roasted on a vertical spit.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Menudo
A traditional Mexican soup made with cow's stomach in a red chili pepper base.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Burritos
A large flour tortilla wrapped around a filling of meat, beans, cheese, and rice.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Mole Poblano
A complex, rich, dark sauce poured over poultry, containing chilies, spices, and chocolate.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Sopes
A traditional Mexican dish consisting of a fried masa base with savory toppings.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Conchas (Pan Dulce)
Soft sweet bread rolls topped with a colourful crackly shell-patterned crust.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Polvorones (Mexican Wedding Cookies)
Delicate, buttery shortbread cookies rolled in powdered sugar that melt in your mouth, a staple at Mexican celebrations and holidays.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Salsa Roja (Roasted Red Salsa)
Roma tomatoes and dried chiles charred and blended with garlic, onion, and cilantro, brightened with lime, a smoky roasted Mexican table salsa.
Mexican Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Huevos Rancheros
A traditional mid-morning breakfast dish consisting of eggs served on tortillas with a tomato-chili sauce.
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