Mexican recipes
Mexican cooking, laid out like a menu, with every quantity, time and temperature written out.
Mains
- Chunky GuacamoleRipe avocados, lime, coriander and a little chilli. Mash it rough and serve straight away.🥑 10 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Carne AsadaCitrus-marinated steak seared hot, then sliced thinly across the grain for tender, smoky carne asada.🥩 50 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Pescado a la VeracruzanaTender white fish bakes in a bright tomato sauce with olives, capers, chilli and lime.🐟 40 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Chili Lime Fish TacosDry chili rub, a very hot pan, lime slaw. Warm the tortillas properly and it is a different dinner.🐟 25 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Crispy Chicken QuesadillasSpiced chicken, peppers and lots of melted cheese pressed between tortillas and fried until crisp.🫑 30 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Mole PoblanoChicken is simmered in a rich, gently spiced mole with chillies, toasted seeds, chocolate and warm spices.🍗 1 h 45 min · Project · Serves 6
Soups and stews
Breakfast and brunch
- Huevos a la MexicanaSoft scrambled eggs with tomato, onion and chilli make a bright, comforting Mexican breakfast.🍅 20 min · Easy · Serves 2
- MolletesCrisp bread topped with creamy beans, melted cheese and bright pico de gallo.🫘 25 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Huevos RancherosFried eggs on crisp tortillas with warm black beans and a smoky tomato salsa. A big, easy brunch.🍅 25 min · Easy · Serves 2
- Breakfast BurritoA warm, hearty burrito filled with soft eggs, crisp potatoes, black beans, salsa and melted cheese.🥔 35 min · Easy · Serves 2
Sides and snacks
- Elote en VasoSweet corn tossed with lime, creamy mayonnaise, salty cheese and a lively dusting of chilli.🌽 20 min · Easy · Serves 4
- EsquitesSweet corn, chilli, lime and creamy cheese make this Mexican street-food favourite easy to share.🌽 20 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Mexican Refried BeansCreamy pinto beans cooked with onion, garlic and cumin make a comforting Mexican side.🫘 35 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Guacamole with Baked Tortilla ChipsChunky guacamole with lime, red onion and green chilli, and crisp tortilla chips baked in the oven instead of fried.🫓 30 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Loaded NachosTortilla chips layered with spiced black beans and cheddar, baked until melted, then piled with fresh tomato, pickled jalapeños and soured cream.🫘 30 min · Easy · Serves 4
- Mexican EloteCharred sweetcorn is coated with creamy lime, chilli and cheese for a classic Mexican street food side.🌽 25 min · Easy · Serves 4
Desserts and baking
- Arroz con LecheA creamy Mexican rice pudding scented with cinnamon and vanilla, served warm or chilled.🍚 45 min · Easy · Serves 6
- Mexican BuñuelosCrisp, golden fritters dusted with cinnamon sugar and served warm.55 min · Medium · Serves 8
- Mexican ChurrosCrisp, golden churros dusted with cinnamon sugar, served warm for dipping.40 min · Medium · Serves 4
- Tortillas de MaízSoft, warm Mexican corn tortillas with a toasted aroma and a tender, flexible bite.🍋🟩 45 min · Easy · Serves 8
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