7 Tasty Recipes From Mexican Cuisine to Enjoy on Cinco de Mayo
Time to celebrate! It's May 5, aka Cinco de Mayo.
If you didn't know, Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico's win during the 1862 Battle of Puebla. Surprisingly, it doesn't call for too many festivities in the Latin American country, but it is pretty popular in the United States, and we'll take any excuse to chow down on Mexican cuisine.
Still trying to figure out what to eat for your next meal? Continue reading to discover seven delicious recipes we found, including elote, horchata and more.
Chilaquiles by Tastes Better From Scratch
Ready to start your day the same way they do in Mexico? Have chilaquiles for your next breakfast meal. Tastes Better From Scratch teaches you how to make this morning staple. All you need are crispy corn tortillas, chiles, salsa and, of course, a fried egg. Yummy!
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Quesabirria Tacos by Dash of Color and Spice
Over the past few years, quesabirria tacos have quickly become one of the most viral foods in Mexican cuisine. Unsurprisingly, they are extra tasty. Because of their crispy shells, you'd think the tacos were more challenging to make, but Dash of Color and Spice makes it extra simple and even teaches you how to make the matching consommé dip.
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Crispy Chicken Tinga Quesadillas by Half-Baked Harvest
Can we all agree that chicken tinga anything is better than plain chicken? It has much more spice and flavor, and we love the shredded texture. If you haven't tried it yet, you'll enjoy Half-Baked Harvest's quesadilla version. It's oh-so-savory, you won't want to stop eating.
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Arroz con Pollo by Isabel Eats
Two things you can never go wrong with are chicken and rice. In Mexico, it's commonly called arroz con pollo. It's a simple dish. Make a bed of seasoned Mexican rice, covered by tender, juicy chicken thighs. Meanwhile, peas, limes and coriander add a touch of earthiness to its flavor profile.
(via Isabel Eats)
Pozole Rojo by Butter Be Ready
Nothing says comfort like a big bowl of pozole. Butter Be Ready's rendition has all your favorite ingredients, including pork shoulder, hominy, chicken broth and more. Salt, pepper, garlic, spices and bay leaves add even more depth to its robust taste.
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Grilled Mexican Street Corn by Love & Lemons
Spring and summertime hit differently with Mexican street corn (elote) by your side. Corn is already great on its own, but Love & Lemons teaches you how to take it to the next level with a delectable blend of mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cotija cheese and cilantro.
(via Love & Lemons)
Traditional Mexican Horchata by Muy Delish
Well, you didn't think we would leave you without a drink, right? By far, the superior drink of Mexico is horchata. It's sweet and creamy, combining milk with ground rice and cinnamon. It's a beverage you'd think would be good as dessert, but it pairs flawlessly with any dish.
(via Muy Delish)
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