When hosting a Cinco de Mayo celebration you need the perfect menu with an array of delicious food for your guests to enjoy. This collection of Cinco de Mayo recipes has plenty of appetizer, dinner, drinks and even desserts to choose from. Make classic guacamole, Mexican street corn, tender beef carnitas and wash it down with an icy cold margarita. And don't forget the sopaipillas, with their sweet cinnamon sugar coating. With these crowd-pleasing Cinco de Mayo recipes, your party will be an instant success!
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Easy Beef Carnitas
The very best tender pork carnitas are those made with love by slow braising in a Dutch oven. The carnitas meat is the perfect filling for tacos, burritos or nachos. This could very well be the best Mexican pork recipe of all.
Get the recipe: Easy Beef Carnitas
Mexican Short Ribs
Get ready for fall-off-the-bone deliciousness! These Mexican short ribs are braised in a chipotle-infused sauce until incredibly tender and bursting with flavor. The slow cooking process ensures the meat practically melts in your mouth. Easy to prepare yet impressive, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Mexican Street Corn Salad
Great for all occasions, this flavorful Mexican Street Corn Salad with avocado is a perfect side dish recipe that everyone will love.
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Skinny Frozen Watermelon Margarita
This cocktail is so quick and easy to make. Freeze your chunks of seedless watermelon to blend the next day. This 4 ingredient drink has just the right amount of tequila and lime juice.
Get the recipe: Skinny Frozen Watermelon Margarita
Mexican Chicken Fajitas
These flavor-packed chicken fajitas are the real deal, made with a simple homemade spice blend. Marinate the chicken for extra taste, then sizzle it up in a single pan for a satisfying and healthy meal in under 30 minutes. The whole family will love the authentic taste and easy cleanup!
Get the recipe: Authentic Mexican Chicken Fajitas
Mexican Beans (Frijoles de la Olla)
These Mexican-style stewed beans are a great way to use up various types of beans knocking around your pantry. They freeze well too!
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Pico De Gallo
This authentic savory Easy Pico De Gallo Recipe is a fusion of flavors created by combining fresh tomatoes, onions, spicy jalapeños and tangy lime juice. A little salt and fresh cilantro finish off the fusion of flavors that will have you coming back for seconds.
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Pork Belly Tacos
Tender, roasted pork belly with a crispy crust is nestled in a warm tortilla with creamy avocado ranch sauce and tangy pickled onions. It's a perfect balance of rich and comforting, with a touch of freshness.
Get the recipe: Porky Belly Taco
Classic Margarita Recipe (How To Make A Margarita)
Make a delicious classic margarita at home with just 5 simple ingredients. No need for any mixes this margarita is made with fresh juice for the best and most authentic flavor!
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Chicken Tinga Recipe
Craving a taste of Mexico? Look no further than Chicken Tinga, a flavorful dish made with shredded chicken simmered in a smoky chipotle sauce. It's surprisingly quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
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Easy Guacamole With Tomatoes
This easy guacamole recipes has just a handful of simple ingredients for a fresh and delicious guacamole recipe. Perfect for scooping with chips or adding to your favorite Mexican entree.
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Easy Churro Bites
These mini churro bites are rolled into cinnamon sugar for a delicious little treat. These are perfect finger food that is great to serve at parties.
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Mexican Beef Tips
The perfect rice companion, Easy Mexican Beef Tips feature tender chunks of garlicky beef swimming in an earthy tomato sauce. The perfect hearty meal that comes together quickly and easily.
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Shredded Beef Tacos
These Chipotle Shredded Beef Tacos are ender, smoky, and flavorful. Get ready for fall-off-the-bone beef with a bold chipotle kick. This recipe delivers intense flavor in a straightforward way, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.
Get the recipe: Shredded Beef Tacos
Mexican Spanish Rice
This easy, fluffy and flavorful Mexican Spanish rice is the best side dish for many Mexican inspired meals.
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Slow Cooker Smokey BBQ Beef Tacos
Get fall part tender, smoky, barbecue-seasoned beef tacos from your slow cooker! The braising liquid turns into a flavorful taco sauce, and they're all dressed up with creamy slaw, fresh pico, and the sharp bite of blue cheese.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Smokey BBQ Beef Tacos
Sopaipillas
These sopaipillas are a combination of donuts and churros. The fried dough is coated in cinnamon sugar and then drizzled with honey for the perfect sweet treat.
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Easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos With Roasted Pineapple Salsa
These Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Roasted Pineapple Salsa are a flavor explosion in every bite. Tender, succulent shrimp combines with the sweet and smoky roasted pineapple for a perfect textural and taste bud party.
Get the recipe: Easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos With Roasted Pineapple Salsa
Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa (Chipotle Hot Salsa)
This spicy, bold, and bright red tomatillo red chili salsa recipe is quick and easy to make. This salsa recipe allows you to make Chipotle’s hot salsa from the comfort of your own home. Use this homemade salsa as a dip or a sauce for burritos, tacos, salads, and more.
Get the recipe: Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa (Chipotle Hot Salsa)
Chelada (Mexican Beer Cocktail)
A Chelada is a delightful mix of Mexican beer, lime juice and salt. This cocktail pairs well with any Mexican dinner entree.
Get the recipe: Chelada (Mexican Beer Cocktail)
Instant Pot Pulled Pork Tacos
Instant Pot Pulled Pork Tacos with Dr. Pepper BBQ is easy to make in the Instant Pot. Sweet and savory BBQ pulled pork creates the filling for these delicious tacos.
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Pulled Pork Tacos
Rockfish Tacos (Grilled Or Pan Seared)
Rockfish Tacos are a simple and satisfying summer dish. Our grilled rock fish recipe, paired with a basic lime marinade, results in tender, flaky fish that is perfect for creating delicious fish tacos.
Get the recipe: Rockfish Tacos (Grilled or Pan Seared
Tres Leches Cake
Tres leches cake is a cake made with three milks for a moist delicious cake. This easy cake is topped with whipped cream for a real crowd pleaser!
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Michelada
If you are looking for a drink that is perfect for a Mexican fiesta, try a classic Michelada. It is traditionally made with beer, lime juice, hot sauce and other zesty ingredients!
Get the recipe: Michelada
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