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Mexican/Tex Mex Recipes

All the Mexican recipes and Tex Mex recipes you need for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo, or basically any day of the week because tacos are life!

My sister took her kids on vacation to Mexico, and they went a little off the beaten path. Several days in, her young son complained, “All they have to eat here is MEXICAN FOOD!!!” Poor kid just wanted some pizza and mac and cheese I think.

Well, I can’t relate, AT ALL. Mexican food is the best. Here you will find lots of ideas for when you get the craving for either authentic Mexican recipes or Tex Mex recipes.

My absolute favorite taco filling is this Traditional Tejano Carne Guisada. Eat it with these killer Tejano Pinto Beans. If you are craving something sweet, try out these Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies that are spiced with cinnamon. For something lighter, try out my Best Taco Salad recipe! Finish your meal off with this incredible Tres Leches Cake if you know what’s good for you. It’s so different and fun!

Traditional Tejano Beans from The Food Charlatan
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Blackened Salmon with Chili and Lime

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Mango Salsa

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Mexican Black Beans

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Quick Pickled Red Onions

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Green Chicken Pozole (45 minutes!)

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Quick and Easy Dinners

Sheet Pan Quesadillas with Chicken

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Mexican/Tex Mex Recipes

The Chicken Flautas of Your Dreams

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Sauces & Dressings

Green Enchilada Sauce

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Mexican/Tex Mex Recipes

My New Favorite Chicken Enchiladas

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Mexican/Tex Mex Recipes

Mexican Rice Better than a Restaurant

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Healthy Dinner

Super Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Cookies

Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies (Chocolate Snickerdoodles)

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Pozole Rojo Like Abuela’s

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Pork

Cafe Rio Sweet Shredded Pork for Burritos (Slow Cooker/Instant Pot)

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Seriously the Best Taco Salad

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5 Minute Restaurant Style Salsa and How to Host Taco Tuesday

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How to make Taco Seasoning

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How to Cook Rice on the Stove

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Appetizers, Dips & Snacks

Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe

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Appetizers, Dips & Snacks

Carol’s Legendary 7 Layer Bean Dip

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Side Dish Recipes (& Veggies)

Better Than Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice

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How to Make Carne Asada

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Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe (Easy!)

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Quick and Easy Dinners

The Chicken Fajitas Recipe That Changed My Mind

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