Cinco De Mayo Recipes

Cinco De Mayo Recipes – Is it even a Cinco De Mayo celebration without a delicious spread of colorful meals to go along with it? Create the menu of your dreams with these Mexican-inspired Cinco De Mayo recipes for any get-together or gathering you may have. 

WHAT IS CINCO DE MAYO?

Cinco De Mayo is that time of year Americans celebrate all things Mexico!! The history behind the date commemorates the First Battle of Puebla- a battle between Mexico and France. Yet, the celebration of Cinco De Mayo is not as widespread in Mexico as it is here in the U.S. Nevertheless, let the party continue and do so with mouthwatering Cinco De Mayo recipes and time spent learning about the history and culture of Mexico.

HOW TO CELEBRATE CINCO DE MAYO

• Educate: Learn about Mexican history and share the real story about Cinco De Mayo.
• Support: As you celebrate, put your money into the pockets of those you’re celebrating- whether it’s a grocery store, Mexican restaurant, clothing store, or artisan shop!
• Eat: And for this, we’ve got you covered! Jamil Ghar teamed up with a few other bloggers to bring you 20 Cinco De Mayo Recipes to try this year!

CINCO DE MAYO RECIPES

1. Beef Barbacoa

Beef Barbacoa is tender, flavorful, and so easy to make in the slow cooker! Use it to fill everything from tacos to burritos, quesadillas, salads.

2. Cajeta Empanadas

This Mexican Cajeta Empanadas recipe, or empanadas de cajeta, is easy to make and so tasty!

3. Carne Asada Tacos

Tender and juicy carne asada steak is marinated and then grilled to perfection. Fill a warm corn tortilla with steak and garnish with cilantro and onion to make carne asada tacos you’ll crave. 

4. Chunky Salsa

Skip going to the store, and make chunky salsa with cilantro and avocado at home instead. Ours is made with fresh ingredients and on the table in 20 minutes!

5. Chili Con Carne

Warm up with a heaping bowl of this savory, southwest-style chili con carne. Our chili con carne recipe is our take on an old classic with hearty beef chuck, black beans (gasp! I know), and a satisfying combination of Arbol, guajillo, and chipotle en adobo.

6. Easy Elotes

Easy Elotes come together very quickly for a perfect potluck dish. These are a crowd-pleaser! Make sure to make more than you expect, these go quick!

7. Fried Ice Cream

Skip the deep fryer with this easy Mexican Fried Ice Cream. Creamy vanilla ice cream is coated in a buttery, crunchy cinnamon cornflake shell with a secret ingredient for even more texture and flavor. The chocolate and caramel syrup, whipped cream, and maraschino cherry are the perfect finish to this fun and simple dessert!

8. Homemade Tacos with Ground Beef

Homemade Tacos with ground beef are easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. While we prefer authenticity around here, this recipe strays from authentic Mexican tacos to bring you the American taco nights of my childhood.

9. Homemade Refried Beans

This easy refried beans recipe is a must have whenever you are having Mexican food! Forget the weird smelling canned refried beans from the store and start making your homemade version in a few simple steps.

10. Instant Pot Beef Machaca

Instant Pot Beef Machaca is the best filling for tacos, burritos, and nachos! This easy recipe turns chuck roast into the most flavorful shredded beef.

11. Instant Pot Pozole Rojo

Authentic Instant Pot Pozole Rojo is a rich stew comprised of tender pork, hominy, and a savory broth made using a variety of chilis. Pile your bowl high with fresh toppings like radishes, cilantro, cabbage, onions, and Mexican oregano. 

12. Mango Agua Fresca

Fruity and refreshing, Mango Agua Fresca is a summer beverage that’s perfect with meals or for snacking.

13. Mango Salsa Recipe

Sweet, spicy, and easy to make- Use our fresh Mango Salsa recipe with tortilla chips or top chicken, fish, tacos, and salad. It’s so good you’ll want to eat it with a spoon. 

14. Mexican Charcuterie Board

A Mexican charcuterie board is the perfect way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Buy or make your favorite Mexican recipes, display them on a board with a little fiesta-inspired flair, and let everyone grab their favorite!

15. Mexican Flan

Flan is a silky vanilla custard topped with a yummy caramel sauce. It’s a very popular dessert that’s creamy, rich, and decadent.

16. Vegan Mexican Rice

Toasted rice cooks with tomato puree, chicken stock, jalapeños, and garlic for a highly concentrated and flavorful side dish called Vegan Mexican Rice.

17. Instant Pot Carnitas

Fill a warm corn tortilla with our deliciously flavored pork shoulder and top it with fresh cilantro and red onion for restaurant-style Instant Pot Carnitas in the comfort of your own home.

18. Tacos De Adobada

Tacos de adobada features pork marinated in roasted chili salsa, vinegar, and a surprise ingredient (shawarma seasoning).

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