You don't have to be Mexican to enjoy the fun, food and festivities of Cinco de Mayo. The holiday (meaning May 5), commemorates the victory of the Mexican army over French forces in the battle of Puebla in 1862. Try these fantastic Mexican recipes for Cinco de Mayo or anytime you want good Mexican food.
Guacamole
Stephanie Gallagher
This yummy guacamole recipe is something I make every time we have Mexican food. Cool and refreshing, it's made with fresh cilantro and lime juice, and makes a perfect appetizer for Cinco de Mayo.
Steak Fajitas
Stephanie Gallagher
These sizzling steak fajitas are fun to serve for Cinco de Mayo or anytime. Flank steak is marinated then cooked with onions and peppers for this slightly spicy Mexican favorite.
Taco Salad
Stephanie Gallagher
Who wouldn't love a dinner that includes tortilla chips as part of the main course? This taco salad is delicious and refreshing for kids and adults alike.
Chicken Enchiladas
Stephanie Gallagher
These chicken enchiladas are every bit as tasty as the ones at your favorite Mexican restaurant. And they are so easy to make. Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken and jarred salsa verde as shortcuts.
Chicken Quesadillas
Stephanie Gallagher
With just four ingredients, this chicken quesadillas recipe is super simple to prepare. And it's ready in a flash. Serve these quesadillas with tomato salsa.
Mexican Pizza
Stephanie Gallagher
This Mexican pizza has all the flavors of delicious Mexican food in a delicious pizza. I recommend making the pizza dough in the bread machine. But you can certainly use a store-bought crust, too.
Mexican Salad
Stephanie Gallagher
Black beans, corn and tortilla strips are tossed with salad greens in a spicy-sweet Tex Mex dressing for this delectable salad. Chopping the lettuce finely makes this salad more appealing to kids.
Cornbread
Stephanie Gallagher
A boxed cornbread mix gets jazzed up with honey and serrano chili peppers for this delectable cornbread recipe. This cornbread is a great side dish for chili.
Mexican Wedding Cookies
Stephanie Gallagher
Buttery and nutty, these Mexican wedding cookies make the perfect dessert for your Cinco de Mayo meal. They just melt in your mouth!
Tres Leches Cake
Stephanie Gallagher
If you've never had tres leches cake before, you absolutely must try this recipe. It is the moistest, most delicious cake you'll ever taste. And if you have had it before, you'll be delighted with how easy this version is. Strawberries make the perfect topping for this tres leches cake.
