10 Mexican-Inspired Recipes Too Good to Miss

If you’re craving delicious Mexican food, these Mexican-inspired recipes are perfect for satisfying that craving.

Most of these recipes are inspired by Mexican flavors, but you’ll find a few authentic dishes, too.

You’ll love making pulled pork enchiladas, carne asada tacos, fajitas, and more! We’ve included some Tex-Mex favorites too.

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Salsa Verde Pork Enchiladas

Pulled pork enchiladas with salsa verde on top. — Photo Credit: Muy Bueno Blog

Slow-cooked pulled pork, cheese, and a homemade salsa verde make for a filling and flavorful dinner idea. You can serve the enchiladas with a side of rice and beans, yum!

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Authentic Birria

Birria is a traditional Mexican stew made with beef roast, tomatoes, chiles, broth, and spices. The tender stewed meat also makes a tasty taco filling.

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Carne Asada Tacos

These homemade tacos are filled with flavorful carne asada. The carne asada marinade is made with lime juice, chili, tequila, and other spices.

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Papas con Chorizo

This potato and chorizo dish is delicious, wrapped in warm tortillas for a weeknight dinner the family won’t be able to get enough of. You can also serve it with eggs in the morning for a filling breakfast.

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Chocoflan

Chocolate cake gets layered with flan and caramel sauce to create this Mexican-inspired dessert. It’s a fun twist on traditional flan and will be your new favorite.

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Beef Enchiladas

With just a few ingredients, you can make delicious enchiladas at home without going out to a restaurant. Beef enchiladas are a warm and filling meal that’ll leave everyone satisfied.

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Mexican Street Corn Nachos

Street corn nachos with elote flavors on a plate. — Photo Credit: xoxoBella

Nachos get a flavorful twist by topping them with Mexican street corn flavors. This recipe brings together nachos, corn, and a zesty cheese sauce.

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Pork Carnitas Fajitas

Pork carnitas and fajita veggies combine to make this delicious dish. The pulled pork slow cooks in the Crockpot until tender. Serve the fajitas with your favorite toppings for a filling meal that’s loaded with flavor.

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Grilled Chicken Quesadillas

Grilled chicken and veggies inside a quesadilla. — Photo Credit: Amanda’s Cookin’

With a filling made of grilled chicken, cheese, and veggies, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit for lunch or dinner. The quesadillas only take 30 minutes to make, perfect for when you need something quick and easy.

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