Cinco De Mayo Recipes

For many Americans, Cinco de Mayo means they have a pretty darn good excuse to enjoy Mexican food and probably a few too many margaritas. We love Mexican food! So we rounded up our best Cinco de Mayo recipes from our Mexican recipe collection to help you celebrate!

What is Cinco de Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo is actually the celebration of the courage of the Mexican people during a battle in the city of Puebla, Mexico (100 miles east of Mexico City). This battle occurred on May 5th, 1862, naturally called “the Battle of Puebla.” During this battle, about 4,500 Mexican soldiers defeated the Mexican traitors and a French army of 6,500.

Cinco de Mayo is often a misunderstood holiday. Many think this day is the celebration of Mexican independence, but that happened 50 years before the Battle of Puebla. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on a larger scale here in the United States than in Mexico.

Regardless of the real reason this holiday came to be, Cinco de Mayo translates into a celebration of Mexican culture, food, music, and beverage.

Cinco De Mayo Recipes

From appetizers and soups to main courses, let us help you plan your fiesta with these Cinco de Mayo recipe ideas. Have fun exploring some of our best Mexican recipes!

Appetizers

Guacamole

Served smooth or chunky, this guacamole gets flavor from cumin and a little bit of heat from cayenne pepper. Flavorful, clean, and healthy!

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Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Stuffed poblano peppers are stuffed with sweet pops of heat, sauteed onions, jalapenos, black beans, sweet corn, chunky salsa and cheese.

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Vegetarian Nachos

These vegetarian nachos can be made with tortilla chips covered in cheeses, black beans and any meatless toppings you choose. A quick, easy meatless meal!

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Soups & Chili

Chicken Enchilada Chili

Create a meal that tastes just like you slow-cooked it all day with this chicken enchilada chili. This hearty and flavorful dish comes together quickly!

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Crock-Pot Mexican Chicken Soup

Inspired by Ina Garten, this Mexican chicken soup is made in the crock-pot. This soup is filled with chicken, vegetables, and Mexican flavors you’ll love!

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Healthy Crock-Pot Black Bean Soup

This healthy crock-pot black bean soup is packed with hearty plant-based protein, veggie, and spice and oh so easy to make. It practically makes itself!

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Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder

This creamy and mildly spiced roasted poblano corn chowder with poblano chili peppers comes alive when splashed with fresh lime juice just before eating.

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White Bean and Ground Pork Chili

Rich pork, mild chiles, and gooey cheese come together in a rich broth with fresh lime to make this easy White Bean and Ground Pork Chili

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Main Courses

Steak and Refried Bean Enchiladas

Steak and Refried Bean Enchiladas are flour tortillas filled with refried beans, steak, and cheese, then rolled, topped with enchilada sauce and cheese.

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas

These delicious grilled chicken fajitas are a breeze to make with grilled chicken thighs with Mexican spices served with grilled vegetables on a tortilla.

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Oven-Roasted Pork Carnitas With Orange Cabbage Slaw

Oven-Roasted carnitas a Mexican dish of braised pork in a broth, then shredded and cooked until crispy. Serve in tacos, burritos or nachos!

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Cheese and Bean Enchiladas

These homemade cheese and bean enchiladas are filled with beans and cheese then smothered in a robust enchilada sauce made from scratch.

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Refried Bean and Cheese Quesadillas

These refried bean and cheese quesadillas, are filled with refried beans, and cheese and can be made with unlimited vegetarian filling and toppings. 

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Mexican Deviled Chicken | Pollo a la Diabla

Mexican deviled chicken is an authentic taste of Mexico! Tender, juicy seared chicken smothered in a smoky, spicy tomato-based sauce. It’s so easy to make!

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Authentic Chiles Rellenos

Authentic Chiles Rellenos is a classic Mexican dish made of chiles, stuffed with cheese, fried in egg batter until golden brown, and served in tomato sauce.

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From the Grill & Smoker

Carne Asada

Learn how to cook carne asada. It can be served as a quick and easy weeknight main dish or ingredient for tacos from the grill or stovetop.

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Smoked Pork Carnitas with Spicy Cabbage Slaw

Smoked pork carnitas cooked low and slow on the smoker then shredded into flavorful smoky bits on top of a warm tortilla with spicy cabbage slaw.

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Side Dishes

Christina’s Refried Beans {Crock-Pot “Refried” Beans

These traditional refried beans are even better than restaurant style beans. They are creamy, smoky and seasoned perfectly. A great Mexican side dish!

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Grilled Corn Black Bean Salad

Simple ingredients with tons of flavor, Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad is a fiesta in a bowl, with corn, beans, tomatoes, avocado, and lime dressing.

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Homemade Flour Tortillas

Tender, fresh and fluffy these homemade flour tortillas use simple ingredients and have easy-to-follow instructions. Try some tonight!

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Homemade Enchilada Sauce

This homemade enchilada sauce made of dried New Mexico chilies has bold, beautiful flavors and it’s so good, you’ll never buy canned enchilada sauce again.

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Mexican Rice

Restaurant-style Mexican rice can easily be made at home. It is a flavorful accompaniment to any of your homemade Mexican dishes. Delicious!

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Drinks

Dangerously Good Margaritas

This dangerously good margaritas recipe makes one of the best Margaritas I have ever had and is too good not to share again. Bartender, get ready!

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Cinco De Mayo is the perfect excuse to get together and enjoy their delicious cuisine with family and friends! Which one of these recipes are you going to make? We love hearing from you. Comment below!

Happy Cinco de Mayo Friends!

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