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Mexican Recipes

Here you will find the most delicious Mexican dishes.  Everything from dips, salsas, appetizers, soups, main dishes and desserts.  Begin a meal with a delicious Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup), followed by a comforting plate of Bistec a la Mexicana (Thinly Sliced Beef Strips in a Savory Spicy Chile Tomato Sauce) with white rice and finished with Fresas con Crema (Strawberries and Cream).  Looking for a fabulous different Mexican dip?  You must try The Best Roasted Poblano Bean Dip.  Whatever you choose from this amazing delicious selection of Mexican dishes, you will surely not be disappointed.

Camarones a la Crema

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Camarones a la Crema (Shrimps in a Chipotle Cream Sauce) is a delicious shrimp dish made in a creamy chipotle cream sauce that is cooked in twenty minutes or less, making it the perfect weeknight meal.  Serve with rice or veggies for a full savory meal or even as an appetizer.

Camarones a la Crema served with white rice and limes on a white platter.

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Camarones a la Crema (Shrimps in a Cream Sauce) are just well…absolutely delicious!

I don’t know exactly what it is about any kind of seafood in a cream sauce that just makes the dish so comforting and delicious.

This dish is just that.  Comforting and delicious!  Enjoy this recipe as a meal or choose to serve as an appetizer….

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Agua de Plátano (Banana Agua Fresca)

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Agua de Plátano (Banana Agua Fresca) is a delicious refreshing drink made with a few simple ingredients and perfect anytime of the year especially on hot summer days!

Refreshing Agua de Platano (Banana Agua Fresca) served in Mason Jars and topped with fresh banana slices and cinnamon.

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Ever try Agua de Plátano (Banana Agua Fresca)?  If not, you may be missing out on a delicious and refreshing drink in your life.

Agua de Plátano is a yummy refreshing Mexican drink found in Mexican homes.

This delicious concoction is also sold from the wonderful abundance of street vendors in Mexico.

If you enjoy banana smoothies, then you will love this drink.

Banana agua fresca also reminds me a lot of our delicious Puerto Rican Christmas drink “Coquito (Coconut Eggnog)” because it ‘s made with very similar ingredients with the exception of cream of coconut, coconut milk and of course the rum!

Although, Mexican do not mind adding rum to this Agua Fresca!

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Hoison Garlic Baby Back Ribs

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Love ribs?  You’ve found the best recipe!  These Hoison Garlic Baby Back Ribs are the best!  Infused with Asian and Mexican flavors and topped with a buttery garlic sauce!  So easy to make, tender and absolutely delicious! 

Hoison Garlic Baby Back Ribs with Corn on the Cob on a white platter.

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If you love ribs, then this post is definitely for you! These Hoison Garlic Baby Back Ribs are absolutely delicious!

Marinated in a savory mix of hoison sauce, soy sauce, chipotle peppers, garlic and other delicious ingredients create the perfect marinade for these ribs.

As the ribs are cooking they become crusted with a savory, dark, russet colored bark.

Then once cooked and sliced, they are brushed with a buttery garlic sauce.

These ribs are just divine!  You will love them….

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Savory Caldo de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Soup)

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This Caldo de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Soup) is made in a spicy (or non-spicy) fresh tomato guajillo pepper puree and flavored with succulent plump shrimp.  Serve with avocado slices, toasted tortilla strips and lime wedges.

Caldo de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Soup) served in a white bowl with tortilla strips, avocado slices and lime wedges.

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This Caldo de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Soup) is a refreshing spicy soup that’s kind of perfect anytime of the year!  Whether it’s cold or warm outside this soup will satisfy every time.

It is made in a fresh savory tomato based sauce and other simple ingredients.  It’s then flavored with guajillo and serrano peppers and comes together in under an hour.

The serrano peppers make this soup a bit spicy so if you do not enjoy spicy soups but want to enjoy a delicious savory Mexican soup, just omit the peppers.  If you would like a hint of spiciness, just add half of a serrano pepper….

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Huevos con Papas (Mexican Style Eggs with Potatoes)

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Huevos con Papas (Mexican Style Eggs with Potatoes) are a delicious and easy breakfast.  Creamy scrambled eggs folded in between potatoes and mixed veggies and served with a delicious salsa verde or salsa of your choice. 

Huevos con Papas (Mexican Style Eggs and Potatoes) made with mixed veggies, onions, scallions, potatoes and eggs topped on corn tortillas and served on a white platter with a side of salsa verde.

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Looking for a simple and delicious breakfast this weekend?  Or maybe a quick and tasty lunch or dinner?  Then you’ve come to the right place!

These Huevos con Papas (Mexican Style Eggs with Potatoes) tacos can be whipped up in under 20 minutes.  Serve on warm corn or flour tortillas with a delicious salsa and you’re set!

Choice to make these tacos meatless with mixed veggies or also add any meat of your choosing….

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