Mexican

Easy Taco Salad
recipes

Time to Party With a Zesty Taco Salad

Taco night is a rarity in my house.
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Taco night is a rarity in my house. For some reason, I just can't wrap my head around getting all the ingredients prepared and laying everything out for easy assembly. Fortunately, I found a way to get my fill of taco night flavors in a fast and easy (and healthy!) salad form.

My recipes tend to be inspired by beautiful produce, and when I got my hands on some stunning purple radishes, I knew they would be a crisp and refreshing component of this salad. Jalapeño, garlic, and cumin bring a lot of flavor to ground beef, and it takes just minutes to come together.

For this simple recipe, keep reading.

Morelia en Boca 2013
Mexican

Eat Your Way Through Mexico's Morelia en Boca

While grilling festivities dominated backyards across America this weekend, some of the biggest names in the food world, from cookbook authority Diana Kennedy to Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini, were busy taking part in another kind of celebration.
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While grilling festivities dominated backyards across America this weekend, some of the biggest names in the food world, from cookbook authority Diana Kennedy to Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini, were busy taking part in another kind of celebration. About 3,000 attendees came together for the third annual Morelia en Boca, an event in Morelia, Michoacán, that bills itself as Mexico's premier food festival.

We were lucky enough to find ourselves among the attendees, thanks to a trip sponsored by Avocados from Mexico. While the three-day celebration included cooking demonstrations, talks, and star-chef-studded dinners, the most buzz took place in the food tents, where festivalgoers dined on everything from cactus to cupcakes. Keep reading to see all the details.

Mezcal Chapulines Fresh Corn Tortillas Charanda Cupcakes Dinner? Macadamia Liqueur
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Salsa Recipes | Video
POPSUGAR Food

3 Classic Salsa Recipes You Need to Know

The next time you're craving chips and salsa, ditch the jar; homemade salsa is surprisingly simple to prepare and worlds more satisfying when made fresh.
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The next time you're craving chips and salsa, ditch the jar; homemade salsa is surprisingly simple to prepare and worlds more satisfying when made fresh. From tangy salsa verde to crisp, chunky pico de gallo and even a roasted tomato option, we've got the classic covered and then some. Keep reading for the how-to videos and zesty recipes.

Preparing Homemade Pico de Gallo Is Simpler Than You Think Bring a Taste of the Taqueria Home With Homemade Salsa Verde Classic Restaurant-Style Tomato Salsa in Minutes
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Pico de Gallo Recipe | Video
POPSUGAR Food

Preparing Homemade Pico de Gallo Is Simpler Than You Think

Perfect for a party and ultrasimple to prepare, homemade pico de gallo is a recipe you're bound to trot out time and time again.
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Perfect for a party and ultrasimple to prepare, homemade pico de gallo is a recipe you're bound to trot out time and time again. Fresh tomatoes are the star in this Mexican food staple, so seek out the best, juiciest ones you can find. We used roma tomatoes here, but feel free to substitute whatever variety looks ripest at market. Watch the video to see the technique behind this fresh salsa, then print out the recipe.

Salsa Verde Recipe | Video
POPSUGAR Food

Bring a Taste of the Taqueria Home With Homemade Salsa Verde

Bring a taste of the taqueria home with our recipe for salsa verde, a tangy tomatillo-based dip that's a perfect pairing for everything from chips to tacos and burritos.
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Bring a taste of the taqueria home with our recipe for salsa verde, a tangy tomatillo-based dip that's a perfect pairing for everything from chips to tacos and burritos. Little more separates you from this smoky-spicy Mexican-fare favorite than a minimum of prep work and a blitz in the food processor, so what are you waiting for? Watch the video and get the easy recipe.

Tomato Salsa Recipe | Video
recipes

Classic Restaurant-Style Tomato Salsa in Minutes

Our personal recipe for quick and easy tomato salsa is so addictive, you'll want to double up and make two batches — that's how fast it disappears.
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Our personal recipe for quick and easy tomato salsa is so addictive, you'll want to double up and make two batches — that's how fast it disappears. We'll show you how to make a true restaurant-style salsa, and let you in on a few secret ingredients that really enhance the natural flavor of tomatoes. Watch the video and keep reading to see the classic salsa recipe.

Mexican Recipes
Cocktails

Your Ultimate Inspiration For a Delicious Cinco de Mayo

It's no secret that we're big fans of Mexican and Mexican-inspired food.
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It's no secret that we're big fans of Mexican and Mexican-inspired food. So when Cinco de Mayo rolls around each year, we inevitably get really excited (and hungry). Over the years, we've managed to whip up a whole bunch of flavorful dishes and drinks, from tacos to tequila-infused cocktails, all of which would be festive and delicious for your Cinco de Mayo celebration this Sunday. Click through and prepare to hear your stomach growl. ¡Buen Provecho!

Mushroom and Goat Cheese Queso Veggie Tacos Chocolate-Covered Chicharrones Strawberry Salsa Stuffed Avocado Tacos With Chile Verde Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup Pomegranate-Mango Guacamole
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Fruit With Chili and Lime Recipe | Video
party planning

Fruit With Chili and Lime: A Fresh Addition to Your Cinco de Mayo

Chips, salsa, and guac are great for Cinco de Mayo, but if you're looking for something extrarefreshing to complete your party spread,then turn to frutas con chile y limón.
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Chips, salsa, and guac are great for Cinco de Mayo, but if you're looking for something extrarefreshing to complete your party spread,then turn to frutas con chile y limón. This Mexican pushcart favorite, made with just fruit, chili powder, lime, and salt, is a perfect way to bring street eats to your table. Start with your favorite assortment of produce (anything from sliced mangoes to cucumber crescents), and then serve it as they do on the street, only with an elevated twist. Watch our video to learn how to make this healthy snack party-perfect.

Mexican Beer
beer

3 Mexican Cervezas to Sip on This Cinco de Mayo

Whether you're hosting a festive Cinco de Mayo party or have mellower plans, including frosty bottles of Mexican beer is an easy, refreshing, and perfectly on-theme way to round out your South-of-the-border spread.
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Whether you're hosting a festive Cinco de Mayo party or have mellower plans, including frosty bottles of Mexican beer is an easy, refreshing, and perfectly on-theme way to round out your South-of-the-border spread. From light and crisp (read: compulsively drinkable) to thicker-bodied malty brews, there's a cerveza for nearly any taste. Here are three of our go-tos.

Tecate

Our day-drinking pick, Tecate is exceptionally light and easy to drink. Though critics may call it watery, we think it's utterly refreshing and a solid choice if balmy temperatures are in your forecast this Cinco de Mayo. For extra freshness, try it with a squeeze of lime, or, if spicy is more your style, doctor a can up michelada-style.

Keep reading for two more suggestions.

Watermelon Jalapeno Margarita Recipe | Video
Cocktails

Make It Sweet and Spicy With a Watermelon Jalapeño Margarita

When it comes to margaritas, why be plain Jane when you can knock 'em dead with a mix of sugar and spice?
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When it comes to margaritas, why be plain Jane when you can knock 'em dead with a mix of sugar and spice? Start with the fundamentals — tequila, triple sec — then make things even more refreshing with the addition of watermelon cubes, freshly blended watermelon juice, lime, and jalapeño (seeds optional). Rim a few festive glasses with sugar to tame the heat, and you're ready to toast to your best Cinco de Mayo yet.