What exactly is Cinco De Mayo? It's not Mexican Independence Day like many Americans think. Instead, it's a day of remembrance of Mexico's victory over France during the Battle of Puebla during the French-Mexican War. Even though the majority of Mexicans do not celebrate the holiday, Like several other days, however, it has become another celebratory occasion where people eat lots of food and hang out together. Memorable Cinco de Mayo fiestas call for tasty appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Sift through these 10 recipes and enjoy a mix of TexMex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
1. 5 minute nacho cheese sauce
Nachos are one of those simple snacks almost everyone loves. The cheese sauce makes or breaks delicious nachos, but a great sauce doesn't require tons of time to make. Test this five minute cheese sauce and make a couple batches for late night snacking. The cheese sauce leftovers also taste great over steamed veggies, scrambled eggs, or mashed potatoes.
2. Chunky mango guacamole
Taste the tropics. Mildly sweet mangos pair well with avocado's cool and creamy taste. This recipe from Food Network is great for chunky or fruity guacamole fans. It's easy to make, yet it surpasses plain guacamole and will please a crowd. Open a bag of tortilla chips or crackers and dig in.
3. Carne asada breakfast burritos
Love a steak and egg breakfast? Add a tortilla and you've built carne asada breakfast burritos. The Crepes of Wrath provides an excellent morning meal idea. Spice things up with fire roasted, restaurant style, or verde salsas. Pick up a bag of Udi gluten-free tortillas for guests with gluten allergies. This recipe also works for breakfast tacos.
4. Coconut flan
Time for dessert. Try this flan — a custard made with milk, eggs, and sugar — topped with toasted coconut. It tastes like a cross between pudding and creme brulee. They're great for guests that want to limit extra calories and any leftovers keep well in the fridge for a few days.
5. Loaded chicken taco salad with creamy lime-cilantro dressing
Chicken, tomatoes, corn, black beans, tortilla chips, avocado, and cheese fill this salad. This salad allows for a taco flavor without the extra carbs for anyone watching their weight. Healthy dishes like these still taste great and allow everyone to add greens to their diet.
6. Chipotle black bean hummus
This traditional Greek dip just received an upgrade in this recipe from the Healthy Maven. Simply blend in some black beans to your favorite hummus with a food processor. Dip veggies or pita bread in it.
7. Coconut horchata
Need a refreshing drink during the May heat wave? Look no further. Sip on a glass of coconut horchata from baking a moment. Latin American countries create horchata from tiger nuts, morro seeds, and other items. However, but authentic Mexican horchata is made from rice, cinnamon, and sweetener. Making great horchata takes time and can become tedious, but it's worth the crisp and creamy taste.
8. Creamy shrimp enchiladas
Need a tasty dinner recipe or want something that vegetarians will enjoy? The Girl Who Ate Everything has your back with these meat-free enchiladas smothered with a creamy white sauce.
9. Sweet potato and lime taquitos
Parties call for more appetizers than just chips and dip. Beard and Bonnet's sweet potato and lime taquitos carry a slight Californian flair. The recipe also features an avocado dipping sauce. Plus, the recipe is both gluten-free and vegan, so it accommodates guests with dietary restrictions.
10. Traditional Mexican Pozole (pozole rojo)
Pozole is an iconic Mexican soup made with meat, hominy, and garlic.Although it is commonly made with red sauce, cooks can make it with green or white. Red is the spiciest of the three, green is medium heat, and white is mild. It easily feeds a crowd and tastes delicious either mild or spicy. Set up a pozole bar for your guests with radish, chopped onions, hot sauce, limes, and tostadas.
