Mexican appetizers & snacks recipes

Chipotle Salsa

This is a favorite of mine and many of my customers, who often order extra quantities with their catering order. You can make it with canned…

Roasted Hatch (Anaheim) Tomatillo Salsa

In late July through August, New Mexico produces a bumper crop of Hatch chiles, a variety of Anaheim peppers.…

Guacamole con Limon

This wonderful recipe contains no tomato, but you could add it. It's the recipe of an art professor friend, who served it one time and I made him…

Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail

Great recipe by Rick Bayless from the book "Mexico One Plate at a Time." A must-try.

Citrus Salsa

Guaranteed to brighten your taste buds, this salsa makes a healthful snack or appetizer, and is delicious as a topping for fish or fish tacos. No…

Green salsa made with green banana peppers

Spicy green salsa made with green banana peppers. Green salsas or Salsa verde are made using Tomatillos ( a…

Mexican Cheese Dip

A quick, tasty, spicy dip to serve with corn chips or tortillas.

Beef Taco Soup

I got this soup recipe in one of my food newsletter membeship. It is good to share with friends on a sunny afternoon weekend.

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Fire Roasted Tomato & Jalapeño Salsa

This authentic Mexican salsa is by far my favorite. The tomatoes, preferably Romas, are roasted under the…

Pico de Gallo

Mango-Lime Guacamole

I’m always trying to sneak in some extra fruit so why not hide some in guacamole? This is a tasty snack packed with nutrients, and lets be honest a…

Mexican Beans

Frijoles,Beans are an essential part of Mexican food, I remember when I was growing up my Mom always had a pot on the stove or ready made in the…

Absolutely Delicious, Skinny Beef and Bean Enchilada Casserole

Forget all the tortilla rolling, we’ve got a skinny twist that’s easy to assemble and really, really good. Our…

Crockpot Carne Adovada for Tortilla and Tamale Dishes

Marinated pork is simmered in a red chile sauce and then is used in enchiladas, burritos, tamales, or over…