Mexican main dish recipes

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Carnitas

Carnitas

Carnitas are the Mexican version of pulled pork. Braised first in a spicy sauce, pork shoulder is slow cooked until so tender the meat just shreds…

Sergio Hernandez
Jan 2009
Advanced
14 votes
28459 views
Taco Casserole

Taco Casserole

A Delicious Heart Healthy Taco Casserole Recipe That Family And Friends Will Love. Source:…

1st Place Recipes
Feb 2011
Intermediate
14 votes
43214 views
Authentic Mexican Enchiladas

Authentic Mexican Enchiladas

An authentic enchiladas recipe, you can read more background information on my blog.

Spicie Foodie
Feb 2010
Intermediate
8 votes
31208 views
Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas

Fiesta Chicken Enchiladas

A quick, tasty Mexican dinner using shredded leftover chicken, salsa, cream cheese and seasonings.

Micheline
Sep 2010
Intermediate
8 votes
15277 views
Carne Asada Marinade

Carne Asada Marinade

This traditional Mexican Carne Asada marinade recipe will marinade 5-6 pounds of meat and can be easily halved or doubled. source:…

Tamie Snow
Feb 2010
Intermediate
8 votes
56480 views
Fish Tacos with Lime-cilantro salsa

Fish Tacos with Lime-cilantro salsa

Cumin, coriander, and paprika give these fish tacos a wonderfully warm flavor. The tangy sour cream, lime and…

Nancy Miyasaki
May 2010
Intermediate
7 votes
14368 views
Ceviche de Pescado

Ceviche de Pescado

Makes a great healthy option for warm summer days. Weather a main dish or appetizer, it pairs great with good beer.

Rosamaria Faz
Jul 2008
Advanced
6 votes
28849 views
Delicious Pork and Bean Stew for Tostadas, Tacos, or Burritos

Delicious Pork and Bean Stew for Tostadas, Tacos, or Burritos

This is an easy slow cooker recipe that is delicious and versatile. Serve this as filler for any mexican dish,…

Nancy Miyasaki
May 2011
Intermediate
7 votes
6795 views
Mexican Garlic Broiled Tilapia

Mexican Garlic Broiled Tilapia

I love the lime-garlic flavored fish that I get when I'm down in Mexico, especially in Puerto Vallarta. Normally it is grilled down there, but I…

John Spottiswood
Jan 2013
Advanced
5 votes
15391 views
Camarones a la plancha - Shrimp on the griddle

Camarones a la plancha - Shrimp on the griddle

This is a delicious mexican shrimp dish that you'll find served in the lovely seaside restaurants along both of…

John Spottiswood
May 2012
Advanced
5 votes
11757 views
Pork Tenderloin Adobada

Pork Tenderloin Adobada

If you like carnitas and fajitas, but are in the mood for something a little different, give his recipe a try. I think you'll be impressed with the…

John Spottiswood
Dec 2011
Advanced
5 votes
6990 views
Chicken Tamale Casserole

Chicken Tamale Casserole

A great family friendly recipe that is quick and easy, not to mention tasty! You could take out the chicken and it would still be great.

Michele Grason
Jul 2010
Intermediate
5 votes
7573 views
The Best Chile Rellenos Ever

The Best Chile Rellenos Ever

I love chile rellenos and this is a spectacular recipe - I use a little less cheese than you'll probably get in a restaurant, but it "feels" better…

Mihir Shah
Jul 2008
Advanced
5 votes
55553 views
Mexican Veggie Rice

Mexican Veggie Rice

Mary Joseph
Feb 2008
Advanced
5 votes
9985 views
Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas

Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas

Fix yourself a dang quesadilla.

Greg Winkler
Mar 2010
Advanced
4 votes
4187 views