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Mexican food is very popular in the United States; so popular that it has even given way to Mexican-American fusion food called Tex-Mex. The key ingredients of Mexican cuisine are beans, corn and chili peppers, and popular dishes include tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, mole and tamales. Tex-Mex food is a little different, and the most popular dishes are variations of Mexican food, such as fajitas, chili con carne or taco pie.
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These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
- 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
- 4 Tortillas
- Cheddar
- Salt, to taste
METHOD:
- Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
- Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
- Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
- Enjoy!
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Tilapia Tacos
By steven.mcmullen

Details
Level of difficulty Average
Cooking time 20
Cost Average budget
- 1 lb tilapia fillets
- rinsed and pat dried
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
- chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- finely minced
- 2 jalapeño peppers
- chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- chopped
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 8 5-inch white corn tortillas (I used La Tortilla Factory Fiber & Flax)
- 1 medium haas avocado
- sliced
- lime wedges and cilantro for garnish
Heat oil in a skillet and sauté onions until translucent
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MEXICAN PIZZA

By chanel.sk
The pizza crust is made from scratch with spices flavoring it
- DOUGH
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 tbsp club house cajun spice
- 1 tbsp club house roasted chili and tamarind spice
- 1 tbsp creole hot sauce
- 3 1/2 cups AP dough
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp vegan margarine
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 can tomatoes
- diced
- 1 pkg salsa seasoning
- 2 cups lettuce
- shredded
- 5 green onions
- sliced
- 1 banana pepper
- chopped
- 1 sweet red pepper
- chopped
- 1 poblano
- chopped
- 1 cup vegan soy pepper jack cheese
- shredded
- 1 cup old cheddar
- shredded
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Tortilla Pie

By rapm155, Tasty Delights
Easy Tex Mex meal using leftovers for a fast delish meal that the kids will love
- 6 10" whole tortillas
- 2 cups cooked shredded roast chicken
- 1 jalapeño
- chopped fine or to taste
- 1 cup roasted vegetables (I used roasted fennel) use whatever vegetables you have leftover.
- 1/2 red pepper
- sliced long strips
- 2 garlic cloves
- sliced
- 3 cup stewed tomato chunks in liquid
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 zucchini
- 5-8 cremini mushrooms (button can be used)
- 100g cream cheese
- 2 cup shredded old cheddar cheese
- EVOO
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By jmsbrdly
Follow the step-by-step recipe to beefy, fluffy, spicy heaven!
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup raw sugar
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups half and half or milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- Kosher or sea salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon walnut oil
- 2 cups chopped yellow onions
- 1 cup chopped Anaheim chile peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped habanero peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped garlic
- 4 cups tomato sauce
- 3 tablespoons chile powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 cup thawed frozen corn
- 2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
GUACAMOLE

By chanel.sk
This is a fresh chunky guacamole
- 4 avocados
- 2 garlic cloves
- minced
- 1/3 cup red onion
- diced
- 2 roma tomatoes
- diced
- 2 jalapenos
- diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- chopped
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
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Baked Chiken Quesadillias

By Janice Ellison
Coat tortilla shells with cooking spray, place coated side down on a baking sheet,
- 8 inch Tortilla shells
- 1 package ready use- southwestern chicken
- or canned precooked chicken with taco seasoning sprinkled to taste. 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- shreddued lettuce
- sliced olives chopped tomatoes.
Shredded Chicken Green Chile Enchiladas

By shellybz, Fun recipes with a healthy twist
A healthier alternative to the typical enchilada
- 2 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup sour cream (Healthy alternative: Low-fat sour cream)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 6 whole wheat tortillas
- 2 packages Fiesta sides Spanish rice
- 1 (15 ounce) can of green chile enchilada sauce
- Tapatio
- Mexican blend cheese (Healthy alternative: Low-fat cheese)
Sopa

By Rageasaurus
Delicious Mexican rice
- 1/4 Cup cooking oil
- 1 Cup dry rice
- 2 Tbs red onion
- 2 Cups water
- 1 Boulion Chicken cube
- 3/4 Cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic salt
- 1/4 Tsp Cumin
Soft Shell Tacos with Cayenne Pepper

By jtrovato65
The kids all time favorites
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion
- minced
- 3 garlic cloves
- minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt
- 1 lb lean ground beef/or sliced beef / or chicken/ or pork
- 1/2 cup canned tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 8 taco shells/or soft tortillas/ flour or corn
- Toppings:
- diced onions
- shredded cheese
- guacamole
- sour cream
- shredded lettuce
- salsa
- you can also use nontraditional things such as cucumbers or carrots
- water chestnuts or any other vegetable you like.
Chicken Enchilada Skillet

By alexscharft
This tasty chicken enchilada skillet is the perfect weeknight dinner!
- 3 boneless - skinless thin-sliced chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste
- 6 corn tortillas - cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 1/4 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 avocado - halved - seeded - peeled & diced
- 1/4 cup tortila strips
- 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
Mom's Taco Chicken

By alexscharft
Cut up chicken into strips
- Chicken Breasts
- Salsa
- Taco Chips
- Sour Cream
- 2 Eggs
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