10 Best & Easy Mexican Food Recipes for Cinco De Mayo Party!!!!!!
What is Cinco De Mayo?
Cinco De Mayo is a celebration of Mexican heritage. It is observed on 5th May to celebrate the victory of the Mexican Army over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla. At the time of the war, Mexicans living in America were engaged. This is popularly celebrated across many cities in the United States.
This celebration of Cinco de Mayo in America features parades, parties including Mexican bands, folk music, Mexican American cuisine, cocktails, and more.
Did you know Cinco de Mayo beer sales are on par with popular Super Bowl 🙂 All in all, its a night of fun.
What food is eaten on Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo is incomplete without simple and easy Guacamole, Burritos, Churros, some fresh salsa with tomatoes and corn, shrimp ceviche, tostadas, empanadas, tres leches cake, etc.
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Enchilada Style Burritos
Number one recipe on the blog. Try it and you will know why its a popular one 🙂 Here piping hot tortillas are stuffed with enchilada sauce, cheese, rice, and beans.
Non-vegetarians can use their favorite meat (chicken, beef, pork to make enchiladas).
Guacamole or Avocado Dip
Believe me, this recipe is going to be a super hit at your party. Chunky and creamy Guac that comes together in less than 5 minutes.
Mexican Street Style Corn on the Cob (Elote)
Are you a street food lover? Then check this out. Best and classic way to serve corn on the cob - topped with amazing flavors.
Black Bean Veggie Burger
Even meat-eaters are going to love this healthy and hearty burger recipe. This thick patty is prepared using black beans and some aromatic ingredients.
Churros
Best dessert - crispy on the outside, soft inside, served with dulce de leche. You cannot stop after eating one. Can you believe these churros are eggless and vegan? Are you missing Disney churros? Then check this recipe out.
Cilantro Lime Rice
This easy rice is perfect for your rice bowls, burritos, fajitas, tacos, etc., and can be prepared in less than 20 minutes. One of my favorite Chipotle restaurant-style copycat recipe.
Loaded Cheese Fries or Loaded Nachos
A very versatile recipe. Simply substitute French fries with store-bought tortilla chips and enjoy.
Quesadillas with Garlic Butter
Quesadillas with Garlic Butter is a 5 ingredient cheesy and delicious finger food prepared in less than 25 minutes. These can be served as appetizers with cocktails or side with dinner.
Peach Salsa
Peach Salsa is a sweet and spicy dish bursting with amazing flavors, and can be made in 15 minutes. Perfect for BBQ, summer parties, potlucks, picnics, cookouts. You can add anything and everything you love like corn, tomatoes, mangoes, and more. A versatile recipe.
Jicama Fries
One of the best and healthy alternatives to traditional French fries. These are vegan and baked.
Black Beans Rice
Nutty-flavored rice for your rice bowls, burritos, enchiladas, and a perfect side with fajitas. Another super hit recipe loved by many of my readers.
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Mosaic Murals
omg everything looks so so good! But that veggie burger is something else...I love cinco de mayo...
Sonia Seivwright
This is really nice. Lime Rice, Peach Salad and Elote sound really nice, I would love to try them.
Clarice
Wow! This looks delicious. We have no plans to celebrate Cinco de Mayo but I guess this year, we're going to start. Thank you for sharing these food ideas. Churros is definitely on top of our list.