Tex-Mex
In Praise of the Hard Shell Taco
For one writer, it's a nostalgia thing.
3-Ingredient Grilled and Fresh Tomato Salsa
Grilling the onions and half of the tomatoes adds smoky depth and sweetness to this riff on pico de gallo.
3-Ingredient Guacamole
Store-bought tomatillo salsa provides a shortcut to spicy and flavorful guacamole.
Skip the Packaged Taco Seasoning and Make the Best Taco Meat at Home
Seriously, taco seasoning is gross. Learn how to make fresher, tastier ground beef seasoning at home.
Ground Beef Tacos
When you're craving those childhood favorite Tex-Mex flavors, nothing but seasoned ground beef in a hard shell will do.
Vegetarian Taco Salad With Creamy Avocado-Lime Dressing
Here's my vegetarian taco salad of romaine and peppery arugula tossed in a creamy, avocado-lime dressing. Chili-flavored quinoa and black beans make it hearty.
How to Make Fajitas in 30 Minutes (and Without a Recipe)
This Tex-Mex classic is hearty, customizable, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
This Texas Queso Is Real, and It's Spectacular
Don't worry, it's still really quick.
Chicken Enchilada Skillet
This Mexican-inspired meal offers all the goodness of cheesy chicken enchiladas with half the effort.
These Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Are a Vegetarian's Weeknight Dream Come True
Stuff it with whatever you like. We're big fans of this burrito-bowl style situation.
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes With Beans and Guacamole
Easier than burrito bowls—and even more delicious.
A Tortilla-Buying Guide For Taco Night (Or Any Night)
From hard-shell to gluten-free, tortillas run the gamut. Here's what to know about them.
Eat This Tex-Mex Dish Now and Save Yourself From Hangover Hell
Step aside, nachos. Move along, chilaquiles. Migas is here to make everything OK.
Amaya’s Migas
Serve this meatless main—made by frying torn-up tortillas or tortilla chips with eggs, tomatoes, and cheese—for breakfast or whenever you need an authentic Tex-Mex experience.
Instant-Pot Red Chicken Enchiladas
These pressure cooker enchiladas are all about the tortillas and the ancho chile sauce. Shredded chicken and cheese round out the Mexican-American favorite.
Instant-Pot Cowboy Chili
You’ll never miss the beans with this “stick to your ribs,” paleo, grass-fed ground beef–and–sausage version of the hearty Southwestern stew.
14 Big and Bright Texas Classics
From rich Tex-Mex platters to bold, smoky cuts of brisket, there's nothing small about Texas cuisine. Crack open a Shiner and try some of these big-flavor recipes to salute the Lone Star state.
Jalapeño and Lime–Marinated Skirt Steak Tacos
A spicy, tangy marinade helps tenderize this flavorful cut of meat, which is perfect for tacos.
Quick Sweet Potato, Mushroom, and Black Bean Burrito
This hearty burrito comes together in just 22 minutes, but it's still full of flavor.