You may be familiar with burritos and quesadillas, but have you ever heard of posole? Try these authentic Mexican dishes to spice up your usual Taco Tuesday.
Chilaquiles
This tasty dish consists of crispy corn tortilla chips simmered in a fragrant red chile sauce. It’s usually topped with avocado slices and fried eggs, making it a Mexican breakfast favorite.
Posole
Posole is a rich soup made from pork and hominy in a mildly spicy broth. It’s full of hearty flavor, making it a true Mexican comfort food. Top it with chopped cilantro and sour cream for added freshness.
Tamales
This portable lunch is made from a corn dough mixture and other fillings wrapped in a corn husk. It’s often stuffed with slow-cooked meat such as chicken or pork. Other versions are made by using potatoes or other vegetables.
Chicken Mole
Mole is a bold sauce made from chiles, spices, and believe it or not – dark chocolate. The chocolate adds a complex, earthy flavor to this classic Mexican chicken dish.
Elote
This tasty snack is often served as street food in Mexico. Sweet grilled corn is topped with layers of Mexican sour cream, chili powder, lime juice, and cojita cheese. Try elote as a side dish to your chicken mole!
