10 Tex Mex Recipes to Make Every Day Taco Tuesday

Kristen

5 years ago

Tacos, nachos, tequila cocktails – whether the recipe is authentic or newly invented, these spicy, salty, south western flavors are always welcome on my table. Here are 10 of my own Tex Mex inspired recipes to help you celebrate Taco Tuesday (and Cinco de Mayo) at home any night of the week.

Smoky Mezcal Pulled Pork Tacos

Instant Pot Smoky Mezcal Pulled Pork Tacos

In less than hour, you can have these Smoky Mezcal Pulled Pork Tacos out of the pressure cooker and onto your plates for a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal.

15 Minute Easy Queso Dip

Ready in 15 minutes, this Queso Dip is an easy & delicious melty mess of cheddar & jack cheese, full of roasted tomatoes & spicy jalapenos.

Boozy Paloma Popsicles

Boozy Paloma Popsicles with Tequila, Grapefruit, & Lime

Tart & sweet Paloma Popsicles are a chillingly refreshing twist on the classic tequila cocktail.

Salsa Ranchera Sauce [Low FODMAP]

Low FODMAP Salsa Ranchera Sauce

Adapted from Tacos: Recipes and Provocations

Makes approximately 3 cups

Blood Orange & Pomegranate Margarita

The Hellfire Draught Margarita

Full of smoke and cinnamon spice, this blood orange and pomegranate cocktail is the perfect way to toast the end of the world. #WorldsWakeLARP

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Taco Casserole

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Taco Casserole, Lightened-Up

A delicious & satisfying Cheesy Spaghetti Squash Taco Casserole for dinner tastes like an indulgence without any of the guilt. Easy to make ahead and store, the whole family will love this flavorful, crowd-pleasing recipe.

Elderflower & Lime Paloma

Elderflower & Citrus Paloma with Homemade Lime Syrup

Pulled Pork Mini Tacos with Spicy Sweet Soy Glaze

Spicy Sweet Mini Pulled Pork Tacos with Apple Carrot Slaw

Perfectly bite-size and ready to party, these Mini Pulled Pork Tacos are drizzled with a spicy sweet soy glaze and topped with a quick-pickled apple carrot slaw.

Spicy Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita

Candied Jalapeno Slices

Adapted from Foodie With Family’s Candied Jalapeno Recipe

Yield: 5 half-pints plus 1-2 half-pints of syrup (can vary)

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