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Our 41 Best Cinco de Mayo Party Recipes

These recipes, both traditional and Mexican-inspired, are worthy of a fiesta.
Our 41 Best Cinco de Mayo Party Recipes
Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Sophie Strangio, Food Styling by Michelle Gatton
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    Party Posole Rojo

    When we entertain, we want everyone to have fun—including the host. Enter posole, one of the tastiest, prettiest one-pot dishes on earth. Make ahead and all that's left to do is ice some beers and set out all the toppings. This is no-stress party food for the win.

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  • Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Sophie Strangio, Food Styling by Michelle Gatton
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    3-Ingredient Grilled Orange Margarita

    Grilling the oranges infuses this refreshing drink with slightly sweet, slightly bitter notes and smoky flavor, balanced by bright lime juice and aged tequila.

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    Tajín-Seasoned Vegetable Spears

    This recipe for raw vegetables is the only conscionable thing you can serve right before sitting down to a heavier meal.

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    Herby Ricotta-Poblano Tacos

    If your only experience with ricotta has been smothered inside lasagna or ravioli, you need to try this simple, herby, green-chile studded ricotta taco.

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    Braised Birria

    Though Birrieria Zaragoza uses goat, this deeply spiced braise is equally good with lamb.

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    Fresh Corn Tortillas

    Follow ourstep-by-step guideand you'll never look at supermarket tortillas the same way again.

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    Ultimate Nachos

    The key to crispy nachos is to limit the number of ingredients that go into the oven with the chips. These start with three essential ingredients: a dollop of homemade pinto bean dip, sliced jalapeños, and plenty of grated cheddar.

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    Grilled Cheese Tacos

    Salty, smoky grilled halloumi is the star of this tasty, satisfying vegetarian option for the grill.

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    Ancho Chile–Rubbed Grilled Corn

    This recipe can be kerneled and served on top of a burger or eaten straight off the cob, dressed in cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.

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    Creamy Black Bean Spread

    This black bean dip gets a hint of unexpected sweetness from the ground fennel seeds. Traditional Mexican dishes often use dried avocado leaf, which has a similar flavor.

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    Salsa de Chile Morita

    Charring the vegetables adds bittersweet depth to this dried chile–and-tomato salsa; serve leftovers on scrambled eggs.

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