Latin American

Think of this as a chile-laced peanut butter you’ll want to put on everything, from tacos to fried eggs. It’s delicious and not at all as intimidating as it sounds.

Why choose between verde and roja salsa when you can have both?

Chef Daniela Soto-Innes thinks of these as a Mexican take on bagels with cream cheese and lox. The addictive caramelized fish sauce vinaigrette brightens every bite.

Baking a single large-format tamal may not be traditional, but it produces a similarly tender, moist, barely sweet cake with pudding vibes.

Growing up in Washington Heights, the ‘Hamilton’ and ‘In the Heights’ writer and star spent many days drinking this sweet, creamy beverage at Caridad.

Serve this huge pot of flavorful stew as the centerpiece surrounded by fixings that guests can pick and choose to build their own bowls.

Whether it’s scooped up with tortilla chips or spooned over a simple fillet of fish, this zippy charred corn salsa is the ultimate peak-August condiment.

All the things that you love about elote (Mexican grilled corn), now in a convenient tossed-together form.

It’s two ingredients and the most refreshing thing you’ll drink this summer.

These easier-than-easy shrimp tacos are packed with flavor, and ideal for busy weeknights.

This smoky sauce goes well 
with any grilled meat or fish. The grill tames the heat, don’t worry.

It’s refreshing, naturally sweet without added sugar, and just look at that PINK!

An intensely flavorful broth that’s just as delicious as the beans themselves.

This refreshing beverage makes the most of peak-of-the-season strawberries.

From fried avocado tacos to elote-style corn salad and black bean burritos you'll want every night of the week.

Gather a crew to help you stuff and fold these flavorful empanadas, and then pack them up and head to the beach.

Essential Mexican cooking—and a few nuevo options—make it easy to find balance in the D.F..

Posole is 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.

Filled with greens, roasted vegetables, and a little queso fresco, these veggie tacos are easy to make for a fun weeknight meal. 

Some of us still have nightmares about bad puréed black bean soups that were once a “thing.” Creamy puréed pinto beans, chiles, and lots of mix-ins set this soup on the right path.

Here's how to get that deep caramelization and custardy interior.

The ceviche at Lil' Deb's Oasis in Hudson, NY, changes on a daily basis in an ever-evolving experiment of colors and flavors. The restaurant uses only locally caught fresh fish, so, in order to re-create at home, buy the highest-quality ingredients you can find.

Lil' Deb's Oasis's take on Peruvian "tiger's milk" features the energizing combo of fresh citrus juice, ginger, and turmeric.

These recipes include fajitas, refried beans, plenty of nachos, and more—just don't skimp on the cheese for it to be true Tex-Mex.