Tex-Mex

Guarantee there’s always a hot, melty batch ready for your guests with this nacho construction strategy.

Texas pitmasters are incorporating Mexican-American flavors in their must-have barbecue.

I’ve eaten at Mi Cocina my entire life, but I didn’t know anything about its past.

Nothing beats serving this salsa still warm and freshly blended.

The layer of fluffy egg inside will change your breakfast burrito expectations forever.

An inspiring, true story.

Sizzle like you mean it.

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.

The mezcal and fish sauce in these fajitas make for a surprisingly good combination. You’ll get a smoky, earthy flavor from the mezcal, while the fish sauce adds a little funk and saltiness. If you prefer, use any kind of chopped up chicken or pork in place of the skirt steak.

Start with a Japanese spa in Santa Fe, end with a chic hotel in Austin, and try all the incredible tamales, tequila, and Texas BBQ you can't miss along the way.

Squeezing the excess liquid from the potato will ensure it gets extra crunchy when cooked.

Don’t overdo it when seasoning the egg whites; the lack of fat will allow you to taste the salt that much more.

A legendary layered dip from Matt’s El Rancho in Austin, Texas, of taco meat, queso, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo.

It’s breakfast! It’s brunch! It’s a snack! It’s a glorious mess. And in case you’re wondering, the waffles are pretty amazing just on their own.

If you can find Chihuahua cheese for this, use it! If not, Monterey Jack can be subbed. Not the same, but still crazy good!

The crowd-pleasing cuisine is crossing state lines, this time with house-made tortillas, top-shelf tequila, and queso that's just as gooey as you remember.

These are the beef enchiladas that the entire Bon Appétit Test Kitchen fought each other for. Let’s just say there won’t be leftovers with this recipe. 

The only slow cooker chili recipe you need. This recipe can also be easily doubled.

Three kinds of dried chiles add just the right amount of smoky heat when you cook this best beef chili recipe, and three cuts of beef deliver robust flavor. This is part of BA's Best, a collection of our essential recipes.

You might have more of the salsas than you need; serve them on the side for dipping. This is part of BA's Best, a collection of our essential recipes.

Jaew is a tart, smoky dipping sauce from Thailand, usually served with grilled meats and sausages. Hot Joy chef Quealy Watson takes it to a Tex-Mex place in this eggy, cheesy rice dish that might remind you of nachos (it works). Watch the step-by-step video here.

Separate compartments are key to packing this lunch. Switch up the fixings to keep it fresh: Salsa, guac, and sour cream are all good options.

A great Mexican hot sauce like Valentina or Cholula strikes a perfect balance of flavor and heat.

Layering the chips and fillings is key for an optimal cheese-to-crunch ratio.