Food of Mexico
59 traditional dishes · North America
Cities & regions of Mexico
Tacos al Pastor
Marinated spit-roasted pork on corn tortillas with pineapple, onion and coriander.
Barbacoa
Lamb slow-steamed in agave leaves in an earth pit.
Birria
Rich chilli-braised meat stew, also tucked into crispy tacos.
Cochinita Pibil
Achiote-marinated pork slow-roasted in banana leaf.
Chileajo
Chileajo is a beloved stew, traditional to Mexico.
Charanda
Hailing from Mexico, Charanda is a much-loved spirit.
Joven Tequila
Joven tequila is a Mexican spirit blending young blanco with lightly aged reposado, giving a smooth drink that keeps the fresh agave character, a versatile cocktail base.
Mole
Mole is one of the classic dishes in the sauce tradition of Mexico.
Mole Poblano
A complex chilli-and-chocolate sauce over turkey or chicken.
Aguachile
Raw shrimp cured in fiery lime and chilli water.
Berros Regionales
Rooted in Mexico, Berros Regionales is a salad enjoyed for generations.
Carne Asada
Citrus-marinated grilled beef chopped for tacos.
Carnitas
Pork slow-cooked in its own fat until crisp and tender.
Champurrado
Champurrado is a beloved other non-alcoholic beverages, traditional to Mexico.
Chiles en Nogada
Stuffed poblano under walnut sauce and pomegranate.
Esquites
Cup of corn kernels with mayo, lime, chilli and cheese.
Frijoles Puercos Estilo Jalisco
Rooted in Mexico, Frijoles Puercos Estilo Jalisco is a snack enjoyed for generations.
Guacamole
Mexico's fresh avocado dip — ripe avocado mashed with lime, onion, coriander and chilli, scooped up with tortilla chips.
Pepita Con Tasajo
Hailing from Mexico, Pepita Con Tasajo is a much-loved stew.
Pozole
Hearty hominy soup topped with crunchy garnishes.
Tacos
Tacos are Mexico's iconic corn (or wheat) tortillas folded around a savoury filling, from al pastor and carnitas to Baja fish tacos, finished with salsa, lime and coriander.
Tinga
Shredded chicken in smoky chipotle-tomato sauce.
Tlayuda
Giant crisp tortilla topped Oaxacan style.
Torta
Mexican sandwich on a crusty roll, piled with fillings.