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    Mexican Lent Recipes

    These Mexican Lent Recipes are perfect for the season. From my son's favorite Capirotada to several fish dishes, this section is full of tasty dishes that your family will love.

    • Three crispy Tacos de Papa topped with lettuce, diced tomatoes, and pickled red onions on a white plate, served with green salsa and limes.
      Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Dorados)
    • Three Fajitas de Camaron with bell peppers on a plate with a lime wedge, accompanied by a bowl of limes and a small dish of spices.
      Shrimp Fajitas (Fajitas De Camarón)
    • A white plate with Camarones al Mojo de Ajo garnished with chopped herbs, served with white rice and lime slices. A pan of shrimp in garlic sauce is visible in the background on a wooden table.
      Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (Mexican Garlic Shrimp)
    • Five golden, crispy Tacos Gobernador filled with cheese are arranged on a colorful plate, garnished with cilantro. Sliced jalapeños and a bowl of salsa sit nearby on a rustic wooden table.
      Tacos Gobernador
    • A white plate with white rice and a tomato-based Pescado a la Veracruzana stew featuring green olives, peppers, and pieces of fish, garnished with cilantro. A fork rests on the plate, all on a rustic wooden table.
      Pescado a la Veracruzana (Veracruz-Style Fish)
    • A bowl of Sopa de Lentejas with diced carrots and onions, topped with a cilantro leaf, and a spoon resting inside. Bread is visible in the background.
      Sopa de Lentejas (Mexican Lentil Soup)
    • Three Tacos de Pescado on a wooden board, topped with pickled onions, shredded cabbage, and salsa. Two lime wedges are on the side. A bowl of salsa and a plate of fried fish are nearby.
      Tacos de Pescado (Ensenada Fish Tacos)
    • A plate with Camarones Enchipotlados—shrimp simmered in a flavorful red sauce—served alongside green beans and rice with vegetables. Surrounding items include limes, cilantro, a can of tomato sauce, and an “El Camaron” Lotería card on a wooden surface.
      Camarones Enchipotlados (Chipotle Shrimp)
    • A plate of Arroz con Camarones features Mexican rice with shrimp, beans, and a lemon wedge, garnished with cilantro and served in a colorful dish.
      Arroz con Camarones (Mexican Rice with Shrimp)
    • A plate of Espagueti Verde topped with crumbled cheese and garnished with a sprig of cilantro, set on a white plate with a fork and napkin in the background.
      Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti)
    • A stack of three golden brown pancakes—reminiscent of classic torrejas—rests on a white plate, with syrup being poured over them from a glass pitcher. A red dish is in the blurred background.
      Torrejas (Mexican French Toast)
    • A skillet filled with creamy poblano dip, inspired by classic Rajas con Crema, garnished with cilantro and surrounded by tortilla chips, fresh cilantro, and a whole poblano pepper on a dark wooden surface.
      Rajas con Crema (Roasted Poblano Peppers in Cream)
    • Entomtadas de Queso: Three enchiladas covered in red sauce, topped with crumbled cheese and chopped cilantro, served on a white plate.
      Entomatadas de Queso (Cheese Entomatadas)
    • A white plate with steamed rice garnished with cilantro, lime wedges, and shrimp in a fiery red Camarones a la Diabla Square sauce, set on a rustic wooden table.
      Camarones a la Diabla (Mexican Deviled Shrimp)
    • A white plate with enfrijoladas—enchiladas smothered in rich refried bean sauce—topped with crumbled cheese and fresh cilantro. Next to the plate are bowls of cheese, sliced jalapeños, fresh cilantro, and pinto beans on a rustic wooden table.
      Enfrijoladas Recipe
    • Fish ceviche served in a glass bowl.
      Fish Ceviche (Ceviche de Pescado)
    • Two tostadas of Shrimp Ceviche topped with sliced avocado sitting on top of a wooden surface.
      Shrimp Ceviche (Ceviche de Camarón) + VIDEO
    • Pescado en Salsa de Chiles (or Fish in Mexican Chili Sauce) is a savory dish that is full of robust flavors. A simple recipe perfect for Lent. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen
      Pescado en Salsa de Chiles
    • Ensalada de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad) in a large white serving dish.
      Ensalada de Camaron
    • Tortitas de Papa con Atun on a white plater sprinkled with chopped cilantro.
      Tortitas de Papa con Atun (Tuna Potato Patties)
    • Pescado al Ajillo in a skillet topped with garlic slices and chopped cilantro.
      Pescado al Ajillo [VIDEO]
    • Capirotada (or Mexican Bread Pudding) served in a white bowl and topped with sprinkles.
      Capirotada (or Mexican Bread Pudding) + VIDEO
    • Camarones en Crema Chipotle in a black iron skillet topped with slices of yellow lemon and surrounded by a blue kitchen towel and green cilantro.
      Camarones en Crema Chipotle [VIDEO]

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    • A brown ceramic bowl filled with Slow Cooker Birria de Res—tender shredded beef in red broth, garnished with chopped onions and cilantro—sits on a colorful embroidered cloth with fresh herbs in the background.
      Slow Cooker Birria Recipe (Birria de Res)
    • A white plate with steamed rice garnished with cilantro, lime wedges, and shrimp in a fiery red Camarones a la Diabla Square sauce, set on a rustic wooden table.
      Camarones a la Diabla (Mexican Deviled Shrimp)
    • Menudo, or Pancita, is Mexican comfort food at its best. Served for Sunday brunch and shared with lots of love. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen
      Mexican Menudo Recipe + VIDEO
    • Instant Pot Pork Tamales stacked and ready to cook. Surrounded by cilantro and decorative Mexican kitchenware.
      Instant Pot Pork Tamales [VIDEO]
    • A bowl of vegetable soup inspired by Caldo de Camaron, topped with avocado cubes and served with a lime wedge on the side. A spoon and small dish are in the background on a wooden table.
      Caldo de Camarón (Mexican Shrimp Soup)
    • Bowl of pinto beans topped with chopped bacon, beef pieces, and fresh cilantro in a savory broth, inspired by the flavors of Carne en Su Jugo.
      Carne En Su Jugo

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