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These 17 Mexican Favorites Are Packed With Flavor

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Grilling is a fantastic way to cook food with amazing smoky flavor, and these Mexican-inspired recipes are perfect for your next cookout. They use simple marinades, bold spices, and fresh toppings to create truly memorable meals. These dishes are straightforward to prepare and are sure to be a hit with everyone. Fire up the grill and get ready to serve something incredibly delicious.

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Mulitas de Asada (Carne Asada Quesadillas)

A beef mulita on a decorative clay plate and surrounded by fresh green cilantro.
Mulitas de Asada. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

These are like a cross between a taco and a quesadilla, with tortillas, cheese, and steak. Mulitas de Asada are grilled until crispy and the cheese is perfectly melted.
Get Recipe: Mulitas de Asada

Grilled Achiote Chicken

A plate with two grilled chicken thighs covered in a thick, dark glaze, garnished with chopped herbs. Beside the chicken is a serving of refried beans and two lime halves on the side. The plate has a blue and white pattern, and rests on a wooden surface with sprigs of cilantro.
Grilled Achiote Chicken. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Chicken is coated in a bright red, citrusy marinade made from achiote paste. Grilled Achiote Chicken has a unique, earthy flavor and a beautiful color.
Get the recipe: Grilled Achiote Chicken

Balsamic Herb Steak

Grilled Balsamic Herb Steak - this recipe is perfect for outdoor entertaining, BBQ goodness at its best. - by Mama Maggie's Kitchen
Grilled Balsamic Herb Steak. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

A simple marinade of balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs makes any steak taste amazing. Balsamic Herb Steak is a quick way to add great flavor to your grilled meat.
Get Recipe: Balsamic Herb Steak

Grilled Ribs with Tamarind Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Spice-Rubbed Ribs with Chipotle BBQ Sauce has a great balance of spicy and sweet flavors. Perfect for summer BBQs and grilling fun. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen
Grilled Ribs with Tamarind Chipotle BBQ Sauce. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Ribs are coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce with tamarind and chipotle. These Grilled Ribs have a unique and incredibly tasty barbecue flavor.
Get the recipe: Grilled Ribs with Tamarind Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Grilled Pork Chops Adobo

Cooked pork chops piled up together on a white plate and topped with jalapeno slices next to a cooking fork.
Grilled Pork Chops Adobo. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Pork chops are marinated in a traditional Mexican adobo sauce made with chiles and spices. Grilled Pork Chops Adobo are deeply flavorful and slightly smoky.
Get the recipe: Grilled Pork Chops Adobo

Grilled Country-style Ribs

Grilled Country-style Ribs on a white plate, garnished with chopped herbs. The meat has visible grill marks, indicating it has been cooked on a barbecue or grill. Some pieces are slightly thicker than others.
Grilled Country-style Ribs. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

These meaty ribs are great for grilling and hold onto sauce and seasoning well. Grilled Country-style Ribs are a budget-friendly and satisfying option for a crowd.
Get the recipe: Grilled Country-style Ribs

Grilled Tri Tip with Whiskey Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Close-up of a succulent, sliced Grilled Tri Tip with Whiskey Chipotle BBQ Sauce on a wooden cutting board. The meat is tender with a dark, caramelized crust, revealing a juicy interior. A carving fork is inserted into the meat.
Grilled Tri Tip with Whiskey Chipotle BBQ Sauce. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Tri tip is grilled and then brushed with a rich, smoky barbecue sauce. Grilled Tri Tip with Whiskey Chipotle BBQ Sauce is a special and impressive cut of meat.
Get the recipe: Grilled Tri Tip with Whiskey Chipotle BBQ Sauce

Nopales Asados (Grilled Cactus)

Grilled cactus paddles on a decorative brown ceramic plate with small white and green dotted patterns, placed on a light wooden surface.
Nopales Asados. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Paddles of cactus are grilled until tender and slightly charred for a unique side dish. Nopales Asados have a tangy, green bean-like flavor that’s really good.
Get the recipe: Nopales Asados

Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Mexican Dry Rub

Close-up of a juicy, sliced roast beef on a wooden cutting board. It has a slightly charred outer layer and pink, tender meat inside. Two slices are laid in front of the main piece, showcasing the texture.
Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Mexican Dry Rub. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

A tri-tip roast is coated in a spicy dry rub before hitting the grill. Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Mexican Dry Rub is a simple way to pack it with bold flavor.
Get the recipe: Grilled Tri-Tip Steak with Mexican Dry Rub

Carne Asada Torta

A close-up of a Carne Asada Torta filled with slices of cooked beef, fresh green lettuce, sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and a creamy spread, all inside a round, lightly toasted bun. The sandwich sits on a white plate with a blurred background.
Carne Asada Torta. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Grilled, marinated steak is piled onto a soft roll with avocado and toppings. A Carne Asada Torta is a massive and satisfying Mexican sandwich.
Get the recipe: Carne Asada Torta

Balsamic Jalapeño Grilled Tri Tip

A grilling fork holding a piece of tri tip while a thin slice is cut.
Balsamic Jalapeño Grilled Tri Tip. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

This large cut of beef is marinated in a mix of balsamic vinegar and spicy jalapeño. Balsamic Jalapeño Grilled Tri Tip is a sweet, tangy, and tender grilled dinner.
Get the recipe: Balsamic Jalapeño Grilled Tri Tip

Carne Asada Street Tacos

Two Carne Asada street tacos sitting on a decorative blue plate.
Carne Asada Street Tacos. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Marinated skirt or flank steak is grilled and chopped for authentic street-style tacos. Carne Asada Street Tacos are all about the quality of the meat and simple toppings.
Get the recipe: Carne Asada Street Tacos

Alambre de Res

Hand holding flour tortilla beef bacon cheese.
Alambre de Res. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This dish is a mix of grilled beef, bacon, peppers, and onions, all topped with cheese. Alambre de Res is a popular, shareable Mexican skewer or platter.
Get the recipe: Alambre de Res

Grilled Herb Potatoes

A picture of potatoes wrapped in a foil packet next to a package of Kingsford charcoal.
Grilled Herb Potatoes. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Potato wedges are tossed with oil and herbs and cooked right on the grill grate. Grilled Herb Potatoes are a smoky, crispy, and easy side dish for any barbecue.
Get the recipe: Grilled Herb Potatoes

Brochetas de Camaron

Brochetas de Camarón served on a white plate next to fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges.
Brochetas de Camaron. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Shrimp are marinated and threaded onto skewers with vegetables for easy grilling. Brochetas de Camarón are a light, flavorful, and quick-cooking seafood option.
Get the recipe: Brochetas de Camaron

Chipotle Carne Asada Tacos

Chipotle carne asada tacos served on a decorative Mexican plate next to red rice.
Chipotle Carne Asada. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Thinly sliced grilled steak is served in warm corn tortillas with onions and cilantro. Chipotle Carne Asada Tacos are a simple, classic, and incredibly flavorful street food.
Get the recipe: Chipotle Carne Asada Tacos

Grilled fish tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

Two soft tortillas filled with grilled chicken pieces, fresh spinach leaves, diced tomatoes, and creamy sauce, placed on a wooden surface.
Grilled fish tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Firm white fish is grilled and flaked into warm tortillas with a creamy sauce. Grilled Fish Tacos are a lighter, healthier alternative to fried fish tacos.
Get the recipe: Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mayo Sauce

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