Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with authentic Mexican recipes for your party! Start with homemade guacamole using ripe avocados, lime, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro. For a main dish, try making chicken enchiladas with shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, green chilies, and cheese. Complete the meal with classic margaritas made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. These recipes are sure to impress your guests and honor Mexican culture and cuisine on this special day. From flavorful appetizers to refreshing drinks, your Cinco de Mayo fiesta will be a fiesta to remember! ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!’

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta: Authentic Mexican Recipes for Your Party

Introduction

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, and what better way to honor this day than by throwing a fiesta with authentic Mexican recipes! Whether you’re hosting a party for friends and family or just looking to spice up your dinner menu, we’ve got you covered with these delicious dishes.

Guacamole

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe avocados
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions:

1. Peel and mash avocados in a medium serving bowl.
2. Stir in lime juice, salt, onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and garlic.
3. Season with cayenne pepper.
4. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
5. Serve with tortilla chips.

Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix together chicken, half of the enchilada sauce, green chilies, onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Warm tortillas in a skillet until soft.
4. Divide chicken mixture evenly among tortillas, roll up tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top, and sprinkle with cheese.
6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve hot with sour cream and guacamole.

Margaritas

Ingredients:

• 2 oz tequila
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz triple sec
• Ice
• Salt (optional)
• Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice, tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
2. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.
3. If desired, rub the rim of the glass with a lime wedge and dip in salt.
4. Garnish with a lime wedge.
5. Serve chilled.

With these recipes, your Cinco de Mayo fiesta is sure to be a hit! Serve up some delicious guacamole, chicken enchiladas, and margaritas for a memorable celebration of Mexican culture and cuisine. ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!