From succulent tacos to hearty stews, Mexican beef dishes are a perfect harmony of spices, chilies, herbs, and tender meat. Here’s 35+ irresistible Mexican beef recipes that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico.
Mexican cuisine is renowned for its bold and vibrant flavors that bring together a diverse range of ingredients to create unforgettable dishes. Among these culinary treasures, beef takes center stage in many traditional Mexican recipes.
These 35+ recipes showcase the artistry of Mexican cuisine, celebrating the harmonious blend of spices, textures, and flavors that define this beloved cuisine.
Whether you’re craving a hearty stew, a sizzling grilled dish, or a savory taco, these authentic recipes invite you to embark on a tasty adventure.
Try pairing your meal with one of these 35+ Mexican Appetizers and 25+ Mexican Desserts.
The BEST Mexican Beef Recipes to Try at Home!
Tacos and Tostadas
Carne Asada Tacos: Marinated and grilled beef served in warm tortillas with fresh salsa.
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Barbacoa Tacos: Slow-cooked, tender beef seasoned with rich spices.
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Birria Tacos: Shredded beef stewed in a flavorful red chili sauce.
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Tacos de Lengua: Tacos featuring tender beef tongue, cooked until melt-in-your-mouth perfection.
Get the RECIPE from Mexico in my Kitchen
Beef Tostadas Compuestas: Layered tostadas with beef, refried beans, lettuce, and more.
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Tostadas de Picadillo: Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned ground beef and vibrant toppings.
Get the RECIPE from Maricruz Avalos Kitchen Blog
Hearty Stews and Soups
Albondigas Soup: Flavorful meatball soup with a tomato-based broth.
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Caldo de Res: A hearty beef soup with vegetables and aromatic herbs.
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Pozole Rojo: A comforting stew made with beef and hominy corn in a red chili broth.
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Menudo: Tripe and beef stew known for its bold flavors and spices.
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Classic Main Dishes
Stuffed Poblano Peppers loaded with a mixture of beef & rice and topped with a zesty lime-crema. This healthy recipe will be on your table in 30 minutes.
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Chiles en Nogada: Roasted poblano peppers stuffed with picadillo (ground beef filling) and topped with walnut sauce.
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Carne Deshebrada: Shredded beef cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices for a versatile filling.
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Bistec a la Mexicana: Sautéed beef strips cooked with tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños.
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Ropa Vieja: Shredded beef cooked in a tomato-based sauce with peppers and onions.
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Savory Casseroles and Skillet Dishes
Chilaquiles con Carne: Tortilla casserole layered with beef, cheese, and salsa.
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Pastel Azteca: A layered casserole with tortillas, beef, cheese, and creamy poblano sauce.
Get the RECIPE from Honest Food
Picadillo: A versatile ground beef dish cooked with tomatoes, raisins, olives, and spices.
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Grilled Delights
Grilled Carne Asada: Flavorful marinated beef, grilled and served with sides.
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Arrachera: Marinated skirt steak grilled to perfection and often served with salsa.
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Tacos al Carbon: Grilled beef tacos served with charred tortillas.
Get the RECIPE from A Table Full of Joy
Filling Burritos and Enchiladas
Enchiladas Suizas: Corn tortillas filled with beef, topped with creamy tomatillo sauce and cheese.
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Beef and Bean Burritos: Hearty burritos filled with seasoned beef, beans, and cheese.
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Innovative Fusion
Beef Empanadas: Flaky pastries stuffed with well-seasoned beef.
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Beef Tamales: Corn masa filled with tender beef and aromatic spices, wrapped in corn husks.
Get the RECIPE from Maricruz Avalos Kitchen Blog
Sides and Snacks
Take your snacking to the next level with this Cheesy Enchilada Dip. Beans are layered with ground beef and enchilada sauce, and topped with lots of melty cheese, green onions and a dollop of sour cream.
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Spanish Meatballs – or Albondigas – simmer in enchilada sauce and are topped with sour cream, radishes & cilantro. Serve them taco-style in tortillas or as an appetizer with toothpicks.
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Sopes: Thick tortillas topped with refried beans, beef, lettuce, and cheese.
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Beef Quesadillas: Flour tortillas filled with beef and melted cheese.
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Gorditas de Chicharrón: Corn pockets stuffed with beef and crispy pork rinds.
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Marinated Marvels
Beef Machaca: Dried and rehydrated shredded beef mixed with eggs, tomatoes, and peppers.
Get the RECIPE from Diethood
Beef Fajitas: Sliced beef marinated in lime and spices, perfect for sizzling platters.
Get the RECIPE from Recipe Runner
How to Make Ahead and Store
Many of these Mexican beef recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.
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35+ Mexican Beef Recipes
From succulent tacos to hearty stews, Mexican beef dishes are a perfect harmony of spices, chilies, herbs, and tender meat. Here's 35+ irresistible Mexican beef recipes that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. Try these albondigas (Mexican beef meatballs).
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Servings: 6 people
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup crushed corn chips
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 small onion (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 28-ounce can enchilada sauce
- 6-inch corn tortillas
For Topping
- Sour cream, cotija cheese, sliced radishes, cilantro, avocado
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Stir together corn chips and milk in a large bowl; let stand about 5 minutes or until chips soften. Stir in onion, garlic, cilantro, paprika, cumin, eggs, salt and pepper. Fold in beef.
- Shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 2 tablespoonfuls each). Evenly space meatballs on a cookie rack set in a deep sided baking sheet or on a broiler pan.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until browned.
- Transfer meatballs to a large skillet or Dutch oven; add enchilada sauce. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve meatballs with tortillas and desired toppings.
Notes
Tips: These meatballs can be made ahead of time. Simply bake them and place them in the freezer. When you’re ready to serve, just put them on the stove with the enchilada sauce and add an additional 10 minutes to the simmering time.
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Nutrition
Calories: 566kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 182mg | Sodium: 874mg | Potassium: 535mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 375IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3.9mg
