Welcome to AuthenticTexMexRecipes.com, a culinary haven where the heart of Texas meets the soul of Mexico. As a proud Texan, my lifelong love affair with Tex-Mex cuisine has been nothing short of a flavorful journey. This website is my tribute to the rich, vibrant tastes that define this unique culinary style, a homage to a tradition that has seasoned my life with unforgettable memories.
Raised in the Lone Star State, I was fortunate to grow up amid the tantalizing aromas and bold flavors of authentic Tex-Mex cooking. These recipes are more than just instructions on a page; they are a part of my heritage, a piece of my childhood that I cherish and yearn to preserve. Each dish is a story, a memento of moments shared around the dinner table, laughter echoing under the Texan sky.
In this collection, you will find recipes that stay true to their roots. They are unapologetically original, brimming with the “good stuff” that made our grandma’s cooking legendary. These aren’t the health-conscious adaptations you might stumble upon elsewhere. Here, we celebrate the traditional, the authentic, and the genuinely delightful.
Remember a time when food was not just about sustenance but about pleasure, community, and tradition. A time when the concept of cholesterol was as foreign as a snowstorm in July. Each recipe here is a testament to those good old days, crafted with love, nostalgia, and a generous helping of flavor.
So, welcome to a corner of the internet where the spirit of Texan grandmas lives on, where each recipe is a memory, and every bite is a journey back to a simpler, more flavorful era. Let’s cook, savor, and keep the legacy of authentic Tex-Mex cuisine alive, one delicious meal at a time.
Glossary of Chile Peppers
Welcome to the vibrant and fiery world of chile peppers! In the realm of Tex-Mex cuisine, chile...
The Fajita Botana Platter with Chips and Pico de Gallo: A Superbowl Celebration Staple
As the Superbowl season rolls around each year, a wave of excitement and anticipation sweeps...
The Round Up Restaurant and the Iconic Fajitas
The Roundup Restaurant in Pharr, Texas: A Legacy in the Evolution of Fajitas The Roundup...
The Culinary Journey of the Fajita Botana Platter: A Tex-Mex Symphony
The Culinary Journey of the Fajita Botana Platter: A Tex-Mex Symphony** The fajita botana platter,...
Origins of Fajitas
Fajitas, a dish that has become synonymous with Tex-Mex cuisine, have a rich and fascinating...
Flan
Flan is a sweet silky rich creamy dessert made of caramel topping and a custard base, This recipe is made with condensed milk and vanilla.
Avocado Dip
Avocado Dip Avocado Dip 6 Ea Hass Avocado1/2 Cup Sour Cream1 Cup Picante Sauce6 OZ Grated Cheddar...
Cisco’s Huevos Rancheros
Cisco's Huevos Rancheros Traditional TexMex Huevos (pronounced "guevos")...
El Chico’s Chorizo
El Chico's Chorizo According to Robb Walsh, this recipe is adapted from a cookbook published by El...
Crispy Sugar Tortillas
Crispy Sugar Tortillas These make an easy dessert; add some cajeta or dulce de leche, and the...
Pan de Polvo – Mexican Shortbread
Pan de Polvo recipe for the celebration of Las Posadas (9-day reenactment of Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter in Bethlehem), Weddings, or simply for snacks. Pan de Polvo. Crumbly, cinnamon cookies rolled in sugar melt in your mouth. These cookies are perfect; yes, they are that good.
Pineapple Empanadas
Pineapple Empanadas or Empanadas de Piña is a delicious recipe. They are sweet and slightly tart. They make a great dessert for any occasion.
Mexican Rice
One of the best true authentic Mexican rice recipes for your Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes.
Mexican Chorizo
Mexican Chorizo – no need to hunt for a local Mexican store. You can make your own delicious chorizo tacos, eggs, and chorizo, Mexican queso topped with chorizo yummm I’m getting hungry!
Texas Dry Rub
Texas Dry Rub is an all-purpose seasoning used for grilling and barbecuing.
McAllen Fajitas
McAllen Fajitas is a recipe that is not as complex as Mama Ninfa’s but is not as simple as Sonny Falcon’s plain grilled recipe.
Ninfa’s Original Fajitas
This recipe comes from Mama Ninfa. She would give this recipe out to the publications that would ask for it in the late 80s. It is an awesome recipe. It has been suggested that the fruit and fruit juices were an embellishment that was added. I don’t know, try it both ways.
Pollo a la Naranja – Orange Chicken
Pollo a la Naranja – Orange Chicken – This chicken recipe will leave you fascinated. It has a perfect balance of sweetness and a touch of
Jalapeño Corn Muffins
Jalapeño Corn Muffins Jalapeño Corn Muffins 1½ cups yellow cornmeal½ cup all-purpose flour1...
Award Winning Beef Fajitas
Award Winning Beef Fajitas Rio Grande Valley Award Winning Beef Fajitas 6 lbs Skirt Steak...
Flour Tortillas
Flour Tortillas Flour Tortillas 2 cups Flour1 tsp salt1 tsp baking powder5 tbsp Heaping...
Magnifico Margarita
Magnifico Margarita A margarita like no other, quick easy to make, most importantly its...
Queso Flameado (Flamed Cheese)
Queso Flameado (Flamed Cheese) Great appetizer recipe for parties, rich and gooey. Use a...
Pico de Gallo
Pico de Gallo One of the most popular Salsa in Tex-Mex cuisine. you can make it Hot or not...
South Texas Layered Dip
South Texas Layered Dip A classic appetizer the Layered Dip, great for get together,...
Bean Dip
Bean Dip A great appetizer easy to make, sure to please everyone. 4 cups dry pinto beans2...
Original Nachos
Original Nachos - Countless restaurants claim credit for this dish along the Texas-Mexico...
Carne Asada
Carne Asada The name is simple, meaning "flame-cooked meat," and the dish is...
Classic Chile con Queso
Classic Chile con Queso Chile con queso, over the years this recipe has been made with...
Original Arracheras (Skirt Steak Fajitas)
Original Arracheras (Skirt Steak Fajitas) Texas takes credit for Skirt Fajitas, however,...