Cinco de Mayo Party Food Recipes

Cinco de Mayo Party Food!

Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner in fact it’s next Friday, eek! And if you’re having a party well you know me – every great party starts with great food. Well when it comes to Cinco de Mayo Party Food, I got ya covered!

Fresno is known to have the BEST Mexican food around in fact my Dad was told that when he was in the Army 50 years ago! After moving here three years ago, I found out those guys were right! I’ve tried to emulate some of the best flavors I’ve sampled.

First up are these AMAZING Baja Fish Tacos!

Baja Fish Tacos are a little spicy but with BIG flavor – if you’re looking to grill, the perfect choice for Cinco de Mayo! These easy tacos are so simple just a light marinade and onto the grill they go!

Don’t forget to grill the tortillas!

What makes a great tortilla? If you’re looking for authentic flavor, be sure to grill the tortillas! It doesn’t take but a few seconds each side and that char? Oh the flavor! Simple to do but makes a HUGE difference in flavor!

More ideas for Tacos?

Dirty Rice Black Bean Tacos – Southern Style Dirty Rice and spicy Mexican Flavors combine well to make this delicious meal and don’t omit the jalepenos – the spicy bite makes the taco!

Roasted Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Tacos – The vegetarian tacos are meaty, crunchy and spicy – topped with Avo-Lime sauce makes them a bright, filling and delicious meal, try them!

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos – these are seriously good! And easy! Slow cooked, moist and delicious, these are perfect for a weeknight meal or a party.

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Homemade Taco Seasoning – super easy to make, tastes better than the packet. Customize to your taste – spicy or mild – so why not make it yourself?

Cinco de Mayo Party Food

Posole is one my favorite meals! I ain’t gonna lie! It is spicy and flavorful, the pork is braised to perfection. If you haven’t made it yet – you need to. Seriously, it’s that good!

Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken Stew – set it forget it, come home at the end of the day to a delicious homemade stew! Let’s make mealtime easy and delicious!

Easy Taco Soup – is a spicy and delicious soup that’s made with pantry staples! If you can open a can – you can make this fabulous soup – let’s get cooking!

Serve them with your favorite salsa – red or green!

Chicken Chimichanga – No deep frying here! Make chicken chimichangas without deep frying. Save the calories, get great flavor and no mess clean up!

Guacamole Dip

Need more ideas for Cinco de Mayo Party Food? A great guac is a must for your party! Here’s an easy, creamy delicious recipe – my Guacamole combines avocados, cream cheese, tomatoes, peppers, onions, cilantro – yes it’s a bit of a kitchen-sink, but seriously? I’ve never had any leftovers at the end of any party – you definitely need to put this one your list!

Pico de Gallo – best served at room temperature this is an easy make ahead appetizer!

Easy Quesadilla Dip – Do you like gooey, sweet, spicy cheesiness? Then this Quesadilla Dip is for you! Perfect for a party – easy and delicious!

See what I mean? We do have just the BEST Mexican food here in Fresno and now YOU can enjoy it in your home! I hope you’ve found this as a great resource of recipes for your party!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!

Cinco de Mayo Party Food Recipes!