If you are looking for food that’s casual yet possessed of a no-holds-barred wow factor, look no further than a taquito platter.

These refried black beans are seasoned with chiles, onions, and anise-scented dried avocado leaves.

Despite his rough-and-tumble persona, Mickey Rourke doesn’t hide his love for his pet Chihuahua-terrier mix. In honor of that Mexican breed of dog, tequila is the foundation here....

The spice rub for this steak evokes the complex flavor of a rich Mexican mole sauce, but with almost no investment of time.

Juicy pineapple meets creamy avocado, crisp jicama, and red onion in a refreshing salad that goes especially well with the cilantro-chipotle tilapia.

Pungent cotija cheese, a garnish for Tortilla Soup with Chiles and Tomatoes, becomes the main event in this delectable sandwich.

Tortilla soup is all about contrasting textures, but its real success hinges on a fabulous broth.

Mild tilapia takes beautifully to a robust, smoky cilantro-chipotle sauce.

This puréed soup is so velvety that it’s hard to believe it’s vegan. Its lushness comes from a surprising source—unsweetened almond milk.