Please give me your mexican recipes preferably healthy ha ha

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  • try chile rubbed pork shoulder from Bon Appetite with pickled red onions (totally not what you would expect) green sauce, cotija cheese, cilantro in a soft corn tortilla. You can always leave out the onlions and peppers. If you are going with beans try bacon simmered black beans in the same Bon Appetite mag. They are a revealtion.
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    This one isn't truly mexican but has the flavor. I tried this one and it was pretty good. You have to adjust to your personal tastes though

    Southwestern Beef & bean Burger wrap

    Ingredients
    12 ounces 93%-lean ground beef
    1 cup refried beans
    1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapenos
    1 avocado, peeled and pitted
    1/2 cup prepared salsa
    1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
    4 whole-wheat tortillas, warmed (see Tip)
    2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
    1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
    1 lime, cut into 4 wedges
    Directions
    1. Position oven rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan with cooking spray.
    2. Gently combine ground beef, beans, cilantro and jalapenos in a medium bowl (do not overmix). Shape into four 5-by-2-inch oblong patties and place on the prepared pan.
    3. Broil the patties until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165 degrees F , 12 to 14 minutes.
    4. Meanwhile, mash together avocado, salsa and garlic powder in a small bowl.
    5. Place tortillas on a clean work surface. Spread each with the guacamole, then sprinkle with lettuce and cheese. Top each with a burger and roll into a wrap. Serve immediately, with lime wedges.
  • comogirl
    comogirl Posts: 154 Member
    Thank you!
  • nrskelley
    nrskelley Posts: 3 Member
    Right now I am dealing with an injury meaning I have no calories to spare

    Mexican taste is comfort food for us, green chili, tomatillos and chipotle can make anything taste good and satisfy me.

    This morning I put 1/3 can of Costeña green chili salsa on two eggs, with 1/2 oz cheese.

    I made up a chicken soup with a couple cans of the same salsa, plus a couple pounds of fresh tomatillos cut up. The chicken was a Costco rotisserie skin and bones boiled for stock, the meat cut into chunks....oh yes, lots of chopped onions and celery sauteed. S It is like a green pozole without the hominy....sometimes I put chopped cabbage in it......mmmmm. I serve it with chunks of avocado and more chili. Mexicans get most of their calories from tortillas and the lard used for their beans. Cut that out and Mexican food can be pretty healthy.

    Oh, on taco Tuesday we eat homemade tortillas with small portions of filling, and then I load on the cabbage and pico de gallo. Satisfying....but I always try to get in a little extra exercise, tortillas can be dangerous.

    I also make a simple spicy bean soup vegetarian style, topped with cheese and yogurt. If I knew how to attach my recipes I would.
  • onedayillbeamilf
    onedayillbeamilf Posts: 966 Member
    Bumpity bump bump mcbumperson.
  • mkham40
    mkham40 Posts: 11 Member
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  • First, I would make a big batch of spicy shredded chicken in the crockpot: Just put in a big package of boneless skinless chicken breasts, taco seasoning, and 1/2 c. water and cook on high 2-3 hours. I use it for enchiladas, tacos, nachos, taquitos etc.

    I am also in love with thin corn tortillas!!!

    Red chicken enchiladas:
    Shredded chicken
    thin corn tortillas
    red enchilada sauce
    cheese (I just put it on top)
    Mix chicken with a little red sauce. Wrap and put in baking dish. Top with more sauce and cheese. Bake at 350 for 15-20 min.

    Green chicken enchiladas:
    Shredded chicken
    1 pkg low fat cream cheese
    green enchilada sauce.
    Heat all together. Wrap in thin corn tortillas. Top with more green enchilada sauce & fiesta cheese. Bake at 350 for 15-20 min.

    Taquitos:
    Shredded chicken
    Montery jack cheese
    Thin corn tortillas
    Roll up and bake at 450 degreese for 8-10 minutes

    Fish tacos:
    Baked fish sticks
    Thin corn tortillas, warmed
    Green salsa
    Sour cream
    jalapenos

    Beef tacos in crunchy taco shells

    Beef taco salad

    Taco soup -or-

    Chicken taco soup

    Can you tell we eat a lot of mexican food at our house??!!!
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  • Molly_Maguire
    Molly_Maguire Posts: 1,103 Member
    Ever had pozole? ("Poh-SOLE-ay", please do NOT say "puzzole", I'll slap you!) It sounds strange, but seriously it's super delicious, and with cooler weather coming up, it's a perfect comfort food.

    http://allrecipes.com/recipe/easy-chicken-posole/
  • WeekndOVOXO
    WeekndOVOXO Posts: 779 Member
    Taco Salad is my favorite.
  • tequila09
    tequila09 Posts: 764 Member
    Ever had pozole? ("Poh-SOLE-ay", please do NOT say "puzzole", I'll slap you!) It sounds strange, but seriously it's super delicious, and with cooler weather coming up, it's a perfect comfort food.

    http://allrecipes.com/recipe/easy-chicken-posole/

    Yumm!! I absolutely love pozole!! Though Ive only ever had pork. Im a little scared to try and make the chicken one for fear I won't like it though I'm sure the bf would probably eat it all. I'll try it soon!

    Also to the OP I'll suggest a Mexican rice made with brown rice. Feel free to message me for the recipe!
  • veggievixen79
    veggievixen79 Posts: 109 Member
    bump fot later
  • scoilcolm
    scoilcolm Posts: 11 Member
    going to try this one tonight - mmmm
  • My husband is from Aguascalientes, Mexico – there are a couple recipes that I have played with that he just absolutely loves and I like them because I know I am still eating healthy.

    Turkey & Spinach Enchiladas

    1lb extra-lean ground turkey breast
    1 medium onion, chopped
    2-3 chopped pieces garlic
    2 tsp olive oil
    1 box Green Giant frozen chopped spinach
    1 small can Old El Paso chopped green chiles, undrained
    ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    2-3 tbs fat-free sour cream
    ¾ cup shredded reduced-fat cheese
    1 can Old El Paso enchilada sauce
    8 flour tortillas


    Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, sauté turkey, garlic and onion in olive oil over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until turkey is no longer pink.

    Stir in spinach, stirring until thawed. Add in green chiles, cumin, ¼ can of enchilada sauce, sour cream and 1/4 cup of the cheese.

    Top each tortilla with about 1/2 cup turkey mixture. Roll up tortillas; place seam side down in baking dish. Spread the remaining enchilada sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.


    Chile Colorado

    2 lbs. lean stew meat
    I med. onion – chopped
    2-3 garlic - chopped
    2 tsp. olive oil
    1 tbs flour
    1 small can tomato sauce
    8 california dried red peppers
    1 can beef broth
    1 tsp cumin
    1-2 crushed dried oregano

    While you sauté together the meat, olive oil, garlic and onions (med/high heat) – remove tops of dried chiles and remove seeds. Boil until soft remove most of the water leave some for blending. Liquefy in blender.

    After meat is browned add flour and mix together, now add can of beef broth, tomato sauce, your chile sauce you just made, and all the spices. You may also add salt & pepper to taste.

    Turn temp to low and let cook for another 30-45 minutes. Serve with chopped onions & cilantro. My husband eats his with tortillas. I just use a fork. ;) Less added carbs and calories. Have fun and enjoy,
  • rhondy1
    rhondy1 Posts: 61 Member
    This recipe is courtesy of a friend of mine. Delicious and easy. With leftovers for lunches.

    Mexican Chicken Rice Bake

    2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    1 medium white onion, finely chopped
    1 1/2 Cups chopped sweet peppers
    1 cup chopped celery
    1 1/2 Tablespoons minced fresh garlic
    4 Cups cooked/steamed rice ( I use brown rice)
    1 Tablespoon ground cumin
    2 Cups chopped chicken breast
    1/4 teaspoon Lawry’s seasoning salt
    1/2 Cup prepared Salsa
    1.5 cup corn, thawed
    1 can black beans (or any bean of choice), drained (optional)
    1/2 Cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
    1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place oil into a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion, celery and peppers for about 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in cooked rice, season with cumin and reduce heat to low. Transfer mixed rice to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
    2. Place chicken breast into a medium skillet over medium heat. Season with Lawry’s, and salsa; mix and reduce heat to low. Pour corn over rice. Next layer the beans, cilantro, chicken and top with cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted.
    8 servings
  • tonybalony01
    tonybalony01 Posts: 613 Member
    Here's a whole bunch of Mexican-style recipes for you.

    http://www.livestrong.com/recipes/tag-south-beach/mexican/

    One of my favorites is the Mexican Lasagna from South Beach Diet.
    It's a lot of work to make, but I love it, so I don't mind making it.
    Leftovers keep really well, so you can even have lunch for a couple days afterwards.
  • Just posted a Southwest chicken chili recipe. Do we have to be friends for you to see?
  • in general i would say limit or eliminate the cheese and sour cream. avacado is a nutritional marvel but can be a little high fat so i'd limit that too. try boneless skinless chicken breast instead of ground beef. use a pot instead of a pan. throw your chicken and taco seasoning into the pot, cover the chicken with water and simmer till you can shred the chicken. as you shred the chicken, reduce the cooking liquid to the consistency of a sauce. throw the chicken back in you've got some fantastic chicken tacos. also consider using corn tortillas with the beans as combining the amino acids in the two form a complete protein without all the fat and calories of meat. if you're looking for super easy, brown some chicken breasts for a few minutes on each side. throw them in a 13" by 9" pan with some salsa and bake at 350 for an hour. the shredded chicken also makes great enchiladas.
  • WeekndOVOXO
    WeekndOVOXO Posts: 779 Member
    Making myself some al pastor tacos, roasted home made salsa and corn chips.
  • Zandia_1
    Zandia_1 Posts: 183 Member
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  • tangoterry
    tangoterry Posts: 51 Member
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  • Miss Kitty's Southwest Chicken Chili ( Makes 12 x 3/4 cup servings) 140 calories per serving

    3 boneless chicken breasts cooked and torn into bite size pieces
    1/2 onion chopped and sauteed until clear
    1 can chopped green chilies
    1 can Rotel chopped tomatoes
    3 cups chicken broth canned or homemade
    3/4 tsp cumin
    1/2 tsp garlic
    1/2 tsp oregano
    1/2 tsp dried cilantro
    1/2 cup chili powder
    3/4 cup canned corn
    1 can kidney or black beans rinsed

    Cook for at least 45 min on stove top and top with cheese or green onions. Very hearty and filling.
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    notmac Posts: 89
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  • rhondadwyer69
    rhondadwyer69 Posts: 74 Member
    bump - I want help also!
  • Ceviche Mmmmmmmmmmmmm ^-^
  • Thesoundofwolf
    Thesoundofwolf Posts: 378 Member
    I'm in love with replacing the meats with sea foods.

    Last night I had a greek yogurt, spring salad mix, blue cheese crumbles (hold on with me here), with scallops that had been sattued in some red whine on the pan. Smear the shell with some hummus and call it love.
  • EvgeniZyntx
    EvgeniZyntx Posts: 24,208 Member
    Chile en Nogada

    Sour cream can be replaced by a yoghurt based sauce.

    http://mexicanfood.about.com/od/chilerecipe1/r/chileennogada.htm

    Look up mole, pozole, avocado soup, ceviche...
  • love all the suggestions, will be trying some of these too.