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10 Mexican Dishes Every Guy Should Know How to Make

From margaritas to churros, these'll be your new dinner go-tos.

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Mexican food is a universal crowd-pleaser: It's hearty, spicy, and always satisfying. So we’ve gathered ten recipes that every guy should add to his cooking repertoire. From margaritas to churros—with plenty of tacos, quesadillas, and guac in between—these'll be your new dinner go-tos. ¡Buen provecho!

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Lemon Lime Margarita

Four ingredients and there you have it! Smooth, tart, and drinkable, these lemon lime 'ritas are the ultimate warm weather drink. Get the recipe on Food52.

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Roberto Santibañez' Classic Guacamole

This guacamole is all about amazing texture. With just two steps, it's definitely an essential appetizer to know. Get the recipe on Food52.

Grilled Salsa

Yup, that's right: You can even throw salsa on the grill. Infused with jalapeño and cilantro, this is sure to spice up any night. Get the recipe on Food52.

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Crazy Street Corn

Don't put those grills away just yet. This messy goodness on a stick is slathered in butter and mayonaisse. Get the recipe on Food52.

Not Exactly Grandma's Migas

Migas that start with chunky vegetables can easily end up dry and disheveled. Not these: The smooth sauce soaks into every shred of tortilla, making an extra silky base for the scrambled eggs. Get the recipe on Food52.

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Carne Asada con Rajas

This dish unites elements you'd eat all on their own: creamy, smoky rajas, and perfectly seasoned steak. Eaten together, it's perfection on a plate—just add a squeeze of lime. Get the recipe on Food52.

Fish Tacos on the Grill

Muster up your confidence, find the nearest kitchen, and start grilling. These take all of 20 minutes to throw together, and if you don't have a grill, by all means use a pan. Get the recipe on Food52.

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Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup

We've enhanced your favorite soup with Mexican flavors of tomato, lime, and a little spice. This basic go-to is a quick dish to whip up and a fast one to eat. Get the recipe on Food52.

Sweet Potato and Cilantro Quesadilla with Fried Egg and Cumin Oil

This unconventional quesadilla mixes a wide range of quintessential Mexican ingredients. Sure to become your next late-night specialty, let the egg yolk ooze into the potato filling. Mop it all up with the corn tortilla and keep limes on deck to top off the masterpiece! Get the recipe on Food52.

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Hanukkah Churros

Don't let the name fool you boys. This cinnamon and sugar-coated dessert can be made all year round. A light, golden shell and eggy sponge-like interior will make you forget every state fair churro you've ever met. Get the recipe on Food52.

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