To truly experience some of Mexico’s finest cuisines, a visit to a Mexican street food market is essential. The market offers incredible visuals, captivating smells, and a lively ambience, making it a truly unforgettable experience. We have curated a selection of Mexican street food dishes that are inspired by our culinary explorations from Oaxaca to Mexico City.
Gran Luchito's Authentic
Mexican Street Food
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While tacos may be the most renowned Mexican street food, there is a plethora of other hidden gems waiting to be discovered. On our website, you will encounter a diverse array of mouthwatering choices, ranging from the irresistible Mexican street corn known as Elotes to the gooey mushroom quesadillas and slow-cooked lamb tacos.
To explore the complete range of recipes, simply click the button provided below. Additionally, don’t forget to visit our blog, where you will find insightful articles, stunning photographs, and stories straight from the vibrant street markets of Mexico.
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Top tacos, tostadas and quesadillas with our authentic, tender Sliced Green Cactus.
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Gran Luchito's Authentic
Mexican Street Food
DIshes
To truly experience Mexican cuisine, you need to try Mexican street food. It’s a diverse and exciting array of dishes, available from stalls, trucks, umbrellas, carts, bicycles, and even private homes. And now, you can enjoy our collection of Mexican street food recipes, inspired by these culinary delights, right in your own kitchen!
Shrimp tostadas are a mouth-watering Mexican dish that is sure to transport your taste buds to the sunny beaches of Mexico. These crispy tortillas are piled high with plump and juicy shrimp, fresh veggies, and zesty salsa, creating a delicious flavor explosion in every bite. ... See full recipe
Seriously indulgent tacos with slowly stewed beef and cheese..What’s not to love about beef tacos dipped into “Consomé” or meat juices? You'll want these again and again.... See full recipe
Tacos you will crave! What could be better than crispy and succulent pork belly tucked into tacos?! Lovingly cooked in beer and spices and coated in our divine Chipotle Paste.... See full recipe
With flavourful grilled chicken, not only is this a healthy taco, but the authentic pico de gallo and homemade guacamole toppings make it taste super fresh. ... See full recipe
Chicken Quesadilla recipe with a homemade Chipotle Mayo using Gran Luchito Chipotle Pasteis unbelievably moreish. Shredded roast chicken, melted cheese, Soft Taco Wraps with fresh Pico de Gallo and guacamole.... See full recipe
Half Taco and half Quesadilla these easy to make Vampiro Taco recipe originates from Northern Mexico where they are traditionally stuffed with steak and cheese! ... See full recipe
We think you'd like to try these tlacoyos at home as the perfect appetizer alongside some refried beans and tomatillo salsa for the perfect Mexican snack! ... See full recipe
Here is our special hot tamales recipe where we use our Chipotle Paste to cook the beef and make it into delicious and succulent meat, ready to go into the traditional tamales.... See full recipe
Calling all seafood lovers and Chipotle Paste fans, this toasty, gooey and delicious Prawn Quesadilla recipe is for you! Team it with our Hot Habanero and Mango Salsa!... See full recipe
Authentic Puéblan Chicken Tinga in minutes! Use our Tinga Taco Simmer Sauce to create this classic taco dish at home for the family in no time. Tasty, hearty and delicious.... See full recipe
Adobada tacos are a popular and flavourful Mexican street food dish. These tacos are typically made with thinly sliced marinated pork, although variations with other meats like beef or chicken can also be found. ... See full recipe
Sopes are thick masa shaped discs, pinched on the edges to form a vessel. They’re lightly fried and typically topped with refried beans, fresh cheese and salsa.... See full recipe
A crispy corn tostada is topped with smoky Chipotle Mayo, then a delicious fresh tuna ceviche marinated in lime and soy and topped with crispy leeks - an epic starter!... See full recipe
Having been inspired by this TikTok trend, how about some chipotle seasoned hot corn ribs dipped into a delicious homemade salsa macha mayo? We've got it covered.... See full recipe
Indulge in the warm and delicious flavours of a classic tostada, a beloved and traditional Mexican dish featuring a crispy corn tortilla, refried beans, and an array of toppings to create a fulfilling and enjoyable dining experience.... See full recipe
Gorditas are one of those perfect quick Mexican recipes that you can have on the go and eat with your hands. Made of masa, ours are loaded with traditional beef picadillo.... See full recipe
Our delicious toasty, melty Sweet Potato Quesadilla is simply cooked with Chipotle Paste, Cantina Beans and a bit of butter. Dollop in salsa and you have a treat right there! ... See full recipe
A popular way of eating corn on the cob in Mexico is barbecued! Our BBQ Corn recipe is served with Chipotle Butter, a squeeze of lime juice, and freshly chopped coriander.... See full recipe
Fresh oregano and zesty orange fill this dish with some seriously beautiful flavour...The spices used also give a vibrant burnt orange colour to this dish.... See full recipe
Seriously flavourful pork shoulder with pineapple, jalapeños, coriander & fresh lime! The pork is grilled and served in Soft Taco Wraps, topped with Jalapeño & Pineapple.... See full recipe
This tasty Mexican corn salad recipe is plucked straight from the streets of Mexico City. We love the sauce made with parmesan, lime juice, Chipotle Mayo and coriander.... See full recipe
Our signature quesadilla features crispy chorizo and onions caramelised with Chipotle Paste and honey and a mix of gruyere and cheddar cheeses. This is an epic quesadilla!... See full recipe
Quesadillas don’t get much better than this! Our Pulled Pork Quesadilla is full of beautiful smoky pulled pork with caramelised red onions, corn & oodles of melted cheese.... See full recipe
Looking for the best cheesy beef quesadilla recipe? Our beef quesadilla has tender chuck steak AND brisket slow cooked in ale and Chipotle Paste which makes an epic filling.... See full recipe
Our Brussel Sprout and Chorizo Quesadilla with crispy chorizo is so delicious that it can transform even the biggest sprout hater! Perfect for a snack or starter.... See full recipe
Crispy, chipotle and beer battered fish with crunchy veg, fresh lime and chilli mayo - a Mexican beach holiday in a taco! A delicious combination of flavours and textures.... See full recipe
A torta is not just any Mexican sandwich! Layers of flavours are put together to create the ultimate sandwich. Our tasty chorizo sandwich will be your new lunchtime favourite!... See full recipe
Loading up our large quarter cut tortilla chips with cheese, smoky chicken and Chipotle Salsa makes an irresistible snack in this Smoky Chicken Tostadas recipe. ... See full recipe
Quesadillas are super easy to make and in this recipe, the humble Cheese Quesadilla gets taken up an authentic notch with the addition of Sliced Mexican Green Cactus.... See full recipe
A delicious, meat free and crispy yet oozing with cheese quesadilla filled with flavourful and meaty mushrooms. A very easy and quick to make snack or meal.... See full recipe
One of the very best street snacks you’ll find in Mexico! Our delicious Elotes are smothered in creamy chipotle mayo, lime juice, fresh coriander and crumbly cheese.... See full recipe
Gran Luchito's Authentic
Mexican Street
Food Blog
In this blog post, we explore the quintessential Mexican street food dishes that you can find in bustling markets across the country.
From tacos to tamales to tostadas, these are the dishes that people line up for, and for good reason. They’re flavourful, authentic, and affordable. And if you can’t make it to Mexico, we hope you’ll be inspired to try one of our Mexican street food recipes at home.
Is Street Food Safe?
While many people are cautious about eating street food when travelling, Mexico is an exception. The most authentic and flavourful local cuisine can only be found on the streets. From bustling stalls to makeshift tables under umbrellas, food trucks, carts, bicycles, and even windows of private homes, there’s no shortage of places to find delicious Mexican street food.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, it’s best to choose vendors with long queues. This is a good indicator that the food is both high quality and safe to eat.
Without further ado, here is a compilation of the traditional Mexican street food delicacies that capture the essence of this vibrant culinary culture.
First on our list of Mexican street food, considered the most iconic of Mexican cuisine and certainly the most consumed food in Mexico. Tacos are simple to make, cheap and quick to get. Most of all, in every corner of every city you will most probably find a taco place.
Tacos can be made with either corn or flour tortilla, topped with finely cut meat chunks, and sprinkled with avocado and onion. Of course, a good dose of chilli sauce, a very spicy sauce, makes it authentically Mexican.
Tamales are a typical Mexican breakfast. Although you find them in many other Latin American countries, we think the Mexican ones are the best version. A tamale has corn dough wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves and stuffed with different kinds of meat or cheese, mole or rajas (strips of chile poblano along with some tomato and onion). Every region has its typical variation but everywhere Mexicans enjoy it either for breakfast or as a treat during the day.
Next on our list of Mexican street food is Quesadillas. The typical quesadilla is a flour tortilla folded into a sort of pocket containing melted cheese and different kinds of vegetables, especially mushrooms or squash blossoms. In some regions, you can also find them deep-fried and topped with guacamole, bean paste, a spicy tomato sauce, and shredded fresh cheese.
Tortas are generally huge sandwiches made with bun bread and filled with all sorts of stuffing including meat, cheese, avocado, salad, and tomatoes. The most typical are the overly stuffed Chemita in Puebla and the juicy Torta Ahogada in Guadalajara, which is a sandwich dipped in hot tomato sauce.
Beware that if you ask for a sandwich in Mexico, you won’t get a “Torta”, because a sandwich is made with sliced bread only, not with a bun.
Gorditas and Sopes are the same things just with different names. A thick fat tortilla, fried or grilled, cut in two and stuffed with different kinds of “guisado” (delicious stewed meat or vegetables).
Made with either yellow or purple corn which gives a different colour to the tortilla.
Pictured here are Gorditas which are being cooked on the comal which is a flat, smooth griddle at a Mexican street food market.
With Esquites, or as we like to call it Mexican Corn, the kernels have been removed from the cob and served in a cup. Served with mayonnaise, cheese and salt. Definitely easier to eat if you are walking and a delicious side for just about any Mexican main or BBQ.
Tlacoyos are made with the same masa dough used to make corn tortillas. They are rolled into a tortilla-like shape, filled with refried beans and then the sides are folded up into a vessel-like shape. They are then heated on the comal and topped with some salad and salsa.
Ultra-crispy fried pork skin chunks are sold in markets or in carts on the street. Very common everywhere in Mexico and eaten as a snack always with a delicious, spicy jalapeño sauce. We like seasoning the pork skin with Smoky Chipotle Fajita and Taco Mix and then dipping it into a pot of our Mango Habañero Salsa to get our fix when at home!
A delicious, crunchy salted corn tortilla topped with different ingredients. You will find tostadas with seafood or different kinds of meat mixed with salad. Our Tuna Tostada recipe is absolute heaven!
These look like just regular crisps, but the bags are open on the side and topped with hot jalapeño sauce. Eaten as a snack – yum!
Churros
A typical sweet treat made of deep-fried sweet dough in a cylindrical shape and sprinkled with sugar. Served with different sauces the most common being chocolate or dulce de leche.
Licuados and Juices
Finally up on our list of Mexican Street Food are the drinks. You’ll find delicious fruit drinks including Frutas, Agua Frescas and Licuados.
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Food FAQs
Here are our most frequently asked questions about Mexican street food recipes. To learn more about making Mexican street food dishes at home, be sure to check out the Gran Luchito Youtube Channel.
What's the most popular Mexican street food dish?
Tacos are definitely the favourite and what makes them exciting is that there are so many different varieties to sample depending on what region you are in.
What are antojitos?
Antojitos quite literally translated means street food in Mexico.
What's the most common ingredient in street food?
Tortillas are the everyday bread of Mexico and form the basis for many street food dishes you will find.
How do you know what's the best Mexican street food?
Look for the stalls with the longest queues - this will be indicative of the most popular stalls.
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