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Cinco de Mayo Recipes with a Smoky Twist

Mezcalini

Cinco de Mayo already?! It seems like we just shook our margaritas (now made with smoky mezcal instead of tequila) and fired up our fajita pans for last year’s holiday. Today, indeed, marks the anniversary of the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. And we’ll join Mexican-Americans in celebrating with our some of our favorite Mexican grilled dishes and cocktails!

Cinco de Mayo BBQ & Grill Recipes

1. Steak and Bean Nachos

Steak and Bean Nachos

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2. Smoked Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp cocktail

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3. Mezcalini

Mezcalini

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4. Jalapeño Poppers (Cheese-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Peppers)

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5. “Shepherd’s Tacos” (Tacos al Pastor)

Carving the pork for tacos al pastor

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6. Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Nopalitos Corn Salad

Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Grilled Nopalitos Corn Salad

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7. Ember-Roasted Salsa with Grilled Tortillas

Ember-Roasted Salsa with Grilled Tortillas

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8. Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo

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9. Barbecued Bean And Cheese Chile Rellenos

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There’s a whole lot more cooking waiting for you in our Recipe Index. Keep the fire burning.

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