¡Hola! Jalapeño is a recipe website dedicated to celebrating Mexican flavors. Created by professional chef, Kate Ramos. Inspired by her love for Mexican cuisine she creates authentic Mexican recipes with modern twists that are loved not only by her Mexican-American family but thousands of readers. Her recipes have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Parade, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more!
These Recipes Are Your All-Time Favorites (For a Reason)😉
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Hi Reader, Some recipes just stick. They’re the ones you make once… and then again. The ones you bookmark, share, and crave when you want something comforting, familiar, and really, really good. This roundup is full of reader favorites and comfort classics—the tried-and-true recipes you’ve loved most. 😊 Reader Favorites & Comfort Classics
Rich, tender, and deeply flavorful—this is the kind of carnitas recipe that turns any night into a celebration. One reader said: "I’m not always confident in my ability to cook meat, but you make these seem so easy! I also love all the ingredients so might need to give this a try. I know my meat eating husband would love this!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -With Style and Grace
Crisp romaine, bold dressing, and a little edge—this classic salad has serious personality. One reader said: "The caesar salad recipe given here is looking yummy. I just want to taste it. Please do share some more caesar salad recipes.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Caesar
Soft, warm, and worth every minute—once you make these, store-bought just won’t compare. One reader said: "I love homemade tortillas. I used to make them often. I usually smoked out my kitchen with excess flour used from rolling. It has been years since I’ve made them. You’ve inspired me to try them again!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Kathy
Fresh, bright, and endlessly useful—this is the salsa everyone needs in their back pocket. One reader said: "WOW! Kate Ramos This Pico de Gallo recipe is so fresh and flavorful! I love the combination of the tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice. It’s the perfect salsa for tacos, burritos, or just snacking on with some chips. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make salsa.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Oliver
Cozy, hearty, and perfect for leftovers—this one’s a comfort-food staple for a reason.
Buttery, citrusy, and just sweet enough—these bars disappear fast whenever they’re on the table.
Deeply chocolatey with a hint of coffee warmth—these are rich, indulgent, and totally irresistible.
Cozy, hearty, and perfect for leftovers—this one’s a comfort-food staple for a reason. One reader said: "Yum, soaking tres leches cake in coconut sounds SO GOOD!!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" -Melanie 📽️Viral Tamales Tip My most-watched tamales tip—saving you from dry tamales forever.😉
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¡Hola! Jalapeño is a recipe website dedicated to celebrating Mexican flavors. Created by professional chef, Kate Ramos. Inspired by her love for Mexican cuisine she creates authentic Mexican recipes with modern twists that are loved not only by her Mexican-American family but thousands of readers. Her recipes have been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Parade, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more!
Hi Reader, When it’s cold outside, I lean hard into big-batch cooking. The kind of meals that simmer low and slow, fill the kitchen with warmth, and somehow taste even better the next day. Cook once, eat well for days—that’s winter comfort at its finest.😊 Winter Dinner Comfort Classics Instant Pot Barbacoa Beef Deeply flavorful, fall-apart tender, and perfect for tacos, bowls, or quesadillas all week long. One reader said: "So good! My go to barbacoa recipe now.So many other recipes add way...
Hi Reader, One of the best ways to make weeknight meals easier (and more exciting) is to prep versatile components ahead of time that you can remix into totally different dishes all week long. Think of it as building a base pantry of Mexican-inspired flavors that’s ready to go whenever hunger strikes. Once you have them on hand, dinner comes together in minutes—but tastes like you actually cooked.😉 Remix Dinner All Week 1. Rajas Con Crema Creamy roasted poblanos that instantly level up tacos,...
Hi Reader, If you celebrate Las Posadas, you know just how special this time of year feels. It’s all about gathering with family and friends, retelling a beautiful tradition, and sharing food that warms you from the inside out. There’s music, laughter, candles, and—of course—the food. The dishes we make for Las Posadas aren’t just comforting—they’re deeply meaningful. They’re meant to be shared, passed around, and enjoyed together after a long night of celebration. Here are some classic...