Must-Make Gluten Free Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
I’m in favor of any excuse to have a party, especially a party that involves delicious Mexican food! I love Mexican food so much that I could eat it three times a day. Or four. Over the years I’ve shared a lot of Mexican-inspired recipes with you, so here are some must-make gluten free recipes for your Cinco de Mayo celebrations, or for whenever. I’m a firm believer that you don’t need any excuse to enjoy tacos!
My Favorite Gluten Free Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Authentic Braised Pork Carnitas
This dish is made with a large pork butt or shoulder roast. This particular cut of pork (butt or shoulder) is inexpensive, and must be cooked all afternoon.
Top these delectable authentic braised pork carnitas tacos with some chopped cilantro and onions, some avocado slices, and some spicy salsa. And don’t forget the margaritas! ¡Salud!
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Radish, Cucumber + Avocado Salsa
If I could take a bite of Mexico, I imagine it would taste much like this Radish, Cucumber & Avocado Salsa – fresh with an earthy undertone, bright with lime, and hotter than heck. (Ok…it’s not that hot, but the Serrano chiles do pack a punch.) This delightfully zesty salsa is so good, you’ll have a hard time not eating it all out of the bowl with a spoon.
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Paloma Picante Cocktail
I’ve heard it said that the Paloma is the poor man’s margarita. Made with a mixture of tequila & homemade grapefruit simple syrup, there is nary a lime to be seen in this cocktail. It is, however, light, refreshing and totally awesome. Sweet, tart, and spicy, this fun take on the margarita has it all. I think it’s the perfect cocktail for summer gatherings and barbecues. Make the simple syrup earlier in the day so it’s nice and cool by the time you are ready to get your drink on. Cheers!
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Instant Pot Chicken Mole with Pomegranate Salsa
My take on chicken mole is much easier than traditional mole, but still packs a punch in the flavor department thanks to roasted tomatoes, spices, raisins, nuts, and yes, chocolate. The pomegranate salsa tastes as bright as it looks and is the perfect accompaniment to the rich mole sauce. These tacos are rich and flavorful, with just the right amount of spices to make them smell absolutely fragrant and delicious.
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Cool, Floral, Smoky + Spicy Margarita
I know you know how to make a margarita. But I’m going to teach you how to make a margarita that SLAYS. It’s the kind of cocktail that you would be very happy to pay big bucks for at your favorite fancy watering hole. It’s cool, floral, spicy and smoky – a total summer margarita glow up.
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Seafood and Chorizo Soft Tacos
These seafood and chorizo soft tacos are made from vegetarian chorizo which is lower in fat than the regular kind. I think it tastes exactly like the real deal. This meal comes together in minutes making it perfect for those busy weeknights. Since Cinco de Mayo falls on a Wednesday this year, these quick, meatless tacos would be perfect.
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Cilantro Pepita Chicken Salad
The cilantro pepita dressing on this salad is good with just about everything. Use it for this salad–or pour it over simple lettuce greens, use it as a dip for veggies, or use it to top grilled shrimp. Any way you have it, the bright cilantro & jalapeno peppers combine with the roasted pepitas and cheese to make a simultaneously fresh and rich sauce.
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So there you have it! If you make any of these recipes, or any other recipe from my blog, drop a comment below and be sure to tag me on Instagram, and use the hashtags #agirldefloured #deflouredrecipes! Hope you have a very happy and delicious Cinco de Mayo!
Thanks. These ideas will come in very handy.