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Irresistible Mexican Menu Ideas

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Your quinceañera guests aren’t going to be talking about your dress, the music played by the DJ or the decorations in the weeks following your party. Believe it or not, they’re probably going to be talking about the food!

This is why it’s important to make sure you provide the best appetizers, entrees and desserts for your guests to snack on at your party.

Need a little inspiration? Check out these tasty Mexican menu ideas that will surely impress all of your guests!

Tacos – Everyone loves a good taco, so why not feature them on the menu at your quince?! The best thing about tacos is that your guests can customize them with toppings and sauces to fit their individual taste.

Enchiladas – For a hot menu item, enchiladas are always a good idea. You could offer your guests with a few different kinds of enchiladas such as ones made with beef, chicken and just cheese.
A person is cutting into a Quinceanera casserole dish filled with enchiladas de pollo ingredients

Fajitas – You can never go wrong with fajitas! If you are going to have provide your party guests with a fajita dinner, be sure to offer both chicken and beef for them to choose from.

Rice and Beans – Be sure to provide your guests with sides such as Mexican rice and either refried or charro beans. After all, what’s a Mexican meal without the traditional arroz y frijoles?

Quesadillas – Quesadillas are a terrific item to add to a Mexican menu because they’re fairly easy to make prior to your party and they’re easy to eat.

A person holding a plate of Mexican cuisine at a Quinceanera

Nachos – Nachos are another great menu item because guests can customize them with the toppings that they choose. Be sure to provide them with toppings such as queso, beans, jalapenos and perhaps even some shredded or ground beef.

Chips and Dips – Chips and dips are the easiest snack items. Get many bags of tortilla chips and set up a dip bar with queso dip, guacamole, salsa, pico de gallo, etc.