About the Show

Professional chef and cookbook author Marcela Valladolid prepares a fresh take on Mexican food and shares simple and authentic recipes in her series, Mexican Made Easy. Marcela, inspired by her dual Mexican and Southern Californian upbringing, transforms stereotypes of the cuisine into healthy and easy-to-prepare Mexican meals. Whether serving home-cooked dinner for her son or entertaining friends and family, Marcela brings to the table fresh flavor that fits all tastes.

About the Host

Marcela grew up around expert cooks and shares her passion for food as a host on The Kitchen, as a judge on Best Baker in America and in her cooking show, Mexican Made Easy.

Most Popular Recipes

All Mexican Made Easy Recipes

Sweet and Spicy Short Rib Tacos

Churro Bites

Mexa S'mores

Baked Cod with Olives and Limes

Corn and Cheese-Stuffed Crepes with Poblano Cream

Chile Crusted Rack of Lamb

Mexican Chocolate-Banana Muffins

Chicken Enchiladas

Fireside Hot Dogs with Spicy Chips

Lobster Agua Chile

Spicy Guacamole with Jalapeno-Mango and Chips

Shredded Pork and Bean Panuchos with Pickled Habanero and Onions (Cochinita Pibil)

Baja-Style Limeade

Roasted Pork Loin with Pineapple Glaze

Baja-Style Ahi Tuna Tartare

Strawberry Daiquiri

Mexican Ricotta Cheesecakes with Apple and Cranberry Compote

Tilapia Ceviche

Brussels Sprouts Supreme

Stuffed Poblano Chiles ("Chiles Rellenos")

Banana and Cajeta Layered Crepes

Spicy Shrimp Broth

'Easiest Ever' Chicken Mole Enchiladas

Mixed Citrus Spritzer

Eva's Chunky Guacamole

Crispy Chicken Mini-Tacos

Jalapeno Roasted Chicken with Baby Broccolini

Beer-Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak

Fast Fruit Delight with Coffee Liqueur

Easy Corn Tamales

Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Mexican Chocolate Pecan Pie

Panela with Chipotle Cream

Salmon in Corn Husks

3-Shot Cocktail ("Bandera and Sangrita")

Bean, Cauliflower and Cheese Burritos

Frozen Lemon and Mixed Berry Margarita

Walnut Cookies (Polvorones)

Corn Mashed Potatoes

Mexican Bean Stew ("Frijoles De La Olla")

Creamy Poblano Pepper Strips (Rajas)

Grilled Zucchini and Bean Salad

Adobo-Rubbed Chicken

Pecan Caramels ("Glorias")

Roasted Sarandeado-Style Whole Snapper

Mexican Mini-Pizzas

Baja Garlic Shrimp

Dulce de Leche Banana Cream Pie

Game-Winning Guac' with Fresh Baked Tortilla chips

Beef Soup (Caldo de Res)

Chorizo Refried Beans

Creamy Corn Cups ("Esquites")

Baked Cheese with Chorizo

Citrus Tacos