5 high-protein, budget-friendly recipes
Sinaloan raw shrimp cured in fiery green chile water with lime, cucumber and red onion — Mexico's spicy coastal ceviche cousin with 44g protein and zero cooking.
Jalisco-style beef birria — chuck braised in dried chile and spice consommé until fork-tender. Serve as tacos or soup for 50g protein of rich, smoky Mexican perfection.
Chicken thighs marinated and slow-cooked in a smoky chipotle-ancho adobo sauce — tender, deeply flavourful, with 48g protein. Perfect for tacos or bowls.
Masa-wrapped tamales filled with tender chicken, roasted poblano strips and Oaxacan cheese — steamed in corn husks for 36g protein and authentic Mexican flavour.
Giant crispy Oaxacan corn tortillas topped with bean paste, tasajo beef, quesillo cheese and greens — the iconic Oaxacan street food with 46g protein.
