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 Valladolid

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

Banana and Cajeta Layered Crepes

Mixed Citrus Spritzer

Eva's Chunky Guacamole

Crispy Chicken Mini-Tacos

Grilled Stuffed Jalapeno Chiles

Spicy Shrimp Broth

Puerto Nuevo Lobster Burritos

'Easiest Ever' Chicken Mole Enchiladas

Salmon in Corn Husks

3-Shot Cocktail ("Bandera and Sangrita")

Bean, Cauliflower and Cheese Burritos

Frozen Lemon and Mixed Berry Margarita

Chilaquiles with Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Fast Fruit Delight with Coffee Liqueur

Easy Corn Tamales

Walnut Cookies (Polvorones)

Chorizo and Potato Flautas

Cilantro Scallops

Mexican Meatball Soup

Huevos Rancheros Divorced-Style (Huevos Rancheros Divorciados)

Mexican Summer Salad

Arroz Rojo

Watermelon and Mint "Agua Fresca" (Fresh Fruit-Blended Water)

Fireside Hot Dogs with Spicy Chips

Pork Cracklings with Green Salsa (Chicharrones en Salsa Verde)

Spicy Crab Cakes Topped with Guacamole

Summer Scallop and Shrimp Coctel