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

Baked Cod with Olives and Limes

Tuna Stuffed Chiles

Mexican Meatloaf

Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas (Tinga)

Chorizo and Potato Flautas

Cilantro Scallops

Huevos Rancheros Divorced-Style (Huevos Rancheros Divorciados)

Gruyere Rolls with Pecan-Chile Salsa

Sweet Cinnamon Flavored Oatmeal Drink ("Horchata")

Shrimp Enchiladas with Guajillo Salsa

Crunchy Garden Salad

Fried Black Bean Filled Tortillas (Panuchos)

Mexican Milanese Style Sandwiches ("Tortas")

New York Steak with Roasted Garlic and Ancho Butter

Mexican Style Slaw

Chipotle Baby Potatoes

Mexican Chorizo Pizza (Tlayuda)

Pork Cracklings with Green Salsa (Chicharrones en Salsa Verde)

Spicy Crab Cakes Topped with Guacamole

Summer Scallop and Shrimp Coctel

Mexa S'mores

Sweet and Spicy Short Rib Tacos

Warm White Bean and Steak Salad

Baked Mexican Cheese Sticks

Spicy Shrimp and Mushroom Casserole

Strawberry-Cucumber Margarita

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