31 Taco Recipes for Any Night of the Week

Tacos are one of our favorite Mexican dishes, not only because they’re delicious but because they’re infinitely customizable. Corn tortillas or flour? Shredded chicken or a Tex-Mex take with ground beef? Topped with guacamole, pickled red onions, homemade salsa and cotija cheese? The list goes on and on—making it easy to whip up a version that will please even the pickiest eaters. Whether you’re hosting a Cinco de Mayo party or just looking for a family-friendly dinner, you can’t go wrong with any of the recipes in this roundup, whether authentic or inspired. Need some extra options? Try setting up a taco bar. This recipe offers two different fillings and give you plenty of ideas for toppings. Best of all, everything is ready in 35 minutes, homemade pico de gallo included!

Marinated flank steak plus pico de gallo, guacamole and queso fresco complete Tyler's 5-star tacos.

Halibut is a white, flaky fish with a mild flavor that's perfect for frying because it won't fall apart in the oil. Food Network Kitchen pairs the crispy fried fish with a quick slaw, store-bought salsa and avocado for a festive meal that only takes about 20 minutes to put together.

We channeled the flavors of al pastor in our seasonings for this chicken that roast standing upright on the core of a pineapple--you get even cooking all around and the spices play to the sweet juicy fruit's taste. The trickiest part of this dish is making sure you cut the pineapple base flat, so the chicken doesn’t tip over once it begins to cook. If it does, you can prop the bird up on the grill with a brick or other heatproof anchor.