The holiday season can fill up fast. Between shopping, decorating, school events, parties, travel and everything else on the calendar, figuring out what to make for dinner can feel like one more thing on an already long to-do list, but Ortega makes it easier. With a few Ortega favorites and simple ingredients, you can put a flavorful meal on the table without spending your entire evening in the kitchen.
Mahi Mahi Grilled Tostadas with Mango Salsa
Bright, fresh and ready in half an hour, Mahi Mahi Grilled Tostadas with Mango Salsa are an easy way to shake up the usual weeknight routine. Mahi mahi is coated with Ortega Street Taco Seasoning and cooked in a skillet before being flaked onto Ortega Homestyle Tostada Shells.
A homemade salsa with mango, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, avocado and lime adds plenty of fresh flavor. The recipe makes six tostadas, giving you a complete meal without a long night in the kitchen.
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Chipotle Chicken Dense Bean Salad
When holiday treats and rich meals seem to be everywhere, this Chipotle Chicken Dense Bean Salad offers a fresh change of pace. Seasoned chicken is tossed with chickpeas, great northern beans, corn, avocado and colorful bell peppers. A creamy chipotle dressing made with lime, cumin, Ortega Taco Sauce and chipotle pepper ties everything together.
With six servings and just 25 minutes of total prep and cooking time, it’s an especially convenient option for a busy weeknight. You can even prep some of the ingredients ahead of time to make dinner come together faster.
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Easy Beef Enchiladas
When you need something warm and comforting after a busy December day, Beef Enchiladas fit the bill. Ground beef seasoned with Ortega Taco Seasoning is rolled inside Ortega Flour Tortillas with plenty of shredded cheese, then covered with enchilada sauce and more cheese before baking until bubbly. Add sour cream and cilantro before serving, and dinner is ready.
Make things even easier by assembling the enchiladas earlier in the day, then popping them into the oven when everyone is ready to eat.
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One Pot Taco Pasta
Taco night meets pasta night in this easy One Pot Taco Pasta. Ground beef, bell pepper, onion, garlic and Ortega Green Chiles are seasoned with Ortega Hot & Spicy Taco Seasoning before pasta shells, broth and cheese join them in the same pot. Everything simmers together until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
The best part during a hectic holiday week? You only need one pot. That means less time cooking and fewer dishes waiting for you afterward.
Crispy Black Bean Tacos
Keep taco night simple with Crispy Black Bean Tacos. Black beans, salsa and Ortega Taco Seasoning create a savory filling that’s mashed, spread onto soft tortillas and toasted in a skillet until crisp. Serve them with Ortega Chipotle Aioli, cilantro or your family’s favorite taco toppings.
They take just 25 minutes from start to finish and make eight to 10 tacos, making this an easy meatless option to add to your holiday-season dinner rotation.
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Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Slaw
Put the air fryer to work instead of you during the holidays with these Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Slaw. Shrimp coated in Ortega Chipotle Aioli and cornmeal cook in the air fryer until golden and crispy. A quick slaw made with more Chipotle Aioli, lime and cilantro adds crunch and creaminess before everything gets piled into Ortega Fiesta Flats.
The result is a fun taco dinner for four that’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Take One Thing Off Your Holiday To-Do List
The holidays may be busy, but dinner doesn’t have to be complicated. With these quick meals, easy shortcuts, and plenty of Ortega flavor, you can spend less time wondering what to make and more time enjoying the season.
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