If there’s one thing us Texans know, it’s how to add bold flavors into unforgettable dishes. That’s why we’re here to show you how to use BBQ sauce in Tex-Mex recipes that’ll have your taste buds hollerin’ for more!
Think tangy Tex-Mex enchiladas, brisket-stuffed tacos, nachos dripping with BBQ goodness, and spicy queso. Grab your apron, choose your favorite Goode Co. BBQ sauce, and let’s get cookin’ some Texas-sized flavor!
Enchilada Recipe: A Tex-Mex BBQ Sauce Twist
At Goode Company’ we’re all about taking Tex-Mex recipes and giving them a bold BBQ twist. When you think of enchiladas, BBQ sauce might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but trust us—Goode Co. has mastered the art of Tex-Mex cooking with Texas-made sauces.
To show you how simple it is to use our sauces, we’ve pulled and customized some popular, family-friendly recipes like this BBQ Chicken Enchiladas recipe from Easy Family Recipes.
Ingredients for Tex-Mex Enchiladas:
- 2 cups shredded or pulled BBQ meat of your choice
- Goode’s Original BBQ Sauce
- 1/2 cup cooked corn kernels (thawed from frozen, or drained canned for convenience)
- 1/2 cup black beans (cooked, rinse and drain if using canned)
- 8 fresh, soft corn tortillas (flour tortillas will work too, and may be easier to use, but you may need more meat if it’s a larger tortilla)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup cheese (sharp cheddar for the most impact of flavor, but “fiesta mix” is a favorite, too - whatever you choose, the cheese needs to melt well)
Tex-Mex Enchilada Cooking Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375˚F
- In dish, mix meat and BBQ sauce together - meat should be thoroughly coated but not too wet, otherwise the enchiladas may be soggy
- In another bowl, whisk sour cream and salsa verde until smooth
- In a third bowl mix the BBQ meat, corn, and black beans together to make the filling
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the BBQ mixture into each tortilla, roll it up tightly, and place it seam-side down in a baking dish
- Pour the sour cream and salsa verde over the enchiladas evenly
- Sprinkle with chosen cheese to taste
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dish is heated and the edges are bubbling
- Finish with a garnish of fresh pico de gallo and serve hot
This dish brings together two incredible yet distinct flavors - Texan BBQ and traditional Mexican cuisine. The beauty is you can lean in either direction when choosing sides to accompany the meal for variety.
Texas BBQ Brisket Tacos
The origins of the word ‘taco’ might’ve sparked from the Spanish word for “plug” or “peg.” Back in the 18th century, Mexican miners used dynamite sticks wrapped in paper, called tacos, to seal up holes in the rock. These miners took to wrapping tortillas around meat, which resembled those dynamite sticks, and called them “tacos de minero,” or “miner’s tacos.”
While we can’t say for sure where the word came from, we can say that tacos are still blowin’ folks away with their explosive flavor today.
And when you drizzle some Goode Co.’s Heavy Garlic BBQ Sauce onto your brisket, you’ve got yourself a Texas-sized twist that’s as bold as its dynamite roots. That’s Tex-Mex cooking with Texas-made sauces done right!
Here’s a family favorite that can make for an awesome Taco Tuesday - or Taco Thursday - from Easy Family Recipes:
Texas BBQ Brisket Taco Ingredients:
- 2 cups BBQ Mesquite Smoked Brisket Meat
- 8 corn tortillas (substitute flour if preferred)
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- Your choice of a sauce from the Goode Co. Three Sauce Gift Box
Texas BBQ Brisket Taco Fixins:
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese of choice (cheddar, fiesta blend, colby jack recommended)
- 1/4 cup pico de gallo
- 1/4 cup corn salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 8 lime wedges
Texas BBQ Brisket Taco Cooking Instructions:
- Heat or cook your brisket as normal
- Gather and your taco toppings - sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, limes, cheese, etc
- Heat a few drops of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
- Place tortillas in oil and cook for about 1 minute on each side until lightly browned
- Repeat with remaining tortillas, adding oil as needed
- Build your tacos by laying the tortillas flat and load ’em up with about 1/4 cup of that tasty brisket and complete them with your choice of toppings - we like to add them all!
- Serve ‘em up warm
- Inevitably make more when everyone can’t get enough!
BBQ Sauce Nachos
In the 1940s, nachos were simple - just cheese, chips, and some pickled jalapenos. Since those humble beginnings in Mexico, this fan-favorite appetizer has undergone a whole lotta changes. Nowadays, you’ll find nachos topped with everything from ground beef to salsa, bell peppers, onions, and sour cream. You’ll even find “dessert nachos” in some kitchens! That’s the best part of making nachos - there’s no right or wrong way to load’em up with your favorite toppings.
Here’s a quick nacho dish from AllRecipes for folks on the go - and our BBQ sauce gives it a rich kick so you’re not missing out on flavor for convenience.
BBQ Sauce Nacho Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (substitute meat of choice)
- 8 oz shredded cheese of choice (something melty is recommended, like cheddar)
- Goode Co. Jalapeno Garlic BBQ Sauce
- 1 (14.5-oz) can of stewed tomatoes, drained
- 1 (15-oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 (14.5-oz) bag of tortilla chips
BBQ Sauce Nacho Cooking Instructions:
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the meat is cooked, drain off any excess fat (Prepare other meat of choice as advised)
- Stir in shredded cheese, stewed tomatoes, corn, and the Goode Co. Jalapeno Garlic BBQ Sauce with the meat - let the mixture heat through, stirring occasionally
- As it’s heating, create beds of chips on four plates
- Once the mixture is nice and hot, pour it over the chips and top as desired
- Dig in and enjoy!
Best Tex-mex Recipes with Goode Co.
If you're looking to add a bold twist to your Tex-Mex dishes at any gathering - from backyard BBQs to your holiday BBQ feasts - Goode Company’s BBQ sauce recipe ideas are the perfect solution. Whether you’re whipping up classic Tex-Mex enchiladas, tacos loaded with BBQ brisket, or nachos drenched in smoky goodness, Goode Co. has the sauces you need to take your recipes to the next level.
If you’re looking for more BBQ ideas for the holidays, head over to Goode Co. We’ve got you covered with our Four Spice Gift Box and Steak Shake Seasoning available in several sizes, perfect for adding even more bold flavor to your holiday dishes.