When we talk about Christmas dinner in Mexico, we don't just talk about turkey and stuffing; we also talk about romeritos. This vegetarian alternative can be prepared in countless recipes, and today we want to share our top 5: romeritos recipes to surprise everyone at home.

Romeritos with mole and shrimp

If you want an alternative that could even work as a main dish, this is it. Both the sumptuous, spicy, and sweet mole and the shrimp give a very different and sophisticated flavor. Although the recipe takes a bit of time, it is not complicated at all, and the good thing is that it yields a lot, making it the perfect preparation for dinners with many guests. View the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/pescados-y-mariscos/camarones/romeritos-con-mole-y-camaron

Romeritos in mélange

With a mix of three chiles, dried shrimp, cinnamon, eggs, nopales, tortilla bread, and different vegetables, this is a hearty dish. It's one of the favorites among Mexicans for its spiciness, but also for its distinguished flavor. The great thing is that you can enjoy it elegantly during dinner and then create delicious tortas from the leftovers the next day. View the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/pescados-y-mariscos/romeritos-en-revoltijo

Christmas Romeritos

This is the typical recipe of the December season. A bit of almond and peanut give the crunch, while the ancho chili provides the spiciness, and of course, the romeritos along with potato and chicken broth provide the texture and flavor. You can prepare this recipe with dried shrimp like the previous ones, but you can also choose to leave it out if you prefer a vegetarian option. View the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/guarniciones/romeritos-para-navidad

Romeritos with shrimp patties

This is an option with similar flavors but different textures. By making patties with the shrimp, you give a different dimension to the recipe; it is softer and silkier, along with being crispy and eye-catching. You can choose the mole paste you like best depending on whether you prefer the final result to be sweeter, saltier, or spicier. View the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/platos-fuertes/platos-fuertes-con-camaron/romeritos-con-tortitas-de-camaron

Chicken stuffed with romeritos

Tasty recipe with a new way to prepare or eat the typical Christmas romeritos. Chicken breasts stuffed with romeritos and mole, delicious and for the whole family. This recipe is more friendly for those who don't like shrimp and prefer the chicken alternative. It is very filling and can be used as a main dish for any dinner. View the recipe here: http://www.kiwilimon.com/receta/carnes-y-aves/pollos/pollos-rellenos/pollo_relleno_de_romeritos_con_mole2