MrChuy’s video: “Meet My Soccer Team” - Plus, Cocina Recs For Soccer Snacks! By the COCINA Team
By the COCINA Team
Like MrChuy shows in his video, there’s something about soccer that hits different when you grow up Mexican—or even better, Mexican-American. It’s not just the game; it’s the entire ritual around it. From yelling “¡pásala, güey!” on a dusty field to the smell of lime and chili powder drifting from someone’s bag, soccer for us is a full-body, full-heart experience.
We all have that one friend who shows up in a mismatched jersey, ready to play like they’re in the World Cup. Another brings the speaker blasting reggaeton (because warm-ups need rhythm). And after two hours of running, tripping, and pretending we didn’t pull a muscle, comes the best part: the post-game antojitos. That’s where soccer meets sazón—the perfect fusion of our competitive spirit and our love for good food.
A Taste of Victory: Post-Game Mexican Snacks
Now, let’s be real. The true winners of our Sunday soccer games aren’t always the ones who scored goals—it’s whoever remembered to bring the food. So, to help your team celebrate with flavor, here are some of our favorite recipes from We Are Cocina, perfect for sharing after a hard-fought match.
Pambazos
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The ultimate messy-but-worth-it soccer snack. Pambazos are sandwiches dipped in a guajillo chili sauce and filled with chorizo, potatoes, lettuce, and crumbled cheese. Each bite delivers that spicy, comforting kick that makes you forget the score. Just don’t wear your white jersey.
Read the full recipe here.
Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers
These beauties are like the balanced midfielder of snacks—colorful, flavorful, and surprisingly wholesome. Stuffed with seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, and topped with melted cheese, they’re a crowd favorite that brings a touch of home to every soccer Sunday. Bonus: they look fancy enough to impress your team’s unofficial “chef.”
Read the full recipe here.
Quesadillas (a.k.a. Quecas)
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Simple? Yes. Boring? Never. Melted cheese tucked into a freshly made tortilla, maybe with some mushrooms or chorizo—quesadillas are the undefeated champions of post-soccer comfort food. They’re quick to make, easy to share, and taste even better when you’re recounting your “almost” goal.
Read the full recipe here.
The Johnny Sánchez Margarita
Because no soccer celebration is complete without something to toast your team (or drown your missed shots). This modern margarita blends tequila, Cointreau, and lime with a spicy kick that feels straight out of a Mexican cantina. It’s smooth, bold, and perfect for post-match storytelling.
Read the full recipe here.
The Soccer Vibes We Live For
Every team has its quirks. We’ve got the guy who yells “¡árbitro vendido!” at every call, the goalie who takes their job way too seriously, and that one uncle who joins “just to watch” but ends up coaching everyone from the sidelines.
And when the game ends, so does the rivalry. We circle up on the grass, sweaty and happy, passing around pambazos and quesadillas. Someone’s already planning next week’s rematch (“But this time, no excuses, bro”). The soccer field turns into a community table. We might not have a trophy, but we’ve got good food—and honestly, that’s better.
Tips from the COCINA Team
- Hydrate... with flavor: Swap the sugary sodas for agua fresca de tamarindo—or go bold with a Johnny Sánchez Margarita (after the game, obviously).
- Prep ahead: Make your fillings the night before so you can focus on the soccer and not the kitchen chaos.
- Keep it hot: Wrap your pambazos and quesadillas in foil to keep them warm until the final whistle.
- Play hard, snack harder: The game’s over, but the vibe isn’t. Crank up the music and enjoy your well-earned feast.
Final Whistle
At the end of the day, soccer for us isn’t about who scores the most—it’s about connection. It’s a reminder that our Mexican roots and American lives can dance together, one goal and one bite at a time.
So next Sunday, lace up your cleats, bring your appetite, and don’t forget the guajillo sauce. Because in our soccer team, food is the real champion—and every game ends deliciously.
— With love (and lime), The COCINA Team