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Tips, guides and stories about Mexican cooking in Canada
Welcome to the Recetas Mexas blog, your source for information about Mexican cuisine in the UK. Here you'll find detailed guides about Mexican ingredients, practical tips for cooking authentic dishes with products available in British supermarkets, and articles about the rich culinary culture of Mexico. Explore our recipes, products and restaurants for more.
Our articles cover everything from toasting and rehydrating dried chillies for rich, complex salsas to understanding the difference between corn and flour tortillas and when to use each. Learn traditional techniques like nixtamalisation that give tortillas their distinctive flavour and texture.
Written by our team of Mexicans living in the UK, every article combines first-hand cultural knowledge with practical advice for British kitchens.
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We also publish shop reviews of Latin and Mexican stores across UK cities, product comparisons (which bottled mole is most authentic, what brand of totopos tastes best), seasonal guides (chiles en nogada in September, rosca de reyes in January, pan de muerto in November) and the fascinating stories behind dishes like mole poblano, tamales andpozole that carry centuries of pre-Hispanic and colonial tradition.
Whether you're a complete beginner curious about Mexican cuisine or an experienced cook looking to perfect your technique, our blog has something for every level. All recipes and techniques are adapted for ingredients available at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and specialist Mexican shops across the UK.
Latest Articles
Top 5 Easiest Mexican Recipes to Make at Home
The 5 easiest Mexican recipes to make at home, even if you have never cooked Mexican food before. Basic ingredients available in any UK supermarket and spectacular results.
The Healthiest Mexican Recipes
Discover the healthiest Mexican recipes: traditional Mexican cooking is balanced, rich in fibre and nutrients. Break the myth that Mexican food is heavy with these nutritious recipes.
Mexican Street Food: How to Make It at Home
Recreate the magic of Mexican street food in your kitchen: tacos al pastor, elotes, esquites, tamales, market quesadillas and more. Authentic recipes with tricks to achieve the street flavour.
10 Easy Mexican Recipes for Beginners
New to Mexican cooking? Start with these 10 simple recipes that anyone can make at home with ingredients available in the UK.
Complete Guide to Mexican Tamales
Complete guide to Mexican tamales: ancient history, regional types, step-by-step recipe, where to buy the ingredients in the UK and tricks to make them perfect.
The 5 Quickest Mexican Recipes for Dinner
Short on time? These five Mexican recipes are ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Mexican Desserts for Every Occasion
The best Mexican desserts for every occasion: flan napolitano for every day, churros for parties, tres leches for celebrations and more. Recipes, history and where to find the ingredients in the UK.
Mexican Recipes to Impress on a Date
Planning a romantic dinner? These Mexican dishes will impress your date with bold flavours and beautiful presentation.
Mexican Drinks: From Horchata to Mezcal
A guide to Mexican drinks: from aguas frescas (horchata, jamaica, tamarind) to mezcal and the classic cocktails. Recipes, history and where to find the ingredients in the UK.
Complete Mexican Menu for Family Sundays
A full Mexican menu for a leisurely family Sunday lunch: starter, main course, side dishes and dessert.
How to Host a Taquiza at Home
How to organise the perfect home taquiza: a complete guide with quantities per person, types of tacos, essential toppings, salsas and organisation tricks so everything turns out incredible.
The 10 Essential Mexican Ingredients
These ten ingredients are the foundation of Mexican cooking. Learn what they are, where to buy them and how to use them.