Jengibre
Spices$2.99 / per lb (6.59 $/kg)Approximate price based on Canadian supermarkets.
Jengibre - an ingredient used in Mexican recipes (spices). See the recipes that use this ingredient below.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Jengibre, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 11 recipes in our collection, including Beef Birria, Birria Tacos (Quesabirria) and Pork Loin in Prune and Chilli Sauce. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with - the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using jengibre
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer - grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Jengibre?
Jengibre is used in 11 recipes in our collection, such as Beef Birria and Birria Tacos (Quesabirria). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Jengibre in Canada?
You can buy Jengibre online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latin American grocery stores in Canada.
How should Jengibre be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer - grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.