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Tips, guides and stories about Mexican cuisine in the UK
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
The Complete Guide to Mexican Tamales: Regional Varieties Explained
Discover the incredible regional diversity of Mexican tamales - from Oaxacan banana-leaf wrapped beauties to northern meat-stuffed classics - and learn how to make them at home in your British kitchen.
Tamales: The Definitive Guide to Mexican Regional Varieties
Discover the varieties of tamales that exist in Mexico, from the Oaxacan to the northern. Learn to identify them, cook them and where to find them in the UK.
Pairing Beer with Mexican Food: A Guide to Getting It Right Every Time
Discover how to pair beer with Mexican food: which styles go with tacos, mole, ceviche and more. Mexican beers, Spanish craft beers and perfect combinations.
Batch Cooking Mexican: Meal Prep Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Master the art of Mexican meal prep - cook once on Sunday and eat brilliantly all week with these batch-friendly recipes for carnitas, beans, rice, salsas and more.
Mexican Cheese: Types, Substitutes and Where to Buy in the UK
A comprehensive guide to Mexican cheeses - from crumbly queso fresco and stretchy Oaxaca to salty cotija, with UK substitutes and where to find the real thing.
Essential Spices and Herbs of Mexican Cooking
Get to know the spices and herbs that define the flavour of Mexican cooking: cumin, epazote, Mexican oregano, achiote and more. Where to find them in the UK and how to use them.
Día de Muertos: Understanding Mexico's Day of the Dead
A respectful and comprehensive guide to Día de Muertos - its pre-Hispanic origins, the meaning behind ofrendas, calaveras and pan de muerto, and how it is celebrated in the UK.
Mexican Ceviche: Techniques, Variations and the Perfect Recipe
Mexican ceviche has a character all its own. Learn the differences with the Peruvian version, the regional variations of Mexico and the step-by-step recipe to make it in the UK.
Mexican Seafood: Ceviche, Aguachile and Coastal Cuisine
Dive into Mexico's magnificent coastal cuisine - from classic ceviche and fiery aguachile to fish tacos and seafood cocktails, with recipes adapted for UK kitchens.
The History of Chocolate: From Ancient Mexico to British Cadbury
Trace the remarkable journey of chocolate from its origins as a sacred Aztec and Maya beverage to its transformation into the British confectionery we know today.
Oaxacan Cuisine: The 7 Moles and Other Culinary Treasures
Oaxaca is the culinary capital of Mexico. Discover its legendary 7 moles, the chapulín, artisanal mezcal, Oaxaca cheese and other unique culinary treasures.
How to Stock a Mexican Pantry Using UK Supermarkets
A comprehensive guide to building a well-stocked Mexican pantry using ingredients from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Morrisons, Asda and specialist shops across the UK.