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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 Spanish Omelette vs the Mexican Tortilla: Two Worlds, One Name
Two iconic dishes share a name but could not be more different. Discover the stories, techniques and curiosities behind the Spanish omelette and the Mexican tortilla.
Mexican Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes: A Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide to plant-based Mexican cooking - from bean tacos and nopales to vegan pozole, proving that Mexican food is naturally suited to vegetarian and vegan diets.
Mexican Bread: Conchas, Cuernos and the Panadería That Defines Us
Discover the fascinating world of Mexican sweet bread: conchas, cuernos, polvorones, orejas and more. History, varieties and where to find it in the UK.
Mexican Markets: What You Would Find in an Authentic Tianguis
A virtual journey through an authentic Mexican tianguis: what stalls you would find, what to buy, the street food that surrounds it and how it compares with Spanish markets.
Understanding Corn: Nixtamalisation and Why It Matters
Everything you need to know about nixtamalisation - the ancient Mexican process that transforms corn into masa and unlocks the full potential of tortillas, tamales and more.
Carnitas Michoacanas: Secrets to Perfect Pork
Learn the secrets of authentic carnitas michoacanas: confit techniques in lard, the ideal cuts, a step-by-step recipe and how to recreate this delicacy in your Spanish kitchen.
The Best Mexican Restaurants Outside London: A Regional Guide
Discover the finest authentic Mexican restaurants across the UK - from Manchester and Birmingham to Edinburgh, Bristol and beyond.
Mexican Cooking on a Budget: Affordable Recipes for UK Students
Delicious, wallet-friendly Mexican recipes perfect for UK university students, using affordable ingredients from British supermarkets like Tesco, Aldi and Lidl.
Birria: The Jalisco Dish That Conquered the World
Discover the story of Jalisco's birria, its regional variations and how to prepare this spiced meat stew that has conquered the whole world with the famous birria tacos.
Cinco de Mayo in the UK: How to Celebrate with Authentic Food
Everything you need to know about Cinco de Mayo: its real history, why it matters and how to celebrate in the UK with authentic Mexican food and drinks.
Mexican Food Myths Debunked: What British Diners Get Wrong
From hard-shell tacos to soured cream on everything, we debunk the most common misconceptions British diners have about authentic Mexican cuisine.
Kid-Friendly Mexican Recipes: Mild, Fun and Nutritious
Ten mild, colourful Mexican recipes that children will love. From build-your-own quesadillas to sweet churros, these dishes make family mealtimes exciting.