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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
Pan de Muerto: History, Recipe and Where to Find It in the UK
Pan de muerto is the sweet, orange-scented bread that lies at the heart of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebrations. Learn its ancient symbolism, master the recipe, and discover where to find it in the UK each autumn.
Mexican Cooking for Two: Romantic Recipes for Date Night In
Forget the overpriced restaurant. Create an unforgettable Mexican dinner for two at home with ceviche starters, mole-glazed duck, Mexican chocolate fondant and margaritas. Elegant, impressive and surprisingly achievable.
How to make perfect agua de jamaica: tricks and variations
Learn to make perfect agua de jamaica with this complete guide: the traditional recipe, fruit variations, a concentrated version and tricks for ideal colour and flavour.
Mexican Ingredients at Marks & Spencer, Lidl and Aldi
You do not need a specialist shop to cook Mexican food. From M&S chipotle paste to Aldi's surprising tortilla range, here is your complete guide to finding Mexican ingredients at three of Britain's most popular supermarkets.
The World of Mole: Over 100 Varieties You Might Not Know
Mole is not one sauce but an entire universe. From the legendary mole negro of Oaxaca to the fruit-laden manchamanteles, discover why mole is Mexico's greatest culinary achievement and how to explore its diversity in the UK.
10 Different Ways to Cook Chicken the Mexican Way
From smoky tinga to creamy mole verde, tangy lime-marinated grills to rich adobo braises, discover ten authentic Mexican chicken recipes that will transform your weekly shop chicken into something extraordinary.
Gluten-free Mexican food: naturally wheat-free recipes
Discover why Mexican cooking is one of the best options for coeliacs and the gluten-sensitive. Traditional recipes that are naturally gluten-free, tips and what to avoid.
Gluten-Free Mexican Food: Naturally Wheat-Free Recipes
Mexican cuisine is one of the most naturally gluten-free in the world. From corn tortillas to tamales, from pozole to ceviche, discover dozens of authentic Mexican dishes that are wheat-free by tradition, not by adaptation.
Artisan Tortillerias Opening Across the UK
A new wave of artisan tortilla makers is transforming the UK's Mexican food scene. From nixtamalised corn tortillas in London to small-batch producers in Manchester and Bristol, discover the tortilla revolution.
The spiciest Mexican dishes and how to survive the chilli
A ranking of the spiciest Mexican dishes, from aguachile to habanero chilli salsa. Learn to handle the heat like a Mexican with these foolproof tips.
Mexican Food and Fitness: High-Protein Recipes for Active People
Forget the myth that Mexican food is unhealthy. From protein-packed chicken tinga to black bean bowls and carne asada, discover how traditional Mexican recipes align perfectly with fitness goals.
How to Make Perfect Agua de Jamaica: Tips and Variations
Master Mexico's iconic hibiscus flower drink with our complete guide. From the classic recipe to cocktail variations, iced tea twists and health benefits, discover why agua de jamaica is the ultimate refresher.