Hoja santa
Hoja santa is an essential ingredient in many Mexican recipes, such as tamales and sauces. Its distinctive aroma and complex flavour make it a key element in the cuisine of southern Mexico. It is used both fresh and dried.
Estimated retail price
~£5.99 / 30g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Hoja santa appears in 5 recipes in our collection, including Black Bean and Holy Leaf Tamales, Chicken in Holy Leaf Green Sauce and Veracruz Crab Broth. 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 with Hoja santa
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Hoja santa?
Hoja santa is used in 5 recipes in our collection, such as Black Bean and Holy Leaf Tamales and Chicken in Holy Leaf Green Sauce. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Hoja santa in the UK?
You can buy Hoja santa online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
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