Ginger
Fresh ginger is an aromatic root with a pungent, citrusy heat that appears in some Mexican dishes with Asian and Arabic influences. It is used in Christmas ponche, Veracruz-style seafood sauces, and pineapple tepache. It is also paired with cinnamon in warm drinks such as atole and traditional herbal infusions.
Estimated retail price
~£0.99 / 150g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Ginger, 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 with Ginger
Sopas Y CaldosBeef Birria
TacosBirria Tacos (Quesabirria)
StewsPork Loin in Prune and Chilli Sauce
Sopas Y CaldosLamb Birria
Street FoodCheese-Stuffed Chipotle Chillies
BreakfastEgg Fritters in Tomato Broth (Lenten)
DrinksHibiscus and Ginger Water (Agua de Jamaica)
TacosKorean Tacos
FusionKorean Bulgogi Burrito
FusionMexican Nikkei Ceviche
FusionBirria Curry
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 Ginger?
Ginger 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 Ginger in the UK?
You can buy Ginger online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Ginger 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.
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