Pecan Nuts
Pecan nuts are native to northern Mexico and the southern United States, and are one of the most prized nuts in northern Mexican baking. They feature in Mexican pecan pie, pecan pralines, Chihuahua-style pecan ice cream, and salads with goat's cheese. They are harvested in autumn and often sold freshly shelled.
Estimated retail price
~£4.99 / 200g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Pecan Nuts, part of the nuts and seeds section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 11 recipes in our collection, including Oaxacan Black Mole, Glorias (Burnt Milk and Pecan Sweets) and Jamoncillo (Mexican Milk Fudge). 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 Pecan Nuts
MolesOaxacan Black Mole
DessertsGlorias (Burnt Milk and Pecan Sweets)
DessertsJamoncillo (Mexican Milk Fudge)
DessertsObleas with Cajeta (Wafers with Goat's Milk Caramel)
StewsPressed Pork Crackling in Salsa
DessertsCrepas de Cajeta (Cajeta-Filled Crêpes)
DessertsBurnt Milk Sweets with Pecans
TamalesBlack Bean and Holy Leaf Tamales
TamalesBlackberry Sweet Tamales (Tamales de Zarzamora)
DessertsTortas de Elote Dulce (Mexican Sweet Corn Cakes)
TamalesSweet Pineapple and Coconut Tamales
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Nuts and seeds keep best in an airtight container in a cool, dark place: because of their oil content, heat can turn them rancid. For longer periods, the fridge or freezer extends their shelf life considerably without affecting flavour.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Pecan Nuts?
Pecan Nuts is used in 11 recipes in our collection, such as Oaxacan Black Mole and Glorias (Burnt Milk and Pecan Sweets). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Pecan Nuts in the UK?
You can buy Pecan Nuts online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Pecan Nuts be stored?
Nuts and seeds keep best in an airtight container in a cool, dark place: because of their oil content, heat can turn them rancid. For longer periods, the fridge or freezer extends their shelf life considerably without affecting flavour.
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