Pápalo
Pápalo is an aromatic herb used in Mexican cooking to enhance the flavour of various dishes. Its flavour profile is unique, with notes of coriander and a hint of spiciness. It is commonly used in salsas, tacos, and salads, adding freshness and a distinctive aroma.
Estimated retail price
~£4.50 / 30g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Pápalo, part of the herbs section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 1 recipe in our collection, including Puebla-Style Sandwich. 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 Pápalo
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Fresh herbs keep in the fridge wrapped in slightly damp kitchen paper inside a bag or container, and are best used within a few days. Dried versions (oregano, bay leaf, hibiscus flower) go in an airtight jar away from light and hold their aroma for months.
Substitutes
Epazote and hoja santa have very distinctive flavours with no exact substitute; if you can't find them, it's usually better to leave them out than to swap in another herb. Mexican oregano can be replaced with Mediterranean oregano, though its profile is more citrusy.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Pápalo?
Pápalo is used in 1 recipe in our collection, such as Puebla-Style Sandwich. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Pápalo in the UK?
You can buy Pápalo online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Pápalo be stored?
Fresh herbs keep in the fridge wrapped in slightly damp kitchen paper inside a bag or container, and are best used within a few days. Dried versions (oregano, bay leaf, hibiscus flower) go in an airtight jar away from light and hold their aroma for months.
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