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Tips, guides and stories about Mexican cuisine in the US
Welcome to the Recetas Mexas blog, your source for information about Mexican cuisine in the US. Here you'll find detailed guides about Mexican ingredients, practical tips for cooking authentic dishes with products available in American grocery stores, 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 chiles for rich, complex salsas to understanding the difference between corn and flour tortillas and when to use each. Learn traditional techniques like nixtamalization that give tortillas their distinctive flavor and texture.
Written by our team of Mexicans in the US, every article combines first-hand cultural knowledge with practical advice for American kitchens.
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We also publish store reviews of Latin and Mexican stores across US 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 Walmart, Kroger, H-E-B and Latino markets across the US.
Latest Articles
Mexican Marinades and Rubs: Transform Any Protein
Learn to make six authentic Mexican marinades and rubs - from citrus-chile adobo to smoky chipotle paste - that will transform chicken, pork, beef, lamb and fish into extraordinary meals.
The Best Mexican Cookbooks Available in the UK
A curated guide to the finest Mexican cookbooks you can buy in British bookshops and online - from encyclopaedic references to accessible weeknight collections, covering every level of ambition.
What Nixtamalization Is and Why It Matters for Your Tortillas
Understand the ancestral process that transforms raw corn into masa for tortillas. Learn the science, the history and how to nixtamalize at home with builders' lime.
Oaxacan Cuisine: A Deep Dive into Mexico's Food Capital
Explore the extraordinary culinary traditions of Oaxaca - the undisputed food capital of Mexico - from its seven legendary moles to its unique cheeses, chapulines and mezcal culture.
Yucatecan Food: Mayan Flavors That Win Over the Palate
Explore the gastronomy of Yucatán: cochinita pibil, papadzules, sopa de lima, salbutes and more. A unique cuisine with Mayan roots and ancestral techniques you can recreate in the US.
The Moles of Oaxaca: Beyond Black and Red
Oaxaca has 7 canonical moles and dozens of local variations. Discover the yellow, coloradito, chichilo, manchamanteles and green moles that few know outside Mexico.
Mexican Cooking Techniques Every Home Cook Should Master
Master the fundamental techniques of Mexican cooking - from charring and toasting to braising and grinding - and transform your home-cooked Mexican food from good to genuinely authentic.
Growing Chilli Plants in Your British Garden
A practical guide to growing authentic Mexican chilli varieties in the British climate - from seed selection and indoor starting to outdoor hardening, harvesting and preserving your crop.
The Complete Guide to Mexican Tamales: Regional Varieties Explained
Discover the incredible regional diversity of Mexican tamales - from Oaxacan banana-leaf wrapped beauties to northern meat-stuffed classics - and learn how to make them at home in your American kitchens.
Tamales: The Definitive Guide to Mexican Regional Varieties
Discover the varieties of tamales that exist in Mexico, from the Oaxacan to the northern. Learn to identify them, cook them and where to find them in the US.
Pairing Beer with Mexican Food: A Guide to Getting It Right Every Time
Discover how to pair beer with Mexican food: which styles go with tacos, mole, ceviche and more. Mexican beers, Spanish craft beers and perfect combinations.
Batch Cooking Mexican: Meal Prep Ideas for Busy Weeknights
Master the art of Mexican meal prep - cook once on Sunday and eat brilliantly all week with these batch-friendly recipes for carnitas, beans, rice, salsas and more.