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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
Essential Spices and Herbs of Mexican Cooking
Get to know the spices and herbs that define the flavor of Mexican cooking: cumin, epazote, Mexican oregano, achiote and more. Where to find them in the US and how to use them.
Mexican Cheese: Types, Substitutes and Where to Buy in the UK
A comprehensive guide to Mexican cheeses - from crumbly queso fresco and stretchy Oaxaca to salty cotija, with UK substitutes and where to find the real thing.
Día de Muertos: Understanding Mexico's Day of the Dead
A respectful and comprehensive guide to Día de Muertos - its pre-Hispanic origins, the meaning behind ofrendas, calaveras and pan de muerto, and how it is celebrated in the US.
Mexican Ceviche: Techniques, Variations and the Perfect Recipe
Mexican ceviche has a character all its own. Learn the differences with the Peruvian version, the regional variations of Mexico and the step-by-step recipe to make it in the US.
Mexican Seafood: Ceviche, Aguachile and Coastal Cuisine
Dive into Mexico's magnificent coastal cuisine - from classic ceviche and fiery aguachile to fish tacos and seafood cocktails, with recipes adapted for US kitchens.
Oaxacan Cuisine: The 7 Moles and Other Culinary Treasures
Oaxaca is the culinary capital of Mexico. Discover its legendary 7 moles, the chapulín, artisanal mezcal, Oaxaca cheese and other unique culinary treasures.
The History of Chocolate: From Ancient Mexico to British Cadbury
Trace the remarkable journey of chocolate from its origins as a sacred Aztec and Maya beverage to its transformation into the British confectionery we know today.
How to Stock a Mexican Pantry Using UK Supermarkets
A comprehensive guide to building a well-stocked Mexican pantry using ingredients from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Morrisons, Asda and specialist shops across the UK.
The Spanish Omelette vs the Mexican Tortilla: Two Worlds, One Name
Two iconic dishes share a name but could not be more different. Discover the stories, techniques and curiosities behind the Spanish omelette and the Mexican tortilla.
Mexican Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes: A Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide to plant-based Mexican cooking - from bean tacos and nopales to vegan pozole, proving that Mexican food is naturally suited to vegetarian and vegan diets.
Mexican Bread: Conchas, Cuernos and the Panadería That Defines Us
Discover the fascinating world of Mexican sweet bread: conchas, cuernos, polvorones, orejas and more. History, varieties and where to find it in the US.
Understanding Corn: Nixtamalization and Why It Matters
Everything you need to know about nixtamalization - the ancient Mexican process that transforms corn into masa and unlocks the full potential of tortillas, tamales and more.