Raisins
Frutos Secos$3.99 / lbApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Raisins are dried grapes used in Mexico mainly in sweet-and-savory festive dishes. They appear in the picadillo filling of chiles en nogada, in arroz con leche, in sweet raisin tamales, and in pan de muerto bread. They also feature in Christmas ponche and in artisan rompope egg liqueur.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Raisins, part of the nuts and seeds section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 12 recipes in our collection, including Chillies in Walnut Sauce, Mole Poblano and Oaxacan Black Mole. 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 using raisins
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 Raisins?
Raisins is used in 12 recipes in our collection, such as Chillies in Walnut Sauce and Mole Poblano. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Raisins in the US?
You can buy Raisins online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latino grocery stores in the US.
How should Raisins 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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