Mexican Starters
Kick off your next Mexican meal or fiesta get-together with our awesome Mexican starters! We’ve got everything from the classic chips and salsa to some more adventurous stuff like queso fundido and ceviche.
Street Corn Nachos
Take chips and salsa to a whole new level by adding Mexican street corn and melted cheese for a tasty starter that will have everyone digging in!
Homemade Guacamole
Our black bean and vegetarian fajitas recipe is packed full of colourful veggies including peppers, onions, courgette and sweet potato with lots of delicious smoky chipotle flavour from our delicious veggie fajita seasoning.
Easy Quesadilla Recipe Luchito Style
Tender marinated steak, colourful bell peppers, and fresh onions take centre stage, perfect for wrapping in warm tortillas with your favourite toppings.
Some of the Best Mexican Starters are Soups!
Why don’t you make a big batch of one of our delicious Mexican soups to try this winter? Choose from our rich Tortilla Soup, or traditional Pozole Soup, made with ox cheeks or brisket.
For something slightly lighter, try our silky, slightly spicy Black Bean Soup or our Tortilla Soup, made with tomato and chicken broth.
The top ingredients to stock up on for Mexican soups are Gran Luchito Chili Paste, salsa macha and Cantina Beans. Here at Luchito we also love to crumble Lightly Salted Tortilla Chips on top of our soups for added crunch!
Everything you need to make Mexican starters easily at home
With a few pantry staples from Gran Luchito, you can make delicious Mexican starters at home!
Get yourself some Gran Luchito Lightly Salted Tortilla Chips, that can be dunked in our guacamole and queso dip recipes as well as chicken soup, or used for nachos!
Some of our signature Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste and some of our black Cantina Beans can be used in chicken soup, empanadas, Mexican salad, and your meat scattered over nachos.
Finally some Gran Luchito Tomatillo Salsa can be served alongside chicken taquitos, dolloped on vegan nachos, or hidden inside quesadillas as well as guacamole!
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Shrimp Tostada
Shrimp tostadas are a mouth-watering Mexican dish that is sure to transport your taste buds to the sunny beaches of Mexico. These crispy tortillas are piled high with plump and juicy shrimp, fresh veggies, and zesty salsa, creating a delicious flavor explosion in every bite. ..
Homemade Guacamole
We have stripped things back to basics but dialled up the attitude, pairing buttery, creamy avocados with tangy, mild tomatillos and a sharp kick of jalapeño. It is vibrant, punchy, and completely unmissable. You need this on your table....
Ceviche
This prawn ceviche is light, delicious and fresh, and is a great intro to making ceviche at home as it uses cooked prawns. Accompany with Tortilla Chips to scoop up the goodness....
Paloma Cocktail
Palomas are a traditional Mexican cocktail known for its combination of tequila and grapefruit soda, which creates a tart and citric flavour profile....
Air Fryer Taquitos
Air fryer taquitos are delicious tortillas filled with a delicious filling, folded into a flute-like shape, then shallow-fried in vegetable oil till golden brown....
Air Fryer Empanada
Air fryer empanadas are ideal if you're looking for a quick and easy way to satisfy a craving, providing a healthier, tastier, and more convenient way to enjoy your favourite food....
Tetelas
Potatoes filled with onion and flavoured with Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste fill our Tetelas! Serve these tasty Mexican snacks with creme fraiche and our Gran Luchito Tomatillo Salsa....
Street Corn Nachos
Street Corn Nachos, a tantalizing twist on a beloved classic that will take your snacking experience to a whole new level....
Tlacoyos
We think you'd like to try these tlacoyos at home as the perfect appetizer alongside some refried beans and tomatillo salsa for the perfect Mexican snack! ...
Black Bean Soup
An easy homemade black bean soup recipe that uses Gran Luchito Cantina Beans and Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste. A creamy and slightly spicy soup, this one is delicious! ...
Aguachile
Here's our beautiful Aguachile recipe - raw fresh prawns cooked in lime juice and covered in a spicy marinade using our Medium Taco Seasoning. ...
Tamales
Looking for a recipe with layers of flavour and textures - look no further. Whether you are vegan or just fancy a meat-free meal, our Vegan Nachos really hit the spot....
Vegan Nachos
Looking for a recipe with layers of flavour and textures - look no further. Whether you are vegan or just fancy a meat-free meal, our Vegan Nachos really hit the spot....
Fideo Soup
Fideo soup is a traditional Mexican dish known for its comforting and flavourful qualities. It typically consists of toasted noodles (called fideo) cooked in a tomato-based broth along with various vegetables and seasonings. ...
Chicken Nachos
The perfect movie night in nacho! Delicious nachos layered with flavourful chipotle chicken thighs, Refried Beans, cheese and a salsa that packs a punch....
Vegan Pozole
Vegan pozole is a traditional Mexican soup crafted without animal products, replacing pork with ingredients like hominy, vegetables, and flavourful spices. It offers a rich, hearty taste, complemented by the essence of herbs and chilli peppers....
Pozole Soup
This authentic Pozole Soup recipe is cooked slow 'n low with Chipotle Paste for a rich, spicy brothy soup with lots of veggies - perfect for a cold night....
Sopes
Sopes are thick masa shaped discs, pinched on the edges to form a vessel. They’re lightly fried and typically topped with refried beans, fresh cheese and salsa....
Tuna Tostadas
A crispy corn tostada is topped with smoky Chipotle Mayo, then a delicious fresh tuna ceviche marinated in lime and soy and topped with crispy leeks - an epic starter!...
Stuffed Poblano Peppers
“Chiles rellenos” are stuffed poblano peppers, covered in a light batter made of egg whites whisked until stiff, then shallow fried and served with a homemade tomato sauce....
Beef Empanadas With Chilli Con Carne
Delicious crumbly pastries stuffed full of tasty chilli con carne made with our Chipotle Paste, a delicious and inventive way to eat chilli con carne....
Albondigas Soup
Albondigas Soup is a traditional Mexican dish that features savoury meatballs (albondigas) made from a mixture of ground meat, rice, herbs, and spices. These flavourful meatballs are simmered in a broth alongside vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and zucchini....
Chicharron en Salsa Verde
Chicharrón en verde is a popular Mexican dish known for its rich and flavourful preparation. This dish consists of tender pork cracklings (chicharrón) simmered in a vibrant green sauce made from tomatillos, green chili peppers, and aromatic herbs and spices. ...
Mexican Molletes with Refried Beans
Our Mexican Molletes Recipe with crusty bread slathered with Refried Beans and melted cheese is an amazing Mexican toastie, made in the comfort of your own home!...
Classic Tostada
Indulge in the warm and delicious flavours of a classic tostada, a beloved and traditional Mexican dish featuring a crispy corn tortilla, refried beans, and an array of toppings to create a fulfilling and enjoyable dining experience....
Gorditas
Gorditas are one of those perfect quick Mexican recipes that you can have on the go and eat with your hands. Made of masa, ours are loaded with traditional beef picadillo....
Cheese Empanadas
These Cheese Empanadas with sweet potato and brie are easy to make using pre-made shortcrust pastry sheets, full of flavour and spice and a total crowd pleaser....
Tortilla Soup
One of the loveliest soups in Mexico is tortilla soup. We prepare it with our Lightly Salted Tortilla Chips, fresh avocado, fresh coriander and our Crunchy Salsa Macha....
Mexican Chicken Soup
There's nothing more comforting than a bowl of hearty warm soup during a cold winter's day. Well this is exactly what we had in mind when we created this recipe...
Mexican Corn
This tasty Mexican corn salad recipe is plucked straight from the streets of Mexico City. We love the sauce made with parmesan, lime juice, our homemade chipotle mayo and coriander....
Easy Quesadilla Recipe Luchito Style
Our signature quesadilla features crispy chorizo and onions caramelised with Chipotle Paste and honey and a mix of gruyere and cheddar cheeses. This is an epic quesadilla!...
Quick Queso Fundido with Roasted Chipotle Cauliflower
Our Quick Queso Fundido with Roasted Cauliflower aka cheesy deliciousness melted in a skillet under the grill is the perfect botana to share with friends and family....
Mushroom Molletes
Have you ever had Molletes? They're a beloved Mexican open toastie normally enjoyed as “almuerzo” or “brunch” in English. This recipe has delicious, buttery girolles....
Chicken Taquitos
A sure fire way to get the party started is to whip up a batch of our easy chipotle Chicken Taquitos! These can be made as a starter, party snack or tasty dinner!...
Cheese Quesadilla
Quesadillas are very easy to make. In this recipe, the simple Cheese Quesadilla gets a tasty upgrade. We add Fire-Roasted Serrano Peppers for an authentic touch....
Michelada
Part beer, part cocktail, this "beertail" is full of flavour and fun. Like a Bloody Mary, Micheladas are perfect for hangovers, and very refreshing on a hot summer's day....
Mexican Brussels Sprouts
Mexican Brussels sprouts offer a tantalizing twist to traditional recipes, infusing these petite greens with the vibrant flavors of Mexico. They bring a delightful fusion of Mexican zest....
Chipotle Margarita
The margarita is a guaranteed party starter. With a touch of smoky Chipotle Paste, tequila, and balanced with zesty lime and orange liqueur, it's got a zing to get you going....
Grilled Shrimp
Looking for a very tasty recipe for shrimp or prawns, then this is it! A marinade using our Crunchy Salsa Macha gives a spicy-smoky taste to these deliciously charred shrimps....
Enchilada Soup
Bring the coziness of enchiladas to your home with this recipe for Enchilada Soup! We guarantee that you'll love this lovely and hearty soup that you'll be making again and again....
Caldo Tlalpeño
Caldo Tlalpeño is a hearty Mexican soup made with a chicken and tomato based broth, shredded chicken, vegetables and rice. It's seriously nourishing and satisfying, perfect for the cold!...
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Mexican Starters FAQs
Take a look at our frequently asked questions about Mexican starter recipes. Have some questions of your own not shown here, please ask them in the comments section underneath the recipes. To learn more about authentic Mexican cooking check out the Gran Luchito Youtube Channel.
Try serving guacamole as a topping on our Chicken Fajitas or Beef Nachos recipes. You could also put it into Chicken Burritos or a Breakfast Burrito. Or simply serve on the side of Steak Fajitas.
Our recipe for a Chipotle Margarita! You could also make a batch of fresh homemade guacamole, and also serve with some tacos.
A fresh homemade batch of guacamole and some Gran Luchito Lightly Salted Tortilla Chips!
Yes they are. Corn tortillas are a healthier alternative to flour tortillas, providing more whole grains and are a good choice for those with a gluten intolerance.
Add all of the following into pretty bowls to the table so everyone can make tacos: warm soft flour tortillas (covered with a tea towel), rice, a marinaded meat such as carnitas, barabacoa, slow-cooked chicken, salsa, homemade guacamole, black or refried beans, sour cream, shredded cheese, chillies and some tortilla chips.