Gran Luchito Refried Beans and Cantina Beans are made in Mexico from authentic recipes and are handy pantry staples that make delicious sides or flavourful layers in recipes.
Traditional Mexican Recipes
Discover our collection of must-try traditional Mexican starters, mains and side dishes. Featuring authentic Mexican recipes with humble, fresh ingredients and flavours. These traditional Mexican recipes have been personally selected by Gran Luchito’s chef, Susy, as iconic celebratory and hard-working everyday dishes you will find in kitchens all over Mexico.
Pollo Asado
Pollo Asado is a classic Mexican dish that's sure to satisfy your cravings. This succulent grilled chicken is marinated in a zesty blend of spices, giving it a smoky and flavourful taste. Enjoy it on its own, or serve it with your favourite Mexican sides like rice, beans, and tortillas.
Carnitas
A really authentic Mexican tacos recipe, Carnitas refers to the bite-sized little bites of pork that have been caramelised and crisped up, put into Gran Luchito Soft Taco Wraps and topped with raw onion, coriander, our Hot Habanero Mango Salsa and a squeeze of fresh lime!
Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja is a Cuban dish that's packed with flavour. This shredded beef stew is slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce, resulting in a tender and flavourful meal. It's often served with rice, plantains, and black beans.
Everything you need to make traditional Mexican at home!
The Gran Luchito range is perfect for making authentic Mexican dishes at home!
A dollop of our signature smoky Gran Luchito Chipotle Paste adds loads of authentic Mexican flavour to your dishes.
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. ...
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! ...
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. ...
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....
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!...
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....
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....
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....
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!...
Carnitas
Authentic, caramelised pork cooked low and slow and then crisped up - yum! The carnitas are then served over warm tortillas with finely chopped raw onion, coriander and salsa....
Chilaquiles Verdes
Chilaquiles Verdes are often served as a breakfast or brunch dish, but they can also be enjoyed as a hearty and satisfying meal at any time of the day. ...
Chile Colorado
Chile colorado is a popular recipe in the north of Mexico, where dried chillies are toasted, soaked, crushed into a red brick coloured smooth sauce, along with our Chipotle Paste!...
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. ...
Roast Turkey Breast
Roast turkey breast covered with delicious al pastor marinade, served with warm Soft Taco Wraps and grilled pineapple. Yum!...
Tamales
Here is our special hot tamales recipe where we use our Chipotle Paste to cook the beef and make it into delicious and succulent meat, ready to go into the traditional tamales....
Arroz Con Pollo
Fluffy Mexican style rice with lightly fried veg and delicious crispy chicken pieces cooked on top. This is the perfect one-pot meal that you can prepare for your family!...
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....
Ropa Vieja
Hearty shredded beef and vegetables resembling a heap of colourful rags that can be served alongside rice and warm beans....
Bacalao
Bacalao is one of those special dishes that's preserved by grandmas in Mexican families and passed on from generation to generation. A delicious fish stew using salted cod!...
Whole Fish Mexican Style
Inspired by one of our favourite Mexican Chef’s, Gabriela Camara, and her famous dish “Pescado a la Talla”, which is served at her restaurant Contramar in Mexico City. ...
Pollo Asado
This Pollo Asado recipe for Mexican Grilled Chicken has an irresistible, flavourful, citrusy, Ancho BBQ flavour marinade. Talk about finger licking good -you have to try!...
Mexican Steak
Make your Mexican Steak taste even better by marinating it with a dollop of our Chipotle Paste for a smoky depth of flavour that is truly irresistible....
Pulled Pork Chimichanga
This pulled pork chimichanga recipe is basically a crispy deep-fried burrito with pulled pork and it tastes as good as it sounds! Serve with homemade guacamole....
Pork Pibil Tacos
Fresh oregano and zesty orange fill this dish with some seriously beautiful flavour... The spices used also give a vibrant burnt orange colour to this dish....
Tacos Al Pastor
Seriously flavourful pork shoulder with pineapple, jalapeños, coriander & fresh lime! The pork is grilled and served in Soft Taco Wraps, topped with Jalapeño & Pineapple....
Beef Picadillo
One of the easiest meals to prepare, beef mince is fried with onions and garlic, then cooked with diced vegetables, served with refried beans and Mexican rice on the side. ...
Carne En Su Jugo
This quick beef stew is served with fried crispy bacon on top, finely diced onion, finely chopped coriander, with tortillas on the side. Pure Mexican comfort food in a bowl!...
Mexican Meatballs
Mexican Meatballs or “Albondigas” in Spanish, are known for being a very homely dish in Mexico, meant to bring comfort and a lovely everyday meal for your family....
Torta
A torta is not just any Mexican sandwich! Layers of flavours are put together to create the ultimate sandwich. Our tasty chorizo sandwich will be your new lunchtime favourite!...
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!...
Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef
Our Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef recipe is yet another reason to love the slow cooker! It cooks beef to perfection, full of flavour and so tender it falls apart....
Chicken Chile Verde
This Chicken Chile Verde is shredded poached chicken cooked in our Tomatillo Enchilada Sauce which cuts out half the work, as it's ready to be poured straight onto your chicken....
Cuban Pork
Cuban Pork is a fabulous way to prepare pork and we hope you enjoy our humble rendition of the classic Cuban dish. We’ve used our Chipotle Paste to give a smoky and spicy twist....
Chicken Mole
Mole is one of the most important dishes in Mexican gastronomy. Here is our traditional mole recipe, prepared in a simple way so that everyone can prepare it at home....
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....
Frijoles Recipe
A recipe for authentic refried black beans with chipotle, perfect as a Mexican side, a delicious layer in a burrito, wrapped up in warm tortillas or as a dip....
Pico de Gallo
A super flavourful and fresh homemade tomato salsa with chillies, coriander, lime and chipotle that is easy to make and can be added to just about anything!...
Black Beans and Rice
Black beans and rice is a combination very popular in Latin American. It has to be one of the best side dishes that you can serve, as it goes with a big variety of main meals....
Grilled Onions
The tasty side dish of Mexican grilled spring onions is an unsung hero of carne asada, but the truth is that this simple side dish is a must in every BBQ in Mexico!...
Easy Nachos
Easy nachos are a quick and delicious snack or appetiser that can be made with minimal effort. They typically consist of tortilla chips topped with a variety of ingredients such as cheese, beans, jalapeños, and sometimes ground beef or chicken. ...
Calabacitas
Calabacitas is a mouthwatering Mexican dish that celebrates the vibrant flavours of Mexico. This savoury side dish features tender sweet corn, and often other vegetables like peppers and tomatoes, sautéed with fragrant garlic and onions. ...
Queso Fundido
This irresistible, bubbling warm cheese dip with crispy chorizo is perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or tortilla wraps, a delicious snack or starter for you and the family to enjoy!...
Chicharrón
A popular Mexican snack mainly consisting of pork rinds that have been deep fried. Chicharrón are crispy, salty, and have a delicious meaty flavour that makes them irresistible!...
Mexican Rice With Chipotle
Authentic, restaurant style Mexican rice is easier than you think to make at home and goes with just about any Mexican meal, ours has a delicious dollop of Chipotle...
Cowboy Beans
Mexican Cowboy Beans, or "Frijoles Charros", are an epic Mexican side dish with black beans, smoky chipotle, bacon, chorizo and onion - delicious!...
Adobada Tacos
This Pollo Asado recipe for Mexican Grilled Chicken has an irresistible, flavourful, citrusy, Ancho BBQ flavour marinade. Talk about finger licking good -you have to try!...
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....
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. ...
Refried Beans
Our favourite way to enjoy Refried Beans is served warm in a bowl, garnished with crumbled fresh cheese, a drizzle of sour cream, and our Lightly Salted Tortilla Chips....
Arroz Primavera
Arroz Primavera is a perfect easy side dish for midweek meals. The classic recipe has fluffy white rice and spring vegetables, but we added our Guajillo Fajita and Taco Mix!...
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Mexican Classics FAQs
Do you have some questions regarding traditional Mexican dishes? We’ve put together some FAQ answers below. If you want to learn even more be sure to check out the Gran Luchito Youtube Channel.
What are traditional Mexican dishes?
Mexican cuisine varies greatly by region but we think some of the greats include mole, elotes (Mexican corn on the cob), enchiladas, tacos (our favourites are Al Pastor and Baja), breakfast dishes such as chilaquiles and huevos rancheros, and no list would be complete without guacamole!
What is Mexico's national dish?
Mole (pronounced mōh-lāy) is officially the national dish of Mexico. Like most Mexican cuisine, mole varies quite a bit by region but the common elements include a fruit, chillies, nuts and spices.
Are enchiladas considered authentic Mexican food?
Yes, enchiladas originate from Mexico where the practice of rolling tortillas around various fillings dates back to the Mayan times. In their original form as street food you would find them as corn tortillas dipped in a red chilli sauce. In Spanish, the word Enchilar, a derivative of enchilada, means to season with chilli peppers. Now there are many different variations of enchiladas which reflect the influence different cultures have had on Mexican cuisine.
Is traditional Mexican food healthy?
Many of the traditional Mexican dishes which use lard, fattier cuts of meat, and cheese are not considered healthy, but Mexican food is diversifying and innovating. You will find many dishes that are more healthy – corn and wheat tortillas are naturally lower in fat so tacos can be a great option as are grilled meats. Mexican dishes also often have lots of interesting veggies and flavourings.
What do Mexicans eat on special occasions?
Food lies at the heart of Mexican culture so it’s no surprise there are lots of dishes eaten on the various holidays and festivals in Mexico. These include Tamales, Chile en Nogada, Mole, Pozole and Buñuelos.