10% off for all new customers! Use coupon code ‘firstorder’ Shop now

Ultimate Mexican Base Sauce

One of the best recipes we’ve ever made—this sauce is rich, smoky, and unbelievably delicious! 🤩

Super simple and versatile, it’s the perfect base for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, chilli, and more. Just add your favourite ingredients and enjoy authentic Mexican flavour in minutes!

Serves

4

The star of the show

Gluten free
Shemins Smoky Mexican Spice Blend
vg-tag

Shemin's Smoky Mexican

Shemin’s Smoky Mexican Spice Blend is a rich, warming mix with a deep, smoky flavour and gentle heat. Packed with colour and character, it’s perfect for adding a bold twist to Mexican-style dishes including, tacos, fajitas, marinades and more.
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
  • star-icon
(4)

Ingredients

How to make Ultimate Mexican Base Sauce

1. Heat the Oil:

Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the onion until soft (3–5 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

2. Add the Spices:

Stir in the Shemin’s Mexican Spice Blend and Shemin’s Cayenne Chilli Powder (if using), cook and stir for 1 minute to release their flavours.

3. Simmer the Sauce:

Add the chopped tomatoes, honey, salt, and pepper. Simmer on low heat for at least 10–15 minutes, or slow cook it for more intense flavours, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

4. Finish and Serve:

Finish with lime juice and garnish with fresh coriander (if using) .

Tips & Serving Suggestions

Ways to Use This Sauce:

  • Serve with turkey, chicken, or beef meatballs.
  • Use as a filling for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas.
  • Pour over grilled chicken, prawns, or roasted vegetables.
  • Mix with beans or lentils for a vegetarian protein boost.
  • Spoon over rice, quinoa, or a baked sweet potato.

Loved by curry enthusiast globally

tik Verified curry lover

I'm a long time customer and keep coming back for the great taste and convenience.

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

you make Harry Potter look like someone who plays with Christmas crackers. What you send me and I just add to meat shames so many restaurants. Your spice blends raw…

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Great for BBQ's! My family loves BBQChicken Tikka with the Indian Paste

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Excellent

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Fabulous!!

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

This is my 3rd or 4th order so that says everything! Wonderful products. Real ingredients making incredible flavours. The 'go to ' place for the real thing. Thank you team.…

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Love, love, love - your curry paste, ever since we saw you on James Martin many years ago. Thank you for helping us along the way to make delicious food…

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Easy to navigate website & fantastic products. Thank you

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

WE ENJOY YOUR CURRY SAUCES VERY MUCH. I HAVE TO SAY MOST NAAN BREADS TASTE LIKE WARM CARDBOARD. HAVING READ PEOPLES NOTES RECOMMENDING WARMING IN A FRYING PAN, I THINK…

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon
tik Verified curry lover

Congratulations on the arrival of baby Sebastian:)

star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon star-icon