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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
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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.
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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.

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Great product and my cooking would not be same if I didn't have It. Thank you

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tik Verified curry lover

Always good 😊

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tik Verified curry lover

Super flavours - we are addicted! Particularly love the curry pastes and sauces. Mango chutney is so delicious.

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tik Verified curry lover

I have been using these curry pastes for a long time. They are so good, I'm never without them in my fridge or freezer

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tik Verified curry lover

I have been using Shemins Pastes for years. Effortless cooking with delicious results . Thank you x

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tik Verified curry lover

Live your food. Thank you for making home curries beautiful.

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tik Verified curry lover

I was disappointed that you do not sell Lime Pickle !

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tik Verified curry lover

Great as usual

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tik Verified curry lover

Great recipe

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tik Verified curry lover

My husband enjoys all the pickles but we have to buy Lime pickle elsewhere. Is this something that might be offered in the future.

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