* Kitchen items to help create authentic Mexican food at home
* Easy ways to save time and still produce delicious food
* Includes a tortilla press, lemon juicer and tamale steamer
Tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, tostadas, quesadillas — the list of delicious Mexican food is never-ending. We’d bet there’s at least one Mexican dish you love. And while heading out to your local Mexican restaurant is an easy option, homemade Mexican food is hard to beat.
If you’ve never tried to make authentic Mexican food or think that creating everything from scratch would be too much effort, take a look at this range of kitchen items. These devices and appliances can help cut corners and offer an easy way to prepare authentic Mexican food in the comfort of your home. From simplifying the lemon-squeezing process to ensuring your tortillas are perfectly flat, scroll through these kitchen helpers to find the ones that will take your homemade Mexican food to the next level.
1. Zulay Kitchen Lemon Lime Squeezer
Whether it’s for guacamole, mojitos or as an optional garnish for your food, ensure you get every last drop from your lemons and limes with this effective citrus squeezer. The three-part device makes juicing your fruits simple with its long handles and removable fruit holder. The bright yellow squeezer is also dishwasher friendly.
2. IMUSA Tamale Steamer
Ideal for tamales, seafood and a range of vegetables, this IMUSA steamer is built to last. It’s made from aluminum with a natural finish, which gives it a quality look and feel. For ease of use, the steamer features a removable steaming rack, a water level indicator and two thick, metal handles.
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3. Victoria Cast Iron Comal Griddle
It’s time for tortillas! This heavy duty cast iron griddle doesn’t just feel great in hand, the non-stick surface makes removing any finished product simple. The thicker gauge also helps keep heat distribution more even across the griddle when compared to most competitors. At 10.5 inches across, it’s just the right size for cooking tortillas, flatbreads and a range of meats.
4. Vasconia Granite Molcajete Mortar and Pestle
If you prefer your guacamole and salsa with a smoother consistency, you definitely need to add this mortar and pestle to your arsenal. Simply throw your ingredients in and get grinding to produce your dips and sauces. The two-piece kit is simple to clean, and when you aren’t making Mexican accompaniments, it can be used for crushing spices, chillies and any number of cooking ingredients.
5. Neoflam Kiesel Stovetop Ceramic Cookware
This versatile ceramic cookware is ideal to add to your kitchen for Mexican night and everything in between. These dishes have a range of uses, including mixing, cooking and presenting your food on the dinner table. The tough exterior can be used in the oven, on the stove or in the microwave. Plus, each pot comes with an easy-to-fit lid, and the dishes are available in a range of fun colors and sizes.
6. Victoria Tortilla Press & Pataconera
Ensure your tortillas are perfectly flat with this Victoria tortilla press. Constructed from cast iron, the tough device will have no problem squeezing your tortillas into shape. The three-piece design means it requires little energy to flatten the dough, and it can be used by anyone, young or old. There is really no excuse for buying store bought tortillas now!
7. Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor
Make things simple with a Cuisinart food processor. This model is ideal for whipping up beans, salsas and guacamole in seconds and comes with the option to chop or grind, depending on the recipe. The top bowl is big enough to fit three cups of whatever you want sliced or diced and sports an easy-to-carry handle that helps in pouring out your finished product. The lid, bowl and included spatula are also dishwasher safe for quick and easy cleaning.
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