Meat-Free Mexican Cookbook Giveaway

Enter our US/UK/CA giveaway to win one of two copies of Meat-Free Mexican: Vibrant Vegetarian Recipes by Thomasina Miers.

Meat Free Mexican by Thomasina Miers, owner of award-winning restaurant group Wahaca (with over 25 branches across the UK), is back with her newest cookbook, sharing 100 meat-free Mexican recipes.

This title has a little bit of everything from breakfast dishes, sides, mains, drinks and even dessert – all tied together with beautiful photography. Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns, Sweet potato rösti, Wild garlic gorditas with grilled asparagus & herby ricotta; Banana & chocolate cornbread, Garlic, soy & lime cauliflower tacos and a Pineapple tarte tatin with rum cream that will haunt my dreams tonight.

The dishes here are so craveworthy and comforting that no one will be looking for the meat. I’ve read through the book three times now and find myself finding something exciting and new with each turn of the page.

Let Thomasina take you on a Mexican vacation in your own kitchen – this one is a keeper. Thanks to the publisher for providing us with two recipes to try now.

Sticky coconut tart with orange & lime 
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Serves 8

This deliciously chewy, orange and lime-scented coconut tart reminds me of sunny travels along the Caribbean coast of Mexico, where coconut trees abound as well as Seville orange trees, first brought to the continent by the Spanish. It is common to use a mixture of fresh orange and lime juice to replicate the flavours of the Seville orange in this part of the world. It works beautifully in this fudgy tart which I like to eat with thick cream or Greek yoghurt. I use organic spelt flour and ground almonds for a lower gluten finish.

  • 3 eggs
  • 180g (6 1/2 oz) soft brown sugar zest and juice of 2 limes
  • zest and juice of large orange
  • 375ml (12 1/2 fl oz) double (heavy) cream, plus extra to serve
  • 240g (8 1/2 oz) unsweetened coconut, dessicated or flaked and blitzed fine
  • large pinch of sea salt

Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/350°F/gas 4 and butter a 24–25cm (9 1/2–10 inch) tart case.

To make the pastry, empty the flour, almonds, sugar, butter and salt into a food processor and blitz briefly to get fine breadcrumbs. Add the yolks and pulse a few times. Open the lid and feel the mixture. If it just about comes together, empty out onto a cold work surface. If it is not sticking together, add 1–2 teaspoons of iced water and pulse a few times more. Work the pastry as little as possible and don’t worry if it still looks a little crumbly.

For the pastry

  • 250g (9 oz) white spelt flour 100g (3 1/2 oz) ground almonds
  • 100g (3 1/2 oz) icing (confectioners’) sugar
  • 200g (7 oz) fridge-cold unsalted butter, cut into dice
  • few pinches of fine sea salt
  • 2 eggs, separated

Bring together the pastry into a ball deftly with your hands. Roughly flatten, wrap in cling film (plastic wrap) and rest in the fridge for 15 minutes. Once it has cooled down, roughly grate as much as you need to line the tart tin, flattening it out around the tin and rolling it smooth with a small glass.

Freeze for 15 minutes before filling with parchment and baking beans. Bake for 15–20 minutes.

Remove the baking beans, brush the pastry case with some of the egg white (you can keep the rest to add to an omelette or to make financiers) and return to the oven for a final 5 minutes until pale golden.

While the pastry is doing its thing empty the eggs and brown sugar into an electric mixer and beat on high speed for a few minutes until light and fluffy. Add the citrus zest and juices, the cream, coconut and salt. Once the pastry case is cooked, pour in the coconut filling and bake for about 45 minutes until the tart has risen and is looking golden and tempting. Cool to room temperature and serve with cream and small glasses of reposado tequila.


Crispy sweetcorn nuggets with sweet chilli sauce 
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Makes 18-20 nuggets

These deep-fried, crispy sweetcorn nuggets are totally delicious and dairy-free, making them a great starter for those on a plant-based diet. I love to serve them with crème fraîche and a home-made salsa or a spoonful of smoky harissa. Abrilliantbitefor a party on a balmy summer’s evening.

  • 360g (13 oz) sweetcorn (from approx. 3 cobs)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 6 spring onions (scallions), finely chopped
  • 30g (1 oz) Chipotles en Adobo (page 234), chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 30g (1oz) coriander (cilantro) leaves, finely chopped
  • juice of 2 limes (3 tbsp)
  • 120g (4 1/2oz) chickpea (gram) flour
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • rapeseed (canola) oil, for frying salt and pepper

To serve:

  • crème fraîche or vegan crème fraîche alternative
  • Salsa Negra (page 226), Salsa Macha (page 237) or smoked harissa paste
  • coriander (cilantro) leaves

Cut the corn from their cobs using a sharp chopping knife. Place half the sweetcorn in a food processor and blitz for 20–30 seconds. Mix this with the rest of the corn in a large bowl.

Add the rest of the ingredients apart from the oil and season generously with salt and pepper. You will need at least 1 teaspoon of sea salt.
Pour enough oil into a pan or wok so that it is at least 5–7cm (2–3 inches) deep. Bring to a temperature of 160–180°C (320–350°F). Test a little of the mixture – it should sizzle and start to brown in 20–30 seconds; if it burns or cooks too quickly, turn the heat down and allow the oil to cool for a few minutes.

Shape spoonfuls of the mixture and fry in batches of 5–6 depending on the size of your pan. Fry for about 2 minutes until pale golden all over. Serve with the crème fraîche, salsa or harissa paste and a sprinkle of coriander leaves.

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192 Comments

  • kaityblueeyes  on  September 20, 2022

    Pumpkin soup with pumpkin seeds salsa sounds perfect for fall!

  • turquoise  on  September 20, 2022

    chipotle baked eggs! My kids would love it

  • htomren  on  September 20, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros!

  • renharvey  on  September 20, 2022

    Griddled leeks with ancho & hazelnut romesco

  • anniecc  on  September 20, 2022

    I want to make the burrata with fresh tomatillo salad!

  • kmn4  on  September 20, 2022

    Chipotle-tamarind baked sweet potato gratin

  • sarahawker  on  September 20, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • leknit  on  September 20, 2022

    Smoky roast squash with green cashew nut mole

  • rchesser  on  September 20, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns.

  • dataentrytard  on  September 20, 2022

    I would like to prepare a banana, date & oat smoothie!

  • dbielick  on  September 20, 2022

    Quick-roast cauliflower tacos with pink pickled onions

  • ravensfan  on  September 20, 2022

    Overnight oats for all seasons: peach, raspberry, coconut & pecan

  • miggsy  on  September 20, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • et12  on  September 20, 2022

    Pea guacamole

  • Maryd8822  on  September 20, 2022

    The smoky chipotle tofu!

  • Acarroll  on  September 21, 2022

    Smoky chipotle tofu sounds great!

  • janv  on  September 21, 2022

    Molten dark chocolate ancho cake

  • sayeater  on  September 21, 2022

    Chipotle-tamarind baked sweet potato gratin , the chipotle/tamarind combo will be a new one for me,

  • chromiumman  on  September 21, 2022

    the chickpea rancheros

  • wildchild  on  September 22, 2022

    My night-owl hot chocolate

  • kmwyman  on  September 22, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • rkosully  on  September 22, 2022

    I would like to make Overnight oats for all seasons: roast plums & tarragon.

  • youngsvnnhrs  on  September 22, 2022

    Summer tomatoes on toast

  • lean1  on  September 22, 2022

    Banana Breakfast muffins

  • bookmark77  on  September 22, 2022

    chipotle baked eggs

  • bookmark58  on  September 22, 2022

    Summer tomatoes on toast

  • Plumbobmummy  on  September 23, 2022

    Pumpkin soup with pumpkin seed salsa

  • Dendav  on  September 23, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins

  • AlyC  on  September 23, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs! Chipotle is a staple in my kitchen

  • Sand9  on  September 23, 2022

    My night-owl hot chocolate x

  • kitblu  on  September 23, 2022

    I would love to make the Sticky Coconut Tart, which is like a sweet quiche, so a breakfast dessert!

  • BMeyer  on  September 23, 2022

    pumpkin soup with pumpkin seeds

  • ito  on  September 23, 2022

    For a lush wake-me-up, the Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns sounds delightful

  • Business38  on  September 23, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones ❤️

  • didbygraham  on  September 23, 2022

    Fried haloumi cheese with pear and spiced dates

  • MaineDruid  on  September 23, 2022

    Crispy tofu tacos with burnt spring onion relish & Sriracha mayo – Korean AND Mexican? What’s not to love!

  • sarah3079  on  September 23, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom and pecans morning buns

  • rosyannposy  on  September 23, 2022

    All the different quesadilla ideas. Thank you!

  • Isis1981uk  on  September 23, 2022

    The Banana, date & oat smoothie

  • Jebbers  on  September 23, 2022

    Smoky roast squash with green cashew nut mole

  • reader1trees  on  September 23, 2022

    Three cheese, hibiscus & thyme [empanadas] for me followed by Tamarind crème brûlée!

  • VirginiaJoe  on  September 23, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins.

  • Ren23  on  September 23, 2022

    Coffee, Cardamom & Pecan Morning Buns

  • prettypistol  on  September 24, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • mph993  on  September 24, 2022

    I gotta try this – A smoked chilli paste that no cook should do without (Chipotles en adobo)

  • Leonard5854  on  September 24, 2022

    White rice with pumpkin seeds & fresh lime

  • foodie16  on  September 24, 2022

    Honey-roast carrots with garlicky bean mash.

  • amweeks  on  September 24, 2022

    I’d love to make the Spinach & three-cheese mollete!

  • Beckyth  on  September 24, 2022

    Crispy tofu tacos

  • Suzht  on  September 24, 2022

    Pea guacamole

  • Carolyn99  on  September 25, 2022

    Grilled hispi with celeriac mash & ancho relish

  • dzm  on  September 25, 2022

    chickpea rancheros

  • Heaton99  on  September 25, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins sounds good

  • Ingridemery  on  September 26, 2022

    One pot beans ‘n’ greens looks simple but delicious!

  • agreaves19  on  September 26, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • kennethjohngilmour  on  September 26, 2022

    would like to try the cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones found on page 81 first

  • saregama  on  September 26, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • emi10383  on  September 26, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • antpantsii  on  September 27, 2022

    Charred onion and coriander everyday relish

  • frozen16  on  September 27, 2022

    Cheddar cheese and pickled jalapeno scones sound amazing

  • debbiehb  on  September 27, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • maci234  on  September 28, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • artthecat  on  September 28, 2022

    Classic enchilada with sweet potato, spinach & black beans!

  • lucymajor94  on  September 29, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros for me!

  • Vee711  on  September 29, 2022

    Banana Breakfast Muffins

  • j3g  on  September 29, 2022

    Maple-pickled pumpkin & pink leaf salad with pumpkin seed salsa
    checks all the boxes:
    – more squash recipes!
    – vegetarian
    – pickled?!

  • banba1  on  September 29, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • hrk  on  September 29, 2022

    Smoky roast squash with green cashew nut mole

  • Beckyth  on  September 29, 2022

    Coconut lime rice pudding

  • sarahteertzah  on  September 30, 2022

    Pumpkin soup with pumpkin seed salsa

  • silversand  on  September 30, 2022

    Summer tomatoes on toast

  • YumYum21  on  September 30, 2022

    chickpea rancheros

  • BionicBean  on  September 30, 2022

    Anything with corn has got me so it must be crispy-sweetcorn-nuggets-with-sweet

  • betsyradelow  on  September 30, 2022

    Crispy sweetcorn nuggets with sweet chilli sauce

  • patsy_22  on  October 1, 2022

    Cheesy brunch burritos with avo salsa – yum!

  • ceejayen  on  October 1, 2022

    Squidgy peanut butter & chocolate cookies

  • SPea  on  October 2, 2022

    The coffee, cardomom and pecan morning buns sound great, so would defiitely try them first

  • skyejaden  on  October 2, 2022

    The breakfast flapjacks!

  • Melissa1019  on  October 2, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • FattyNaddy  on  October 2, 2022

    Cheesy brunch burritos with avo salsa!

  • GreenhouseCheryl  on  October 2, 2022

    Cheesy brunch burritos with avo salsa

  • kitchen_chick  on  October 2, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs

  • Spud13  on  October 3, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • trudys_person  on  October 3, 2022

    The Cacao, cinnamon & maple granola sounds interesting. I love to make my own granola … and the Burrata with fresh tomatillo salad sounds good too. I love burrata and tomatillos!

  • lissajlee  on  October 4, 2022

    Smoky roast squash with green cashew nut mole sounds perfect for winter

  • JenThomas318  on  October 4, 2022

    Tamales with shredded courgettes & cascabel

  • elysedc  on  October 5, 2022

    Quick-roast cauliflower tacos with pink pickled onions!

  • Jow  on  October 5, 2022

    The Banana Breakfast muffins they sound so good

  • mpdeb98  on  October 5, 2022

    Classic enchilada with sweet potato, spinach & black beans

  • love2chow  on  October 6, 2022

    Mushroom, truffle & mozzarella [empanadas]

  • sgreiff  on  October 6, 2022

    Breakfast flapjacks

  • oduong930  on  October 6, 2022

    Chipotle-tamarind baked sweet potato gratin

  • krnries  on  October 7, 2022

    Green wake-up juice – sounds like a great way to start the day 🙂

  • ChicagoJen  on  October 7, 2022

    I love pumpkin seeds! white rice with pumpkin seeds & fresh lime

  • Cjennings  on  October 7, 2022

    Pineapple tarts tatin with rum cream

  • LaurenE  on  October 8, 2022

    renharvey on September 20, 2022

  • aesop57  on  October 8, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins

  • Laura1  on  October 8, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • RickPearson54  on  October 10, 2022

    chickpea rancheros

  • lselke  on  October 10, 2022

    Smoky chipotle tofu with cherry tomatoes & avocado!

  • amyjay  on  October 11, 2022

    chipotle tofu

  • Capercook  on  October 11, 2022

    I’m a huge fan of Thomasina Miers and her Wahaca restaurants. Can’t wait to try the cauliflower tacos!

  • EmilyR  on  October 11, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • maggz19671  on  October 13, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • AnnaZed  on  October 15, 2022

    Pumpkin seed butter

  • infotrop  on  October 16, 2022

    Chargrilled courgettes with whipped feta & blackened chilli-lime dressing

  • caliwoo  on  October 16, 2022

    Sticky coconut tart

  • ewalsh40  on  October 17, 2022

    Cheesy brunch burritos with avo salsa

  • cinefemme  on  October 18, 2022

    The sweet potato Rostii sounds amazing!

  • jodie1131  on  October 20, 2022

    The burrata with fresh tomatillo salad

  • Badgerlord  on  October 20, 2022

    My night-owl hot chocolate

  • PeavineBlues  on  October 21, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs

  • michelle666  on  October 21, 2022

    Summer tomatoes on toast

  • Peirsd60  on  October 21, 2022

    Overnight oats for all seasons sound amazing! Peach, raspberry, coconut & pecan…

  • YumYum21  on  October 22, 2022

    simple baked beans

  • HomespunHouse  on  October 23, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs

  • rstaudt  on  October 24, 2022

    Molten dark chocolate ancho cake – I love a little *picante* in my chocolate desserts!

  • vdkcjart  on  October 24, 2022

    The sweetcorn nuggets sound great

  • feliciakw  on  October 24, 2022

    One-pot beans ‘n’ greens

  • Karla123  on  October 25, 2022

    Autumnal squash-filled peppers!

  • NatalyaM  on  October 25, 2022

    Breakfast chilaquiles with fresh tomatillo salsa

  • hettar7  on  October 26, 2022

    Cornbread! always

  • lemerson45  on  October 26, 2022

    Anything with chickpeas or sweet potatoes!

  • calguire  on  October 28, 2022

    Crispy tofu tacos with burnt spring onion relish & Sriracha mayo

  • soylent_pete  on  October 28, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • Dannausc  on  October 28, 2022

    Pumpkin seed butter

  • moralla  on  October 28, 2022

    Breakfast chilaquiles with fresh tomatillo salsa

  • laurentipton  on  October 29, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs

  • cilantrolime  on  October 29, 2022

    Sweet buns!

  • clairew137  on  October 30, 2022

    Chickpea rancheros

  • monicahorridge  on  October 30, 2022

    Chipotle cauliflower cheese with crispy top, sounds so good and perfect for autumn!

  • Pennyf  on  October 30, 2022

    Cucumber & watermelon salad with chilli-lime-salt

  • Pizzacat13  on  November 1, 2022

    I’d try the Herby Ricotta, how could you go wrong with that?

  • vinochic  on  November 1, 2022

    Beetroot, cumin & walnut dip

  • liasim  on  November 2, 2022

    Breakfast chilaquilas

  • Ordinaryblogger  on  November 4, 2022

    pea guacamole

  • fmd518  on  November 4, 2022

    Chipotle baked eggs!

  • katylynnf  on  November 5, 2022

    Oh, I can’t wait to try these corn fritters. Sounds amazing and I love that they’re GF/DF and egg free!!

  • Emwitting  on  November 6, 2022

    Roasted cauliflower

  • ckelly2304  on  November 6, 2022

    overnight oats

  • angiejackson  on  November 8, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • cake17uk  on  November 8, 2022

    Garlic mushroom tostadas with goat’s curd & herbs sounds delicious!

  • pepperfool  on  November 8, 2022

    Fluffy ricotta pancakes with chia, raspberry & hibiscus jam

  • JenjiD  on  November 8, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins

  • stehol  on  November 9, 2022

    Squidgy peanut butter & chocolate cookies

  • nocona  on  November 9, 2022

    Smoky chipotle tofu – I love chipotle!

  • adriiana  on  November 9, 2022

    Spinach & three-cheese mollete

  • GrooveHeart  on  November 9, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • paulo_b  on  November 10, 2022

    Garlicky mushrooms on toast

  • sarai  on  November 10, 2022

    Cheese & pickled jalapeno scones

  • kimwhite  on  November 10, 2022

    Squidgy Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookies

  • jrhymer  on  November 10, 2022

    Cheddar Cheese & pickled Jalapeño Scones sound amazing!

  • sheridarby  on  November 10, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • joke7  on  November 10, 2022

    Overnight oats for all seasons: apple, cardamom & hazelnuts

  • patti599  on  November 11, 2022

    New potatoes, cheese, thyme [quesadillas]

  • JEWGAL777  on  November 11, 2022

    Cacao, Cinnamon and Maple Granola.

  • grimmie53  on  November 11, 2022

    I’m always looking for nacho recipes! I’ve made nachos out of everything from potato slices to polenta medallions.

  • denise21  on  November 11, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins

  • Rach890  on  November 11, 2022

    I would love to make the crispy sweetcorn nuggets with sweet chilli sauce! Sounds yummy!

  • nancytownsend  on  November 12, 2022

    Spinach & three-cheese mollete

  • COllif  on  November 12, 2022

    Quick roast cauliflower tacos , these recipes sound amazing.

  • portkey  on  November 12, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • nuj  on  November 12, 2022

    The coffee, cardamom and pecan morning buns sound just too moreish!

  • milly_matthews  on  November 12, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • molly57  on  November 12, 2022

    Sticky coconut tart with orange & lime

  • alicevegan  on  November 12, 2022

    Smoky roast squash with green cashew nut mole!

  • Twiddle  on  November 12, 2022

    Griddled leeks with ancho & hazelnut romesco

  • db33  on  November 12, 2022

    Chipotle Baked Eggs sound delicious but I’d replace the coriander as it tastes like poison to me! 😀

  • ickle0ne  on  November 12, 2022

    Breakfast chilaquiles with fresh tomatillo salsa

  • LeahT50  on  November 12, 2022

    Soy & Lime Cauliflower Tacos sound wonderful.

  • DimensionAEB  on  November 12, 2022

    Pumpkin soup with pumpkin seed salsa

  • ClaireHamilton  on  November 12, 2022

    The Banana, date & oat smoothie

  • PatBarrett  on  November 12, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • Kellyroxannesmith  on  November 12, 2022

    Banana 🍌 breakfast muffins sound delicious x thanks

  • tucsonsandy  on  November 13, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns!

  • CatsintheKitchen  on  November 13, 2022

    breakfast flapjacks

  • Gup  on  November 13, 2022

    I really want to try the sticky coconut tart!

  • Lora724  on  November 15, 2022

    Breakfast chilaquiles with fresh tomatillo salsa.

  • benitamehta  on  November 15, 2022

    wild garlic gorditas!

  • bill_the_cat  on  November 16, 2022

    My mother’s cider tonic

  • Lesevans6  on  November 16, 2022

    Chickpea Rancheros

  • Emmamaryd  on  November 17, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom and pecan buns

  • zeeenie  on  November 18, 2022

    My night-owl hot chocolate

  • mumliz  on  November 18, 2022

    Breakfast flapjacks

  • pixelwife  on  November 18, 2022

    Broccoli tempura with smoky red mayo & lime-soy dipping sauce

  • lilmiztam22  on  November 18, 2022

    smoky chipotle tofu!

  • mummydinosaur  on  November 18, 2022

    Pumpkin soup with pumpkin seed salsa

  • nitrambur  on  November 18, 2022

    Jerusalem artichoke, truffle oil, pecorino [quesadillas]. We have some Artichokes ready to be dug up at the allotment

  • Poppyjoey  on  November 18, 2022

    Honey-roast carrots with garlicky bean mash

  • e4b4  on  November 18, 2022

    Cheddar cheese & pickled jalapeño scones

  • misty33  on  November 18, 2022

    Coffee, cardamom & pecan morning buns

  • orchidlady01  on  November 18, 2022

    Banana breakfast muffins

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