If your weeknight dinners have been crying out for a little excitement, Gran Luchito is about to become your new kitchen hero. The beloved Mexican food brand has unveiled its NEW Taco Recipe Kits—a fast, flavour-packed shortcut to restaurant-quality tacos at home. Landing on Ocado from 10th September 2025 and in Waitrose from 20th October 2025, these kits come in four bold, authentic flavours: Al Pastor, Barbacoa, Birria, and Carnitas (RRP £3.95 each).
As the UK continues to fall in love with Mexican cuisine—60% of people now choose Mexican when cooking world food at home, according to YouGov (June 2025)—Gran Luchito is on a mission to make real Mexican tacos accessible to everyone. And not just any tacos: true, taqueria-style flavour rooted in Mexico’s traditional culinary heritage.
Authentic Mexican Flavour, Straight from the Source
Crafted in the heart of Mexico using high-quality ingredients and time-honoured recipes, the new Taco Recipe Kits transform your kitchen into a full-on fiesta in just 15 minutes. Whether it’s taco night, a midweek dinner, or an impromptu gathering with friends, each kit delivers bold flavours without the fuss.
Perfect for anyone who refuses to settle for bland meals, each kit includes three expertly balanced sachets:
-
Spice Blend – aromatics that deliver a punchy, vibrant kick
-
Base Sauce – rich, deep flavours for that signature Mexican depth
-
Finishing Sauce – the smooth, satisfying finale that ties it all together
Just three simple steps, one pan, and you’re serving tacos that taste like they came straight off a taco truck in Mexico City.
The Four Flavours – A Fiesta of Choice
Sweet & Tangy Al Pastor
RRP: £3.95
Inspired by Mexico City’s iconic street-food staple, this kit blends juicy pineapple with the smoky heat of guajillo and ancho chillies. Bright, fragrant and tangy—perfect for anyone who loves vibrant, citrus-forward tacos.
Smoky Chipotle Barbacoa
RRP: £3.95
Rich, bold and slow-cooked in spirit (but fast-cooked in practice). This mix of agave syrup, paprika, and a trio of chillies—ancho, chipotle and guajillo—brings a deep, smoky authenticity that meat-lovers will rave about.
Aromatic & Bold Birria
RRP: £3.95
Hailing from the state of Jalisco, Birria has taken over social feeds worldwide—and now your kitchen. Coriander, pasilla, ancho, and guajillo chilli layers create a rich, aromatic taco that’s hearty, warming and intensely flavourful.
Citrus Jalapeño Carnitas
RRP: £3.95
A fresh and fiery combination of zesty lime, sweet notes, and jalapeño chillies make this Carnitas kit juicy, lively, and dangerously moreish. Ideal for relaxed summer dinners or a Friday-night pick-me-up.
Where to Buy Gran Luchito’s Taco Recipe Kits
The kits will roll out across two major UK retailers:
-
Ocado – available from 10 September 2025
(Check out Ocado’s Mexican food selection here.) -
Waitrose – available from 20 October 2025
(Explore Waitrose’s world food offerings here.)
For more on Gran Luchito and its full product range, visit the official website at: https://granluchito.com/
Tacos Take the Crown
With these new launches, Gran Luchito makes one thing clear: tacos—not fajitas—are the true star of Mexican cuisine. And now, UK home cooks can enjoy a flavour-packed, fuss-free slice of Mexico in minutes.
