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Tex-Mex Paste

Tex-Mex Paste

Spice up your life. | 3 (1 TBSP) Packs
Michelle Doll Olson
Michelle Doll OlsonUpdated on April 01, 2026
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Calories
: 
50 kcal
Protein
: 
1g protein
Total
: 
1 minute
Difficulty
: 
Easy

Every great home cook needs a well-stocked pantry—that’s just a fact! We think Tex-Mex Paste is essential, so add it to your collection today and enjoy it in your favorite Mexican"https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/mexican-recipes'Mexican recipes. Bold-flavored dishes await. Nutrition values are based on 1 packet.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
/ Serving 2 people

3 tablespoon

Tex-Mex Paste

Calories50 kcal
Fat3 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Protein1 g
Sodium1590 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Cooking Steps

1

Tex-Mex Marinade In a large bowl, combine 1 packet Tex-Mex paste, 2 TBSP orange juice (mandarin juice is one of our favorites here—you could also use pineapple juice!), and 2 tsp lime juice. Add 10 oz protein (we love shrimp, chicken breast strips, diced steak, or diced pork); toss to coat. Let marinate for 30 minutes. Cook in a large pan over medium-high heat until protein is browned and cooked through and marinade is reduced and lightly charred.

2

Tex-Mex Taco Filling In a large pan, cook 10 oz ground protein (we love beef, pork, turkey, or plant-based protein!) until browned and cooked through. Stir in 1 packet Tex-Mex paste until thoroughly combined. For an additional flavor boost, stir in 1 TBSP Southwest Seasoning. Use in tacos, burritos, or burrito bowls!

3

Tex-Mex Citrus Pan Sauce In a large pan, combine 1 packet Tex-Mex paste, ¼ cup pineapple or orange juice, and a squeeze of lime juice. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 TBSP butter. Spoon over your favorite protein (we especially love it on salmon and barramundi!). Serve with rice and fresh salsa for a quick and easy meal.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: This paste kicks meat up a notch, adding incredible flavor to favorite recipes 🌶️.
  • Suggestions: Try it in jumpin' jack chicken bowls, tacos, or as a marinade for various proteins.
AI-generated from customer reviews

Reviews from our home cooks

A
AnonymousCooked for 2 people
|Jun 29, 2021

My fav! So happy we can buy these now! I use it to make my favorite jumpin jack chicken bowls

A
AnonymousCooked for 2 people
|Mar 28, 2021

Love this stuff. Wish it came as an À la carte option

A
AnonymousCooked for 2 people
|Apr 27, 2021

This is incredible! Is it at all possible to buy extra?

A
AnonymousCooked for 2 people
|Feb 27, 2021

One of the three packets exploded in transport so only got 2. Also there was some pasta in the bag??

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