Ainsley Harriott's Mexican-Themed Episode of Ainsley's Fantastic Flavours
The programme airs on Sunday, August 17 at 11:30 AM on ITV1 London and showcases the country’s bold regional tastes.
Starting with Smoky Carne Asada Tacos
He begins with smoky carne asada tacos, layered with chargrilled spring onions and a punchy chiltomate salsa. Ainsley walks viewers through the technique to achieve that authentic, charred flavour.
Ruby Bhogal's Chilli Masterclass and Dishes
Ruby Bhogal joins the show to deliver a short masterclass on chilli varieties and their uses. She samples a birria taco—known for its slow-cooked, deeply flavoured meat and rich broth—and also prepares an elote-topped salad as a cooling, creamy contrast.
Guest Jayne Middlemiss's Crowd-Pleasing Quesadillas
Guest Jayne Middlemiss contributes a simple, crowd-pleasing dish: cheesy bean and corn quesadillas served alongside homemade guacamole. It’s an accessible recipe that complements the episode’s street-food focus.
Final Dish: Pork Pozole
To close the hour, Ainsley cooks a robust pork pozole, a traditional stew prized for its comforting, layered flavours. ...