Our Best Easy Mexican-Inspired Fakeaway Recipes

July 07, 2026
delicious street tacos accompanied by salsa served on plate

There’s something magical about recreating your favourite takeaway at home. No scrolling apps, no wait times, no debating the same order again. That’s what easy fakeaway recipes are about – all the flavour and fun of your favourite order, made at home, your way.

In this guide, you will find some of our best fakeaway recipes, from chicken fakeaway recipes to fun twists on street food favourites. Make Some Noise in your own kitchen and turn a regular night in into a Dine Loud and Proud moment.

What Is a Fakeaway?

A fakeaway is simply a homemade version of your favourite takeaway. Instead of waiting for a delivery driver, you bring the experience to your own table, with all the toppings and sides laid out for everyone to dig in.

Ready to build your fakeaway menu? Here are some of our best fakeaway recipes, grouped so you can mix and match for your perfect spread.

Street-Style Beef and Chicken Fakeaway Recipes

Street food inspired tacos are ideal fakeaway dinner ideas that bring the best of takeaway vibes straight to your kitchen. Easy to hold, fun to customise, and great for sharing.

Barbacoa Street-Style Beef Tacos

Want something smoky and sweet yet saucy? Try our Barbacoa Street-Style Beef Tacos. Slow-cooked beef shredded and mixed with Barbacoa spice, then piled into warm tortillas with onions, coriander, and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for a chilled weekend fakeaway.
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Al Pastor Street-Style Chicken Tacos

Craving a chicken fakeaway recipe with a twist? Our Al Pastor Street-Style Chicken Tacos bring fruity pineapple and spicy Al Pastor seasoning together with tender chicken. Top with fresh coriander, lime and salsa, and you’re done in 20 minutes.
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Loaded Fakeaway Dinner Ideas

If your usual order is something crispy, saucy, and loaded, these easy fakeaway recipes are for you. They bring both texture and bold flavours to your plate.

Easy Homemade Crunchwrap Recipe

Ready in just 20 minutes, this Easy Homemade Crunchwrap Recipe layers seasoned beef mince, crunchy Nachips, melted cheese, and fresh lettuce all wrapped up and toasted. Easy to hold, seriously satisfying, and endlessly customisable with different fillings.
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Teriyaki Fusion Fajitas

Teriyaki Fusion Fajitas 

Love a bit of fusion? Teriyaki Fusion Fajitas bring together savoury-sweet teriyaki flavours with sizzling chicken and soft tortillas. Lay everything out on the table and let people roll their own – a brilliant way to Make Some Noise at dinner without any fuss.
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Fakeaway Dinner Ideas with a Sandwich Twist

Sometimes you want something you can grab with both hands and get stuck into. These Mexican-inspired subs and loaded rolls bring fakeaway flavours in every bite – bold, satisfying and no cutlery required.

mexican subs

Mexican Subs

Our Mexican Subs are a fun fakeaway alternative to your usual sandwich shop order. Stuffed soft rolls with seasoned fillings, crunchy toppings, and punchy sauces. Perfect for game nights or casual get togethers when you want to Make Some Noise.
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banh mi pork tacos

Banh Mi Pork Tacos

Looking for something different? Banh Mi Pork Tacos are sure to bring Vietnamese-inspired street food vibes to your table. Caramelised pork meets tangy pickled coleslaw and creamy siracha mayo, all tucked into soft tortillas.
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Comforting Chicken Fakeaway Recipes

Chicken is a fakeaway classic, and these recipes bring comfort food vibes with bold flavours and easy prep, perfect for family nights or sharing with friends.

super easy shredded chicken burritos

Shredded Chicken Burrito

These Shredded Chicken Burritos are a super quick and easy fakeaway favourite. Stuff warm tortillas with chicken, rice, and salsa, then load up with grated cheese, crisp lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and sour cream.
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Old El Paso fajitas filled with chicken curry and vegetables sitting on a bed of lettuce

Chicken Curry Fajitas 

If you love curry and you love wraps, Chicken Curry Fajitas are the best of both worlds. Curry spiced chicken with peppers and onions are piled into soft tortillas with cooling sour cream and fresh lettuce. Ready in 35 minutes and perfect for a quick fakeaway night in.
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sticky chicken wings drumsticks

Sticky Chicken Wings & Drumsticks

Our Sticky Chicken Wings & Drumsticks recipe is the perfect way to complete a fakeaway spread. Oven baked until golden and coated in a sweet, smoky glaze made with brown sugar, lime and Old El Paso Smoky BBQ Fajita Seasoning -  this recipe takes only 20 minutes and is perfect for sharing. Serve with dips, wedges, and even a big salad on the side.
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Bring Full Volume Flavour to Your Nights with Old El Paso

Swapping your usual delivery for a fakeaway doesn’t have to be hard work - in fact, these recipes make it easy.  From street-style tacos to fusion fajitas and loaded subs, these fakeaway recipe ideas bring all the flavours and textures you’re craving with more control, better value, and more time spent together around the table.

So, when that takeaway craving hits, skip the apps and head straight to your kitchen. Pick your favourites from the recipes above and Make Some Noise at home with a Mexican-inspired fakeaway spread that lets you Dine Loud and Proud, your way!

Faqs

  • What is a fakeaway?
    A fakeaway is a homemade version of your favourite takeaway, giving you Full Volume Flavour with more control over ingredients, portions and cost. Mexican-inspired fakeaway recipes are perfect for busy evenings because they’re quick to put together, easy to customise and brilliant for sharing.
  • What are some quick and easy fakeaway dinner ideas for busy weeknights?
    For easy fakeaway recipes after a long day, go for simple, build-your-own dishes that cook in minutes. Fajitas, tacos and wraps work well here. Just sizzle your filling, warm your tortillas and let everyone pile on their favourite toppings. Keep grated cheese, salsa, sour cream and crunchy salad for even faster assembly.
  • Can I make vegan fakeaway recipes with Old El Paso products?
    Yes! Many Old El Paso products works brilliantly for vegan and vegetarian fakeaways. Tortillas, taco shells, and some seasonings are plant-based. For the fillings, skip the meat and use veggies, beans, lentils or meat-free alternatives instead. Don’t forget to add guacamole, salsa, and crunchy salad for a colourful fakeaway that everyone can enjoy together.
  • How can I save money with fakeaway recipes instead of ordering in?
    Street-style tacos and build-your-own fajitas are brilliant for groups. Set everything out on the table – fillings, tortillas, and toppings – and let everyone customise their own. It's interactive, fun, and means less time cooking and more time enjoying the meal together.