Mexican food

Mexican food or Mexican cuisine is the cuisine of the country of Mexico.

Maize, different kinds of beans, chili peppers, fruit , and certain other vegetables play an important role in Mexican food culture. Mexico was ruled by the Spanish for a long time, this also influenced cuisine. In the north, Spanish influence is bigger. In the South, pre-Columbian recipes play a bigger role.

Common dishes

• Tacos

Tacos are another popular Mexican dish that is easy to make at home although some say that it is American. They're made with tortillas filled with your favorite fillings, such as meat, beans, vegetables, or seafood. To make tacos, simply heat a tortilla in a skillet over medium heat. Add your favorite fillings and top with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

• Enchilada

Enchiladas are a Mexican dish made of corn tortillas that are filled with a variety of ingredients, such as meat, cheese, beans, or vegetables. The tortillas are then rolled up and covered in a sauce, typically a chili-based sauce. Enchiladas can be baked, fried, or cooked on a griddle.

• Guacamole

Guacamole is a delicious and versatile dip that is made with avocados, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. It's a great way to add some flavor to your favorite Mexican dishes. To make guacamole, simply mash avocados in a bowl. Add tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and your favorite seasonings. Mix well and enjoy!

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  Tacos

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  Enchilada

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  Chile peppers, before they are ground.

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  Guacamole with torilla chips.

Mexican Food Media

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  Chile en nogada, maize, tamales, pozole, mezcal, pan de muerto, and cóctel de camarón

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  Still-life with Fruit, Scorpion and Frog (1874) by Hermenegildo Bustos

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  Still-life, oil on canvas painting by José Agustín Arrieta (Mexican), c. 1870, San Diego Museum of Art

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  Ancient Mesoamerican engraving of maize, National Museum of Anthropology of México

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  Chiles rellenos, stuffed chile peppers

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  001 Tacos de carnitas, carne asada y al pastor

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  Pechuga adobada, chicken breast in adobo with a side of chayote, mushrooms, corn and poblano rajas. Adobo, including a key item, vinegar, arrived with the Spanish. A common characteristic of Mexican adobo is its incorporation of chile ancho.

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  Huevos Rancheros

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  Pan de muerto is traditionally baked in Mexico during the weeks leading up to the Day of the Dead.