SettingsMexican cuisine
Acocil
Acocil is the name for either of two species of freshwater crayfish endemic to Mexico – Cambarellus montezumae and Cambarellus zempoalensis.
Acocil is the name for either of two species of freshwater crayfish endemic to Mexico – Cambarellus montezumae and Cambarellus zempoalensis.
Acrididae
The Acrididae are the predominant family of grasshoppers, comprising some 10,000 of the 11,000 species of the entire suborder Caelifera.
The Acrididae are the predominant family of grasshoppers, comprising some 10,000 of the 11,000 species of the entire suborder Caelifera.
Adobada
Adobada (Spanish for "marinated") is a concept for many dishes that are common in Mexican cuisine similar to tacos.
Adobada (Spanish for "marinated") is a concept for many dishes that are common in Mexican cuisine similar to tacos.
Adobo
Adobo is Spanish for sauce, seasoning, or marinade used in Latin American and Southwest U.S.-style cooking.
Adobo is Spanish for sauce, seasoning, or marinade used in Latin American and Southwest U.S.-style cooking.
Agave nectar
Agave nectar is a sweetener commercially produced in South Africa and Mexico from several species of agave, including the Blue Agave Americana and Salmiana Agave.
Agave nectar is a sweetener commercially produced in South Africa and Mexico from several species of agave, including the Blue Agave Americana and Salmiana Agave.
Al pastor
Al pastor (Spanish; "Shepherd style") is a dish developed in Central Mexico, likely as a result of the adoption of the shawarma spit-grilled meat brought by Lebanese immigrants to Mexico.
Al pastor (Spanish; "Shepherd style") is a dish developed in Central Mexico, likely as a result of the adoption of the shawarma spit-grilled meat brought by Lebanese immigrants to Mexico.
Anaheim pepper
An Anaheim pepper is a mild variety of chili pepper.
An Anaheim pepper is a mild variety of chili pepper.
Antojito
An antojito is a Mexican street snack designed to satisfy a craving (antojo).
An antojito is a Mexican street snack designed to satisfy a craving (antojo).
Aztec cuisine
The most important staple of Aztec cuisine was maize (corn), a crop that was so important to Aztec society that it played a central part in their mythology.
The most important staple of Aztec cuisine was maize (corn), a crop that was so important to Aztec society that it played a central part in their mythology.
Bacalhau
Bacalhau is the Portuguese word for codfish and–in a culinary context–dried and salted codfish.
Bacalhau is the Portuguese word for codfish and–in a culinary context–dried and salted codfish.
Barbacoa
Barbacoa is a form of cooking meat that originated in the Caribbean with the Taíno people, from which the term “barbecue” derives.
Barbacoa is a form of cooking meat that originated in the Caribbean with the Taíno people, from which the term “barbecue” derives.
Beef brain
Beef brains and veal or calf's brains are used in the cuisines of France; Italy; El Salvador; Mexico, etc.
Beef brains and veal or calf's brains are used in the cuisines of France; Italy; El Salvador; Mexico, etc.
Birria
Birria is a spicy Mexican meat stew usually made with pork, goat, lamb, or mutton, often served during festive periods, such as Christmas, New Year's Eve, Mother's Day, and weddings.
Birria is a spicy Mexican meat stew usually made with pork, goat, lamb, or mutton, often served during festive periods, such as Christmas, New Year's Eve, Mother's Day, and weddings.
Black pudding
Black pudding, blood pudding or blood sausage is a type of sausage made by cooking blood or dried blood with a filler until it is thick enough to congeal when cooled.
Black pudding, blood pudding or blood sausage is a type of sausage made by cooking blood or dried blood with a filler until it is thick enough to congeal when cooled.
Bubu Lubu
Bubu Lubu is a candy from Mexico featuring a strawberry and marshmallow filling with a chocolate covering.
Bubu Lubu is a candy from Mexico featuring a strawberry and marshmallow filling with a chocolate covering.
Buñuelos
Buñuelos alternatively called bimuelos, birmuelos, bermuelos, burmuelos, bonuelos; bunyols, are a fried dough balls.
Buñuelos alternatively called bimuelos, birmuelos, bermuelos, burmuelos, bonuelos; bunyols, are a fried dough balls.
Cabeza
Cabeza, sometimes cabeça, is a Spanish word meaning "head".
Cabeza, sometimes cabeça, is a Spanish word meaning "head".
Caesar salad
A Caesar salad is a salad of romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and black pepper.
A Caesar salad is a salad of romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and black pepper.
Cahuamanta
Cahuamanta is a typical Mexican seafood dish made with Manta ray and shrimp.
Cahuamanta is a typical Mexican seafood dish made with Manta ray and shrimp.
Calabaza
Calabaza is a term that can be applied to a variety of gourds and melons grown throughout the world.
Calabaza is a term that can be applied to a variety of gourds and melons grown throughout the world.
Caldo de pollo
Caldo de pollo is a common Latin-American soup that consists of chicken and vegetables.
Caldo de pollo is a common Latin-American soup that consists of chicken and vegetables.
Caldo de siete mares
Caldo de siete mares (in English, "seven seas soup"), also known as caldo de mariscos ("seafood soup") is a Mexican version of fish stew, popular in coastal regions in Mexico.
Caldo de siete mares (in English, "seven seas soup"), also known as caldo de mariscos ("seafood soup") is a Mexican version of fish stew, popular in coastal regions in Mexico.
Capirotada
Capirotada (pronounced: kä-pē-rô-tä-thä) is a common Mexican bread pudding that is traditionally eaten during Lent.
Capirotada (pronounced: kä-pē-rô-tä-thä) is a common Mexican bread pudding that is traditionally eaten during Lent.
Carne Adovada
Carné Adovada (Marinated Meat) is pork saturated with special marinade called Adobo sauce.
Carné Adovada (Marinated Meat) is pork saturated with special marinade called Adobo sauce.
Carne asada
In Mexican cuisine, "Carne asada" (lit., "roasted meat") is an item that consists of thin beef steak.
In Mexican cuisine, "Carne asada" (lit., "roasted meat") is an item that consists of thin beef steak.
Carne de chango
Carne de chango (Spanish for "monkey meat") is a lime-marinated, smoke-cured cut of pork loin principally seen in the Catemaco region of the state of Veracruz in Mexico.
Carne de chango (Spanish for "monkey meat") is a lime-marinated, smoke-cured cut of pork loin principally seen in the Catemaco region of the state of Veracruz in Mexico.
Carne seca
Carne seca by meaning is dehydrated beef in Spanish and Portuguese, but the preparation methods and marinating recipes are very different from that of what is normally known in the United States...
Carne seca by meaning is dehydrated beef in Spanish and Portuguese, but the preparation methods and marinating recipes are very different from that of what is normally known in the United States...
Carnitas
Carnitas, literally "little meats", is a type of braised or roasted pork in Mexican cuisine.
Carnitas, literally "little meats", is a type of braised or roasted pork in Mexican cuisine.
Casa Dragones
Casa Dragones is a brand of limited edition Blue Agave Joven tequila produced in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.
Casa Dragones is a brand of limited edition Blue Agave Joven tequila produced in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico.
Casa Sanchez Foods
Casa Sanchez is a Mexican-style salsa and tortilla chip company based in San Francisco, California.
Casa Sanchez is a Mexican-style salsa and tortilla chip company based in San Francisco, California.
Cascabel chili
The cascabel chili (little bell), also known as the rattle chili, is one of the Mirasol cultivars of the species Capsicum annuum.
The cascabel chili (little bell), also known as the rattle chili, is one of the Mirasol cultivars of the species Capsicum annuum.
Ceviche
Ceviche (also spelled cebiche or seviche) is a seafood dish popular in the coastal regions of the Americas, especially Central and South America, and the Philippines.
Ceviche (also spelled cebiche or seviche) is a seafood dish popular in the coastal regions of the Americas, especially Central and South America, and the Philippines.
Chahuis
Chahuis or xamoes is the common name in Mexico for an edible insect, a beetle from the Coleoptera order, that feeds on the mesquite tree.
Chahuis or xamoes is the common name in Mexico for an edible insect, a beetle from the Coleoptera order, that feeds on the mesquite tree.
Chamoy
Chamoy refers to a variety of savory sauces and condiments in Mexican cuisine made from pickled fruit.
Chamoy refers to a variety of savory sauces and condiments in Mexican cuisine made from pickled fruit.
Chapulines
Chapulines, plural for chapulín, are grasshoppers of the genus Sphenarium, that are commonly eaten in certain areas of Mexico.
Chapulines, plural for chapulín, are grasshoppers of the genus Sphenarium, that are commonly eaten in certain areas of Mexico.
Chaya (plant)
Chaya, also known as Tree Spinach, often confused with Chenopodium giganteum is a large, fast growing leafy perennial shrub, native to the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
Chaya, also known as Tree Spinach, often confused with Chenopodium giganteum is a large, fast growing leafy perennial shrub, native to the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
Chicken feet
Chicken feet are a part of the chicken that is eaten in Mexican, Chinese, Korean, Trinidadian, Jamaican, South African, Peruvian, Dominican, Filipino and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Chicken feet are a part of the chicken that is eaten in Mexican, Chinese, Korean, Trinidadian, Jamaican, South African, Peruvian, Dominican, Filipino and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Chilaquiles
Chilaquiles are a traditional originally Spaniard dish which were then later considered a Mexican dish.
Chilaquiles are a traditional originally Spaniard dish which were then later considered a Mexican dish.
Chile relleno
The chile relleno, literally "stuffed chile," is a dish of Mexican cuisine that originated in the city of Puebla.
The chile relleno, literally "stuffed chile," is a dish of Mexican cuisine that originated in the city of Puebla.
Chili con carne
Chili con carne (chili with meat) or more commonly known as simply "chili" is a spicy stew containing chili peppers and meat.
Chili con carne (chili with meat) or more commonly known as simply "chili" is a spicy stew containing chili peppers and meat.
Chili con queso
Chile con queso (Spanish for "chile with cheese"), usually known simply as queso, is an appetizer or side dish of melted cheese and chile pepper typically served in Tex-Mex restaurants.
Chile con queso (Spanish for "chile with cheese"), usually known simply as queso, is an appetizer or side dish of melted cheese and chile pepper typically served in Tex-Mex restaurants.
Chilorio
Chilorio is a pork dish from the Mexican state of Sinaloa.
Chilorio is a pork dish from the Mexican state of Sinaloa.
Chorizo
Chorizo (; ; txorizo ; chourizo ; chouriço ; xoriço ) is a term encompassing several types of pork sausages originating from the Iberian Peninsula.
Chorizo (; ; txorizo ; chourizo ; chouriço ; xoriço ) is a term encompassing several types of pork sausages originating from the Iberian Peninsula.
Cnidoscolus aconitifolius
Chaya, also known as Tree Spinach, often confused with Chenopodium giganteum is a large, fast growing leafy perennial shrub, native to the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
Chaya, also known as Tree Spinach, often confused with Chenopodium giganteum is a large, fast growing leafy perennial shrub, native to the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
Cocadas
Cocadas are a typical coconut candy or cookie that is served in Mexico, Brazil, Chile and over much of Latin America.
Cocadas are a typical coconut candy or cookie that is served in Mexico, Brazil, Chile and over much of Latin America.
Cochinita pibil
Cochinita pibil (also puerco pibil) is a traditional Mexican slow-roasted pork dish from the Yucatán Península.
Cochinita pibil (also puerco pibil) is a traditional Mexican slow-roasted pork dish from the Yucatán Península.
Cocoa bean
Cocoa bean is the dried and fully fermented fatty seed of Theobroma cacao, from which cocoa solids and cocoa butter are extracted.
Cocoa bean is the dried and fully fermented fatty seed of Theobroma cacao, from which cocoa solids and cocoa butter are extracted.
Comal (cookware)
A comal is a smooth, flat griddle typically used in Latin America to cook tortillas, toast spices, sear meat, and generally prepare food.
A comal is a smooth, flat griddle typically used in Latin America to cook tortillas, toast spices, sear meat, and generally prepare food.
Corunda
Corunda is a Mexican food, similar to tamales, but wrapped in a long green corn plant leaf, and folded, making a triangular shape.
Corunda is a Mexican food, similar to tamales, but wrapped in a long green corn plant leaf, and folded, making a triangular shape.
Croquette
A croquette is a small breadcrumbed fried food roll containing, usually as main ingredients, mashed potatoes or béchamel, and/or ground meat, shellfish, fish, cheese, vegetables, and soaked whit...
A croquette is a small breadcrumbed fried food roll containing, usually as main ingredients, mashed potatoes or béchamel, and/or ground meat, shellfish, fish, cheese, vegetables, and soaked whit...
Curtido
Curtido is a type of cabbage relish, lightly fermented.
Curtido is a type of cabbage relish, lightly fermented.
Dahlia
Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia.
Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia.
DeLeón Tequila
DeLeón Tequila is a brand of the alcoholic beverage tequila.
DeLeón Tequila is a brand of the alcoholic beverage tequila.
Discada
Discada is a mixed meat dish popular in the northern Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, and Nuevo León.
Discada is a mixed meat dish popular in the northern Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, and Nuevo León.
Don Chow Tacos
Don Chow Tacos is a Chinese-Mexican fusion food truck based in Los Angeles, California.
Don Chow Tacos is a Chinese-Mexican fusion food truck based in Los Angeles, California.
Dried and salted cod
Dried and salted cod, often called salt cod or clipfish, is cod which has been preserved by drying after salting.
Dried and salted cod, often called salt cod or clipfish, is cod which has been preserved by drying after salting.
Drunken chicken
Drunken chicken is the name given to several different ways of preparing chicken using alcoholic beverages.
Drunken chicken is the name given to several different ways of preparing chicken using alcoholic beverages.
Duros (food)
Duros are a popular Mexican snack food made of puffed wheat, often flavored with chilli and lime.
Duros are a popular Mexican snack food made of puffed wheat, often flavored with chilli and lime.
Empalme (food)
An empalme is a form of sandwich that is typical in the Mexican state of Nuevo León.
An empalme is a form of sandwich that is typical in the Mexican state of Nuevo León.
Empanada
An empanada is a stuffed bread or pastry baked or fried in many countries in Western Europe, Latin America, and parts of Southeast Asia.
An empanada is a stuffed bread or pastry baked or fried in many countries in Western Europe, Latin America, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Enchilada
An enchilada is a corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with a chili pepper sauce.
An enchilada is a corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with a chili pepper sauce.
Entomatada
Entomatadas are a typical Mexican dish made of a folded corn tortilla which has first been fried in oil and then bathed in a tomato sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, onion, oregano, chile serran...
Entomatadas are a typical Mexican dish made of a folded corn tortilla which has first been fried in oil and then bathed in a tomato sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, onion, oregano, chile serran...
Escabeche
Escabeche is a typical Mediterranean cuisine which refers to both a dish of poached or fried fish (escabeche of chicken, rabbit or pork is common in Spain) that is marinated in an acidic mix...
Escabeche is a typical Mediterranean cuisine which refers to both a dish of poached or fried fish (escabeche of chicken, rabbit or pork is common in Spain) that is marinated in an acidic mix...
Escamol
Escamoles are the larvae of ants of the genus Liometopum, harvested from the roots of the agave or maguey plant in Mexico.
Escamoles are the larvae of ants of the genus Liometopum, harvested from the roots of the agave or maguey plant in Mexico.
Escuela de Gastronomía Mexicana
The Escuela de Gastronomía Mexicana (School of Mexican Gastronomy) is the only school dedicated to the research, promotion and development of high Mexican cuisine.
The Escuela de Gastronomía Mexicana (School of Mexican Gastronomy) is the only school dedicated to the research, promotion and development of high Mexican cuisine.
Flank steak
The flank steak, also known as bavette, is a beef steak cut from the abdominal muscles of the cow.
The flank steak, also known as bavette, is a beef steak cut from the abdominal muscles of the cow.
Frijoles charros
Frijoles charros (cowboy beans) is a traditional Mexican dish.
Frijoles charros (cowboy beans) is a traditional Mexican dish.
Frijoles negros
Frijoles negros (literally "black beans" in Spanish) is a nutritious dish made with black beans, prepared in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and several other nations in Latin America.
Frijoles negros (literally "black beans" in Spanish) is a nutritious dish made with black beans, prepared in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and several other nations in Latin America.
Frog legs
Frog legs are eaten in parts of the Southern United States, particularly South and Central Florida and Louisiana.
Frog legs are eaten in parts of the Southern United States, particularly South and Central Florida and Louisiana.
Ghorabiye
Ghorabiye, or Qurabiyə قرابیه Qurabiyə, غرّيبة, Kurabiye, κουραμπιές is an Iranian Azeri biscuit from the city of Tabriz, the provincial capital of the Iranian East Azerbaijan pro...
Ghorabiye, or Qurabiyə قرابیه Qurabiyə, غرّيبة, Kurabiye, κουραμπιές is an Iranian Azeri biscuit from the city of Tabriz, the provincial capital of the Iranian East Azerbaijan pro...
Gordita
A gordita in Mexican cuisine is a corn cake made with masa harina (cornmeal) and stuffed with cheese, meat or other fillings.
A gordita in Mexican cuisine is a corn cake made with masa harina (cornmeal) and stuffed with cheese, meat or other fillings.
Green sauce
Green sauce is the name of several different sauces containing mainly herbs, namely the Italian salsa verde, the French sauce verte, and the German Grüne Soße or Frankfurter Grie Soß.
Green sauce is the name of several different sauces containing mainly herbs, namely the Italian salsa verde, the French sauce verte, and the German Grüne Soße or Frankfurter Grie Soß.
Gringas
Gringas are a variety of tacos which uses as a base a quesadilla, consisting of a flour tortilla filled with cheese (quesadilla) and "Al Pastor" meat, topped with cheese.
Gringas are a variety of tacos which uses as a base a quesadilla, consisting of a flour tortilla filled with cheese (quesadilla) and "Al Pastor" meat, topped with cheese.
Guajillo chili
A guajillo chili (chile guajillo in Spanish) is a variety of chili pepper of the species Capsicum annuum, produced by drying the Mirasol Chile, and which is widely used in the cuis...
A guajillo chili (chile guajillo in Spanish) is a variety of chili pepper of the species Capsicum annuum, produced by drying the Mirasol Chile, and which is widely used in the cuis...
Guajolota
Guajolota is the name given to the traditional tamale torta in Mexico City, one tamale inside in a bolillo or telera, part of the typical food in the Mexico's capital life.
Guajolota is the name given to the traditional tamale torta in Mexico City, one tamale inside in a bolillo or telera, part of the typical food in the Mexico's capital life.
Güirila
A Güirila is a tortilla made from young white corn.
A Güirila is a tortilla made from young white corn.
Hallaca
In Venezuelan cuisine, an hallaca typically involves a mixture of beef, pork, chicken, capers, raisins, and olives wrapped in maize, bound with string within plantain leaves, and boiled or s...
In Venezuelan cuisine, an hallaca typically involves a mixture of beef, pork, chicken, capers, raisins, and olives wrapped in maize, bound with string within plantain leaves, and boiled or s...
Hibiscus tea
Hibiscus tea is the infusion made from crimson or deep magenta-coloured calyces of the Hibiscus sabdariffa flower, an herbal tea drink consumed both hot and cold by people around the world.
Hibiscus tea is the infusion made from crimson or deep magenta-coloured calyces of the Hibiscus sabdariffa flower, an herbal tea drink consumed both hot and cold by people around the world.
Hoja santa
Hoja santa (Piper auritum) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf which grows in tropic Mesoamerica.
Hoja santa (Piper auritum) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf which grows in tropic Mesoamerica.
Hominy
Hominy is dried maize kernels which have been treated with an alkali in a process called nixtamalization.
Hominy is dried maize kernels which have been treated with an alkali in a process called nixtamalization.
Huarache (food)
Huarache is a popular Mexican dish consisting of an oblong, fried masa base, with a variety of toppings.
Huarache is a popular Mexican dish consisting of an oblong, fried masa base, with a variety of toppings.
Huauzontle
Huauzontle, Chenopodium nuttalliae, is a Mexican vegetable related to the common American weed goosefoot, that vaguely resembles broccoli although the stems are much thinner and suppor...
Huauzontle, Chenopodium nuttalliae, is a Mexican vegetable related to the common American weed goosefoot, that vaguely resembles broccoli although the stems are much thinner and suppor...
Huevos divorciados
Huevos divorciados, or "divorced eggs," is a Mexican breakfast featuring two fried eggs separated by a column of chilaquiles (although sometimes, refried beans with tortilla chips are substituted).
Huevos divorciados, or "divorced eggs," is a Mexican breakfast featuring two fried eggs separated by a column of chilaquiles (although sometimes, refried beans with tortilla chips are substituted).
Huevos rancheros
Huevos rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast dish popular throughout much of the Americas consisting of fish eyeballs served in the style of the traditional large mid-morning fare on poor farms.
Huevos rancheros is a classic Mexican breakfast dish popular throughout much of the Americas consisting of fish eyeballs served in the style of the traditional large mid-morning fare on poor farms.
Humita
Humita is a Native American dish from pre-Hispanic times, and a traditional food in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Peru.
Humita is a Native American dish from pre-Hispanic times, and a traditional food in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Peru.
Hypopta agavis
Hypopta agavis, whose larvae are known in Spanish as chilocuil, chinicuil, or tecol, is a moth native to North America.
Hypopta agavis, whose larvae are known in Spanish as chilocuil, chinicuil, or tecol, is a moth native to North America.
Ibarra (chocolate)
Ibarra is a brand of Mexican chocolate para mesa (English: "table chocolate") produced by the company Chocolatera de Jalisco of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Ibarra is a brand of Mexican chocolate para mesa (English: "table chocolate") produced by the company Chocolatera de Jalisco of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Iguana meat
Iguana meat has until recently been in important in the culinary traditions of Mexico; particularly in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán and Colima.
Iguana meat has until recently been in important in the culinary traditions of Mexico; particularly in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán and Colima.
Jumiles
Jumiles are small stink bugs of the species Atizies taxcoensis native to the Taxco region of the state of Guerrero in Mexico.
Jumiles are small stink bugs of the species Atizies taxcoensis native to the Taxco region of the state of Guerrero in Mexico.
Kogi Korean BBQ
Kogi Korean BBQ is a fleet of five fusion food trucks in Los Angeles famous both for their combination of Korean with Mexican food and also for their reliance on Internet technology, especially ...
Kogi Korean BBQ is a fleet of five fusion food trucks in Los Angeles famous both for their combination of Korean with Mexican food and also for their reliance on Internet technology, especially ...
Lippia graveolens
Lippia graveolens is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, Verbenaceae, that is native to the southwestern United States (Texas and southern New Mexico), Mexico, and Central Am...
Lippia graveolens is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, Verbenaceae, that is native to the southwestern United States (Texas and southern New Mexico), Mexico, and Central Am...
Longaniza
Longaniza is a Spanish sausage similar to a chorizo and also closely associated with the Portuguese linguiça.
Longaniza is a Spanish sausage similar to a chorizo and also closely associated with the Portuguese linguiça.
Machaca
Machaca is a dish prepared originally most commonly from dried, spiced beef or pork, then rehydrated and pounded to make it tender.
Machaca is a dish prepared originally most commonly from dried, spiced beef or pork, then rehydrated and pounded to make it tender.
Machaca con huevo
Machaca con huevo is a dish which consists of shredded dry beef that is scrambled with eggs.
Machaca con huevo is a dish which consists of shredded dry beef that is scrambled with eggs.
Machacado con huevo
Machacado con huevo is a dish which consists of shredded dry beef that is scrambled with eggs.
Machacado con huevo is a dish which consists of shredded dry beef that is scrambled with eggs.
Maguey worm
A maguey worm (Aegiale hesperiaris) (gusano del maguey, chinicuil) is one of two varieties of edible caterpillars that infest maguey and Agave tequilana plants.
A maguey worm (Aegiale hesperiaris) (gusano del maguey, chinicuil) is one of two varieties of edible caterpillars that infest maguey and Agave tequilana plants.
Mancha manteles
Mancha manteles (literally, "tablecloth stain") in Mexican cuisine, is a stew of assorted meat, chillies, vegetables, and fruits.
Mancha manteles (literally, "tablecloth stain") in Mexican cuisine, is a stew of assorted meat, chillies, vegetables, and fruits.
Manjar blanco
Manjar blanco is a term used to refer to a variety of delicacies in the Spanish-speaking world.
Manjar blanco is a term used to refer to a variety of delicacies in the Spanish-speaking world.
Memela
Memelas are fried or toasted cakes made of masa topped with different fresh ingredients eaten as antojitos or snacks in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico which has its origins in Prehispanic food.
Memelas are fried or toasted cakes made of masa topped with different fresh ingredients eaten as antojitos or snacks in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico which has its origins in Prehispanic food.
Menudo (soup)
The soup Menudo is a traditional Mexican dish, made with beef stomach in a clear broth or with a red chili base (this variation is called menudo colorado).
The soup Menudo is a traditional Mexican dish, made with beef stomach in a clear broth or with a red chili base (this variation is called menudo colorado).
Mexican cuisine
Mexican cuisine, a style of food that originates in Mexico, is known for its varied flavors, colourful decoration and variety of spices and ingredients, most of which are native to the country.
Mexican cuisine, a style of food that originates in Mexico, is known for its varied flavors, colourful decoration and variety of spices and ingredients, most of which are native to the country.
Mexican pizza
Mexican pizza is a pizza made with ingredients typical of Mexican cuisine.
Mexican pizza is a pizza made with ingredients typical of Mexican cuisine.
Mexican tea culture
Mexican tea culture is known for its traditional herbal teas which are reputed to have medicinal properties.
Mexican tea culture is known for its traditional herbal teas which are reputed to have medicinal properties.
Mezcal worm
A mezcal worm is an insect larva found in some types of mezcal produced in Oaxaca, Mexico.
A mezcal worm is an insect larva found in some types of mezcal produced in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Michelada
Michelada is a Mexican cerveza preparada made with beer, lime juice, tomato juice, and assorted sauces, spices, and peppers can be added for a Chelada.
Michelada is a Mexican cerveza preparada made with beer, lime juice, tomato juice, and assorted sauces, spices, and peppers can be added for a Chelada.
Migas
Migas is the name used for a dish in Spanish and Portuguese cuisine and a significantly different dish in Tex-Mex cuisine.
Migas is the name used for a dish in Spanish and Portuguese cuisine and a significantly different dish in Tex-Mex cuisine.
Milanesa
The milanesa is a common meat dish, mostly found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela, as well as in Italy and other American co...
The milanesa is a common meat dish, mostly found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela, as well as in Italy and other American co...
Mixiote
A mixiote is a traditional pit-barbecued meat dish in central Mexico; especially in the Basin of Mexico.
A mixiote is a traditional pit-barbecued meat dish in central Mexico; especially in the Basin of Mexico.
Molcajete
A molcajete (Mexican Spanish, from Nahuatl mulcazitl) is a stone tool, the traditional Mexican version of the mortar and pestle tool, similar to the South American batan (stone) used for gri...
A molcajete (Mexican Spanish, from Nahuatl mulcazitl) is a stone tool, the traditional Mexican version of the mortar and pestle tool, similar to the South American batan (stone) used for gri...
Mole (sauce)
Mole (Mexican Spanish, from Nahuatl mōlli, "sauce") is the generic name for a number of sauces used in Mexican cuisine, as well as for dishes based on these sauces.
Mole (Mexican Spanish, from Nahuatl mōlli, "sauce") is the generic name for a number of sauces used in Mexican cuisine, as well as for dishes based on these sauces.
Moronga
Moronga, rellena, or morcilla is a sausage made of pig's blood.
Moronga, rellena, or morcilla is a sausage made of pig's blood.
Mulato pepper
The mulato pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a mild to medium chile pepper, closely related to the poblano (ancho), and usually sold dried.
The mulato pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a mild to medium chile pepper, closely related to the poblano (ancho), and usually sold dried.
Nachos
Nachos are a popular food based on nixtamalized corn, of Mexican origin associated with Tex-Mex cuisine that can be either made quickly to serve as a snack or prepared with more ingredients to m...
Nachos are a popular food based on nixtamalized corn, of Mexican origin associated with Tex-Mex cuisine that can be either made quickly to serve as a snack or prepared with more ingredients to m...
Nixtamalization
Nixtamalization typically refers to a process for the preparation of maize (corn), or other grain, in which the grain is soaked and cooked in an alkaline solution, usually limewater, and hulled.
Nixtamalization typically refers to a process for the preparation of maize (corn), or other grain, in which the grain is soaked and cooked in an alkaline solution, usually limewater, and hulled.
Nopal
Nopales are a vegetable made from the young cladode segments of prickly pear, carefully peeled to remove the spines.
Nopales are a vegetable made from the young cladode segments of prickly pear, carefully peeled to remove the spines.
Offal
Offal, also called, especially in the United States, variety meats or organ meats, refers to the internal organs and entrails of a butchered animal.
Offal, also called, especially in the United States, variety meats or organ meats, refers to the internal organs and entrails of a butchered animal.
Paleta
A paleta is a Latin American ice pop usually made from fresh fruit.
A paleta is a Latin American ice pop usually made from fresh fruit.
Panela
Panela is unrefined whole cane sugar, typical in Central and Latin America, which is basically a solid piece of sucrose and fructose obtained from the boiling and evaporation of sugarcane juice.
Panela is unrefined whole cane sugar, typical in Central and Latin America, which is basically a solid piece of sucrose and fructose obtained from the boiling and evaporation of sugarcane juice.
Panocha
Panocha, in New Mexico and southern Colorado, means a pudding made from ground sprouted wheat and piloncillo.
Panocha, in New Mexico and southern Colorado, means a pudding made from ground sprouted wheat and piloncillo.
Papadzules
Papadzules is a traditional dish from the Yucatan Peninsula resembling enchiladas.
Papadzules is a traditional dish from the Yucatan Peninsula resembling enchiladas.
Paste (food)
A Paste is a small pastry produced in the state of Hidalgo in central Mexico and available in the surrounding area.
A Paste is a small pastry produced in the state of Hidalgo in central Mexico and available in the surrounding area.
Pejelagarto
Pejelagarto is the Spanish name for the large freshwater gar very common in the Mexican Southeast and particularly in the state of Tabasco.
Pejelagarto is the Spanish name for the large freshwater gar very common in the Mexican Southeast and particularly in the state of Tabasco.
Pepita
Pepita is a Spanish culinary term for the pumpkin seed, the edible seed of a pumpkin or other cultivar of squash.
Pepita is a Spanish culinary term for the pumpkin seed, the edible seed of a pumpkin or other cultivar of squash.
Pepper jack cheese
Pepper jack cheese is a derivative of Monterey Jack that includes spicy hot peppers for flavor.
Pepper jack cheese is a derivative of Monterey Jack that includes spicy hot peppers for flavor.
Picadillo
Picadillo is a traditional dish in many Latin American countries and the Philippines that is similar to hash.
Picadillo is a traditional dish in many Latin American countries and the Philippines that is similar to hash.
Piki
Piki is a thin dry rolled bread made by the Hopi with nixtamalized corn meal, obtaining its dark grayish-blue color and unique flavor due to the use of blue corn and culinary ash.
Piki is a thin dry rolled bread made by the Hopi with nixtamalized corn meal, obtaining its dark grayish-blue color and unique flavor due to the use of blue corn and culinary ash.
Pinole (staple)
Pinole is an Spanish translation of an Aztec word for a coarse flour made from ground toasted maize kernels, often in a mixture with a variety of herbs and ground seeds, which can be eaten by i...
Pinole is an Spanish translation of an Aztec word for a coarse flour made from ground toasted maize kernels, often in a mixture with a variety of herbs and ground seeds, which can be eaten by i...
Piper auritum
Hoja santa (Piper auritum) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf which grows in tropic Mesoamerica.
Hoja santa (Piper auritum) is an aromatic herb with a heart-shaped, velvety leaf which grows in tropic Mesoamerica.
Pollo motuleños
Pollo motuleño is a dish that originated in the town of Motul, Yucatán.
Pollo motuleño is a dish that originated in the town of Motul, Yucatán.
Polvorón
A polvorón (From polvo, the Spanish word for dust; Cebuano: polboron; Tagalog: pulburon) is a type of heavy, soft and very crumbly Spanish shortbread produced mostly in Andalusia.
A polvorón (From polvo, the Spanish word for dust; Cebuano: polboron; Tagalog: pulburon) is a type of heavy, soft and very crumbly Spanish shortbread produced mostly in Andalusia.
Pozol
Pozol is a name for both the fermented corn dough and the drink made from it, which has its origins in Pre-Columbian Mexico.
Pozol is a name for both the fermented corn dough and the drink made from it, which has its origins in Pre-Columbian Mexico.
Pulque
Pulque, or octli, is a milk-colored, somewhat viscous alcoholic beverage made from the fermented sap of the maguey plant, and is a traditional native beverage of central Mexico.
Pulque, or octli, is a milk-colored, somewhat viscous alcoholic beverage made from the fermented sap of the maguey plant, and is a traditional native beverage of central Mexico.
Quesadilla
A quesadilla is a flour or corn tortilla filled with a savoury mixture containing cheese and other ingredients, then folded in half to form a half-moon shape.
A quesadilla is a flour or corn tortilla filled with a savoury mixture containing cheese and other ingredients, then folded in half to form a half-moon shape.
Quesadilla (Mexican Cuisine)
A quesadilla is a flour or corn tortilla filled with a savoury mixture containing cheese and other ingredients, then folded in half to form a half-moon shape.
A quesadilla is a flour or corn tortilla filled with a savoury mixture containing cheese and other ingredients, then folded in half to form a half-moon shape.
Queso Chihuahua
Queso Chihuahua or Chihuahua cheese is a soft white cow's-milk cheese of Mexican origin available in braids, balls or rounds.
Queso Chihuahua or Chihuahua cheese is a soft white cow's-milk cheese of Mexican origin available in braids, balls or rounds.
Queso flameado
Queso flameado (Spanish for "flamed cheese"; also queso fundido, "melted cheese") is a dish of hot melted cheese and spicy chorizo that is often served flambé.
Queso flameado (Spanish for "flamed cheese"; also queso fundido, "melted cheese") is a dish of hot melted cheese and spicy chorizo that is often served flambé.
Queso Panela
Queso Panela, also called queso canasta or queso de la canasta because it carries the impression of the basket in which it molds itself, is a white, fresh and smooth cheese of pasteu...
Queso Panela, also called queso canasta or queso de la canasta because it carries the impression of the basket in which it molds itself, is a white, fresh and smooth cheese of pasteu...
Queso panela
Queso panela, also called queso canasta or queso de la canasta because it carries the impression of the basket in which it is molded, is a white, fresh and smooth cheese of pasteuriz...
Queso panela, also called queso canasta or queso de la canasta because it carries the impression of the basket in which it is molded, is a white, fresh and smooth cheese of pasteuriz...
Qurabiya
Qurabiya, قورابیه Qurabiyə, غرّيبة, Kurabiye, κουραμπιές is a shortbread-type biscuit usually made with ground almonds.
Qurabiya, قورابیه Qurabiyə, غرّيبة, Kurabiye, κουραμπιές is a shortbread-type biscuit usually made with ground almonds.
Rajas con crema
Rajas con crema is the name given to a Mexican dish consisting of sliced Poblano pepper with cream (the name literally means "slices with cream" in Spanish).
Rajas con crema is the name given to a Mexican dish consisting of sliced Poblano pepper with cream (the name literally means "slices with cream" in Spanish).
Refried beans
Refried beans (Spanish: frijoles refritos) is a dish of cooked and mashed beans and is a traditional staple of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, although each cuisine has a different approach whe...
Refried beans (Spanish: frijoles refritos) is a dish of cooked and mashed beans and is a traditional staple of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, although each cuisine has a different approach whe...
Rice and beans
Rice and beans is a very popular dish in Latin America, the Caribbean, and in communities of Latino, Caribbean or Sephardic people elsewhere.
Rice and beans is a very popular dish in Latin America, the Caribbean, and in communities of Latino, Caribbean or Sephardic people elsewhere.
Rice pudding
Rice pudding is a dish made from rice mixed with water or milk and sometimes other ingredients such as cinnamon and raisins.
Rice pudding is a dish made from rice mixed with water or milk and sometimes other ingredients such as cinnamon and raisins.
Romeritos
Romeritos is a Mexican dish from Mexico City, consisting of sprigs of a wild plant known as Romerito that looks like rosemary.
Romeritos is a Mexican dish from Mexico City, consisting of sprigs of a wild plant known as Romerito that looks like rosemary.
Rosca
Rosca (ring or bagel) is a Spanish and Portuguese bread dish eaten in Mexico, South America, and other areas.
Rosca (ring or bagel) is a Spanish and Portuguese bread dish eaten in Mexico, South America, and other areas.
Ruiz Foods
Ruiz Foods is an American food production and service company based in Dinuba, California founded in 1964.
Ruiz Foods is an American food production and service company based in Dinuba, California founded in 1964.
Saladitos
Saladitos are dried, salted plums, which can also be sweetened with sugar and anise or coated in chile and lime.
Saladitos are dried, salted plums, which can also be sweetened with sugar and anise or coated in chile and lime.
Salpicon
Salpicon is a term in French cuisine applied to a preparation consisting of one or more ingredients, diced or minced, and bound with a sauce.
Salpicon is a term in French cuisine applied to a preparation consisting of one or more ingredients, diced or minced, and bound with a sauce.
San Francisco burrito
San Francisco burrito is a type of burrito, originally a Mexican-American food, that originated in San Francisco, California.
San Francisco burrito is a type of burrito, originally a Mexican-American food, that originated in San Francisco, California.
Santa Maria Style BBQ
Santa Maria Style Barbecue is a regional culinary tradition rooted in the Santa Maria Valley in Santa Barbara County on the Central Coast of California.
Santa Maria Style Barbecue is a regional culinary tradition rooted in the Santa Maria Valley in Santa Barbara County on the Central Coast of California.
Serrano pepper
The serrano pepper is a type of chili pepper that originated in the mountainous regions of the Mexican states of Puebla and Hidalgo.
The serrano pepper is a type of chili pepper that originated in the mountainous regions of the Mexican states of Puebla and Hidalgo.
Seven layer dip
Seven layer dip is the name of an American appetizer based on common ingredients in Tex-Mex cuisine.
Seven layer dip is the name of an American appetizer based on common ingredients in Tex-Mex cuisine.
Spanish rice
Mexican rice, occasionally known in US as Spanish rice, is a side dish made from white rice, tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley, cilantro (coriander) and other ingredients.
Mexican rice, occasionally known in US as Spanish rice, is a side dish made from white rice, tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley, cilantro (coriander) and other ingredients.
Stuffed peppers
Stuffed peppers is a dish which exists in different names and forms around the world.
Stuffed peppers is a dish which exists in different names and forms around the world.
Taco
A taco is a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling.
A taco is a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling.
Taco soup
Taco soup is a type of soup usually consisting of similar ingredients to those used inside a taco: ground beef, tomatoes, chopped green chilis, olives, onions, corn, beans, a packet of taco seas...
Taco soup is a type of soup usually consisting of similar ingredients to those used inside a taco: ground beef, tomatoes, chopped green chilis, olives, onions, corn, beans, a packet of taco seas...
Tajín (seasoning)
TAJÍN is a Mexican company that produces several varieties of seasoning, most consisting primarily of chile peppers, lime, and salt.
TAJÍN is a Mexican company that produces several varieties of seasoning, most consisting primarily of chile peppers, lime, and salt.
Taquito
Taquito or flauta is a Mexican food dish consisting of a small rolled-up tortilla and some type of filling, usually beef or chicken.
Taquito or flauta is a Mexican food dish consisting of a small rolled-up tortilla and some type of filling, usually beef or chicken.
Tascalate
Tascalate is a special chocolate drink made from a mixture of chocolate, ground pine nuts, achiote, vanilla and sugar, very common in the Mexican state of Chiapas.
Tascalate is a special chocolate drink made from a mixture of chocolate, ground pine nuts, achiote, vanilla and sugar, very common in the Mexican state of Chiapas.
Tejate
Tejate is a maize and cacao beverage traditionally made in Oaxaca, Mexico, originating from pre-Hispanic times.
Tejate is a maize and cacao beverage traditionally made in Oaxaca, Mexico, originating from pre-Hispanic times.
Tesguino
Tesgüino is a corn beer made by the Tarahumara Indians of Sierra Madre in Mexico.
Tesgüino is a corn beer made by the Tarahumara Indians of Sierra Madre in Mexico.
Tesgüino
Tesgüino is a corn beer made by the Tarahumara Indians of Sierra Madre in Mexico.
Tesgüino is a corn beer made by the Tarahumara Indians of Sierra Madre in Mexico.
Tex-Mex
"Tex-Mex" is a term describing a regional American cuisine that blends food products available in the United States and the culinary creations of Mexican-Americans influenced by Mexican cuisine.
"Tex-Mex" is a term describing a regional American cuisine that blends food products available in the United States and the culinary creations of Mexican-Americans influenced by Mexican cuisine.
Tlayuda
Tlayuda, sometimes erroneously spelled Clayuda, is a handmade dish part of traditional Mexican cuisine, consisting of a large and thin crunchy partially fried or toasted tortilla covered ...
Tlayuda, sometimes erroneously spelled Clayuda, is a handmade dish part of traditional Mexican cuisine, consisting of a large and thin crunchy partially fried or toasted tortilla covered ...
Topote
Topotes are a local dish of Catemaco, Veracruz, Mexico made from Threadfin Shad Dorosoma petenense.
Topotes are a local dish of Catemaco, Veracruz, Mexico made from Threadfin Shad Dorosoma petenense.
Torta
Torta is a Spanish word with a huge array of culinary meanings depending from the area and period of history in question.
Torta is a Spanish word with a huge array of culinary meanings depending from the area and period of history in question.
Torta ahogada
A torta ahogada (, drowned sandwich) is a typical dish from the Mexican state of Jalisco, particularly in the city of Guadalajara.
A torta ahogada (, drowned sandwich) is a typical dish from the Mexican state of Jalisco, particularly in the city of Guadalajara.
Tortilla
Tortilla means "little torta" or "little cake" in Spanish; the Spanish word applies to several different foods eaten in various Spanish-speaking countries.
Tortilla means "little torta" or "little cake" in Spanish; the Spanish word applies to several different foods eaten in various Spanish-speaking countries.
Tortilla chip
A tortilla chip is a snack food made from corn tortillas, which are cut into wedges and then fried (alternatively they may be discs pressed out of corn masa then fried or baked).
A tortilla chip is a snack food made from corn tortillas, which are cut into wedges and then fried (alternatively they may be discs pressed out of corn masa then fried or baked).
Tortilla de rescoldo
Tortilla de rescoldo is a traditional Chilean unleavened bread prepared by rural travellers.
Tortilla de rescoldo is a traditional Chilean unleavened bread prepared by rural travellers.
Tripas
Tripas, also known as Machitos, in Mexican cuisine are the small intestines of farm animals that have been cleaned, boiled and grilled.
Tripas, also known as Machitos, in Mexican cuisine are the small intestines of farm animals that have been cleaned, boiled and grilled.
Vanilla
Vanilla is a flavoring derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla, primarily from the Mexican species, Flat-leaved Vanilla.
Vanilla is a flavoring derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla, primarily from the Mexican species, Flat-leaved Vanilla.
Vitrolero
A Vitrolero is a large, cylindrical shaped, clear container usually made of glass that holds beverages, typically aguas frescas.
A Vitrolero is a large, cylindrical shaped, clear container usually made of glass that holds beverages, typically aguas frescas.