When you come to Mexico, one of the things you cant miss is the Mexican Food. From sweet desserts to strong chili full meals, this cousine is one of the most interesting in the world.
Corn is one the basis of the Mexican diet. It can be found in almost every meal, usually in the form of the tortilla (flatbread). Corn can also be boiled to produce pozole , a hearty corn stew.
Fruits and vegetables are tomatoes, tomatillos (green tomatoes), squash, sweet potato, avocado, mango, pineapple, papaya, and nopales (from the prickly pear cactus). Though beef is consumed, chicken and pork are more common. The variety of chilies includes the widely known jalapeño, as well as the poblano , serrano , and chipotle.
Chilies give Mexican cooking a distinctive flavor, which is often enhanced with herbs, such as cilantro and thyme, and spices, including cumin, cinnamon, and cloves. Cheese and eggs round out the diet. Seafood is most common in coastal dishes.
Mexican cuisine is a blend of indigenous (Indian) and Spanish influences.
Most of the food continue to be more native foods, such as corn, beans, and peppers. Such foods are cheap and widely available. Bread and pastries are sold, but the tortilla, is homemade or bought daily at the local tortillería (tortilla stand). This is the basis of the typical meal. Flour tortillas are also eaten, especially in northern Mexico, but the corn variety is most popular.
You can learn more at our tour Yum Cooking Mexican School
