Mexican street food Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:00:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Would You Try Mexico’s Strangest Street Foods? https://thedancingcucumber.com/would-you-try-mexicos-strangest-street-foods/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 12:50:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5067 Mexico is one of the best countries on Earth for foodies. This country, straddling both North America and Latin America, has a mix of indigenous and European traditions using local ingredients that make all kinds of delicious dishes—sometimes seeming strange to those from elsewhere. Street food features these same characteristics, occasionally seeming like strange options […]

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]]> Mexico is one of the best countries on Earth for foodies. This country, straddling both North America and Latin America, has a mix of indigenous and European traditions using local ingredients that make all kinds of delicious dishes—sometimes seeming strange to those from elsewhere.

Street food features these same characteristics, occasionally seeming like strange options to outsiders even though they’re delicious! Here are three that you should try, even if they’re weird!

Chapulines

Chapulines are grasshoppers that have been toasted after being seasoned with garlic, lime juice, salt, and chili pepper. They’re a crunchy snack that is high in protein and surprisingly delicious!

Escamoles

The strangest thing on this list might be escamoles, which are sometimes known as “Mexican caviar.” This strange treat is made with the larvae and pupae of a Mexican species of ants, which are often cooked in butter!

Huitlacoche

Have you ever tried corn smut before? This fungus—which affects the plant that is grown and used as a staple food in Mexico—is taken advantage of and used in quesadillas, nachos, and tacos, taking advantage of its rich, nutty flavor!

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]]> 3 Underrated Taco Varieties You Must Try https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-underrated-taco-varieties-you-must-try/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 05:07:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4928 The most beloved food originating from Mexico has to be the beloved taco. Starting out as a simple food eaten by families all around the territory, this classic dish has become popular throughout the world. Most of us are familiar with the classic taco fillings, but have you ventured out and tried ones that might […]

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]]> The most beloved food originating from Mexico has to be the beloved taco. Starting out as a simple food eaten by families all around the territory, this classic dish has become popular throughout the world.

Most of us are familiar with the classic taco fillings, but have you ventured out and tried ones that might not be so easy to find? Check out these three underrated authentic Mexican tacos!

Birria

Birria is a delicious Mexican meat dish that originated in the state of Jalisco. Consisting of a slow-cooked stew containing vinegar and chiles, made traditionally with goat meat (but sometimes with beef), the meat is then shredded and served in tacos. Doesn’t that sound delicious?

Lechon

A young pig is known as a “lechon” in Spanish, and their meat is often slow-roasted and prepared to make a succulent and juicy meat treat in Mexico, especially in the southern regions of the country. Shredding this meat and its skin and putting it in a taco is one of the traditional ways to enjoy it.

Lengua

Lengua tacos are only for the adventurous, as they are made with slow-braised beef tongue, which is unbelievably flavorful and tender. After the initial shock wears off, you’ll realize just how tasty these tacos are when served with onions and salsa verde.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Mexican street food Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:00:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Would You Try Mexico’s Strangest Street Foods? https://thedancingcucumber.com/would-you-try-mexicos-strangest-street-foods/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 12:50:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5067 Mexico is one of the best countries on Earth for foodies. This country, straddling both North America and Latin America, has a mix of indigenous and European traditions using local ingredients that make all kinds of delicious dishes—sometimes seeming strange to those from elsewhere. Street food features these same characteristics, occasionally seeming like strange options […]

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]]> Mexico is one of the best countries on Earth for foodies. This country, straddling both North America and Latin America, has a mix of indigenous and European traditions using local ingredients that make all kinds of delicious dishes—sometimes seeming strange to those from elsewhere.

Street food features these same characteristics, occasionally seeming like strange options to outsiders even though they’re delicious! Here are three that you should try, even if they’re weird!

Chapulines

Chapulines are grasshoppers that have been toasted after being seasoned with garlic, lime juice, salt, and chili pepper. They’re a crunchy snack that is high in protein and surprisingly delicious!

Escamoles

The strangest thing on this list might be escamoles, which are sometimes known as “Mexican caviar.” This strange treat is made with the larvae and pupae of a Mexican species of ants, which are often cooked in butter!

Huitlacoche

Have you ever tried corn smut before? This fungus—which affects the plant that is grown and used as a staple food in Mexico—is taken advantage of and used in quesadillas, nachos, and tacos, taking advantage of its rich, nutty flavor!

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]]> 3 Underrated Taco Varieties You Must Try https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-underrated-taco-varieties-you-must-try/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 05:07:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4928 The most beloved food originating from Mexico has to be the beloved taco. Starting out as a simple food eaten by families all around the territory, this classic dish has become popular throughout the world. Most of us are familiar with the classic taco fillings, but have you ventured out and tried ones that might […]

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]]> The most beloved food originating from Mexico has to be the beloved taco. Starting out as a simple food eaten by families all around the territory, this classic dish has become popular throughout the world.

Most of us are familiar with the classic taco fillings, but have you ventured out and tried ones that might not be so easy to find? Check out these three underrated authentic Mexican tacos!

Birria

Birria is a delicious Mexican meat dish that originated in the state of Jalisco. Consisting of a slow-cooked stew containing vinegar and chiles, made traditionally with goat meat (but sometimes with beef), the meat is then shredded and served in tacos. Doesn’t that sound delicious?

Lechon

A young pig is known as a “lechon” in Spanish, and their meat is often slow-roasted and prepared to make a succulent and juicy meat treat in Mexico, especially in the southern regions of the country. Shredding this meat and its skin and putting it in a taco is one of the traditional ways to enjoy it.

Lengua

Lengua tacos are only for the adventurous, as they are made with slow-braised beef tongue, which is unbelievably flavorful and tender. After the initial shock wears off, you’ll realize just how tasty these tacos are when served with onions and salsa verde.

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