Mexico

Sopa Azteca is a Mexican soup made of tortillas soaked in a spiced tomato-based broth. This dish is traditionally prepared by simmering corn tortillas in broth until they softened, and is flavored with chili peppers and other local herbs and spices. Sopa Azteca is commonly served during celebratory occasions, family gatherings, and also as a …

Caldo De Siete Mares is a Mexican fish stew known for its inclusion of many kinds of seafood including white fish, octopus, shrimp, clams, crab, scallops and oysters. It is made with a thin, clear broth seasoned with guajillo sauce and topped with salt and lime. This dish is great to make for large groups …

Chapulines are a Mexican snack of deep-fried grasshoppers, made by deep-frying grasshoppers in oil until they are crispy and crunchy. The dish is typically seasoned with spices such as chili powder, garlic, and salt, which give the grasshoppers a savory and spicy flavor.  Grasshoppers are a common food in many cultures around the world, and …

Tacos de papa, also known as potato tacos, is a popular Mexican dish of tacos filled with potatoes, lettuce, cheese and salsa. Tacos de papa are typically made by mashing cooked potatoes and mixing them with spices commonly found in Mexican dishes, such as cumin, paprika, and chili powder. This dish is believed to have …

Torta de tamal is a Mexican sandwich consisting of a tamale eaten inside of a bolillo roll. The kind of tamale included in the dish can vary, but some flavors such as pollo con salsa verde (chicken with green peppers) or pork and red mole are the most popular. This dish is commonly eaten as …

Tacos de Pescado, also known as fish tacos, are a popular dish in Mexico, particularly in coastal regions where fresh seafood is abundant. The dish consists of a crispy fried fish filet wrapped in a soft corn tortilla and topped with various fresh toppings and sauces. Origin & Cultural Significance Tacos de Pescado originated in …

Tostadas are a popular Mexican dish made from fried tortillas, ground beef, beans and vegetables. Originating as a clever way to use up leftovers, there are many variations of tostadas recipes that can easily be made according to preference and ingredients on hand. It is often served as an afternoon snack or an appetizer.  The …

Pan de dulce, also known as pan dulce or conchas, is a Mexican sweet bread that typically has a crunchy topping. The bread looks similar to seashells and is usually eaten either for breakfast or for dinner. This inexpensive dish is generally accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate or milk. This Mexican delicacy has …

Puchero is a kind of Spanish-originating stew consisting of a wide range of vegetables, the exact ingredients of which vary by region. The dish is also very popular in Yucatán, Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, the Philippines, and the independent communities of Andalusia and the Canary Islands. Puchero is basically similar to the Spanish cocido but …

Tortillas de Maiz are a Mexican flatbread made from corn. Nixtamalized corn flour, salt and water are mixed into a pasty, soft dough. The dough is rolled into balls then each ball is pressed into a thin, flat disc using a tortilla press or rolled out using a rolling pin. The raw tortillas are cooked …

Torrejas are a traditional dessert eaten in Latin American countries such as Spain, El Salvador and Mexico, made from bread which is dipped in eggs before being fried and soaked in a sweet syrup.  Bolillo rolls are the preferred type of bread to use for torrejas as they are thick and crusty, so can withstand …

Pepito is a traditional Spanish sandwich made using beef, pork or chicken. It is also widely consumed throughout Latin America, in particular Venezuela where it is a popular street food and Mexico. Additional primary ingredients used to prepare this sandwich include refried beans, black beans or pinto beans. The bread can be a soft roll, …

Cemita Poblana is an overstuffed sandwich filled with meat, avocados, oaxaca cheese and papalo. Other fillings include onions and peppers. A cemita is a large Mexican bread roll made with eggs and topped with sesame seeds. The most common meats used are beef and chicken but veal and pork are also used. The meat is …

Ensalada de pollo is a creamy chicken salad from Mexico, a popular, hearty dish to serve at parties and holidays. This salad is made with chicken, combined with chopped up vegetables and lettuce, coated with a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing. Origin & Cultural Significance Ensalada de pollo is served at parties and large gatherings across Mexico, …

Chicken mole is a traditional Mexican dish prepared using chicken and mole sauce, which is made using cloves, cinnamon, anise, coriander, dried chiles and chocolate. Other ingredients include fruits, nuts, chilli peppers, and spices like black pepper, cinnamon, or cumin. The dish is fairly spicy and bittersweet, with a hint of earthy flavor. It is …

Escamoles, also known as Mexican caviar or insect caviar, are the edible larvae and pupae of ants found in Mexico. They have somewhat of a nutty, buttery flavor (particularly when prepared in butter), but tend to become crunchy after frying. Similar to cottage cheese in texture, escamoles are usually eaten on their own but can …

Camarones a la Diabla is a Mexican seafood dish of spicy shrimp which is first sauteed briefly then simmered in a spicy tomato chili sauce. Camarones a la Diabla, in English, translates to Devil’s Shrimp. The sauce portion of this dish is referred to as the diablo sauce. It is made from several types of …

Stinking Toe Fruit, also known as locust fruit or jatobá, is the fruit of the West Indian Locust, the largest tree in the Caribbean. A popular fruit throughout Latin America, it is known as Stinking Toe Fruit as its shape is similar to a big toe and its pungent smell is like a sweaty foot. …