10 Delicious Mexican Food You Cannot Miss

Mexico is among the most popular destinations of the world. The lavish traditions, beautiful landscape and tropical climate of the place attract tourists from all over the world. While the cultural extravaganza that Mexico offers is overwhelming in itself, the food of the place is amazing as well. Mexican food varies by region and is influenced by the local climate, geography and ethnic differences among the inhabitants.

Here is a list of 10 Mexican foods which you need to try on your trip:

* Chilaquiles

This popular traditional breakfast dish features corn tortillas that are cut up in either strips or quarters and then lightly fried. They are topped with green or red salsa (the red is slightly spicier) sprinkled with cheese. There are many ways to enjoy it: scrambled eggs or fried eggs can be added for breakfast, or one can also top it with chicken, beef, or guacamole and refried beans for a delicious brunch. You can finish it off by adding cheese and sour cream as well.

* Pozole

Pozole is a hearty, restorative soup made from hominy (dried maize kernels) cooked in broth with meat (typically pork) along with a variety of sauces, including with a red chilli base like guajillo or ancho; and a green sauce with tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeños or pepitas. The dish is generally stewed for hours, often overnight, and then served topped with cabbage, chilli peppers, onion, garlic, radishes, avocado, salsa or limes.

* Tacos al Pastor

While we all are quite familiar with tacos. One of the most delicious and popular among the different varieties of tacos is the tacos al pastor. This authentic historical dish is made with spit-roasted pork, which is placed on a corn tortilla and served with onions, coriander leaves and sliced pineapple.

* Chiles en Nogada

Chiles en Nogada is one of Mexico’s most treasured and patriotic dishes. It contains poblano chilli which is stuffed with picadillo (a mixture usually containing shredded meat, dried fruits and spices) and topped off with a walnut-based cream sauce known as nogada, and pomegranate seeds – thereby giving it the three colours of the Mexican flag.

* Enchiladas

Enchiladas are made with corn tortillas stuffed with cheese, seafood, beans, vegetables and meat (usually chicken, pork or beef). They’re either rolled or folded over, then placed in a baking pan and covered with a green or red sauce and a blanket of cheese. This is then topped with sour cream and is enjoyed with guacamole.

* Mole

Mole (pronounced ‘mol-eh’), is a thick and savoury sauce which is very popular in Mexican cooking.Its basic preparation starts with some sort of chilli pepper base. One of the best-known versions is mole poblano; this is a rusty red sauce typically made with chilli peppers, chocolate and served over turkey or chicken.

* Guacamole

Guacamole is a traditional dip that dates back to the time of the Aztecs. There are different variations of this sauce; but, it is typically made from mashed-up avocadoes, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, lemon juice and chilli peppers.Guacamole is the реrfесt арреtіzеr and is often eaten with tortilla chips.

* Tamales

Tamales are made from a corn-based dough known as masa. This is stuffed with either a sweet or savoury filling and wrapped in banana leaves or corn husks, then steamed. The steamed masa can be filled with a variety of fillings; such as meats like chicken or pork or simply vegetables along with cheeses, fruits, or even peppers.

* Birria

Birria is a simple and spicy meat stew. It is usually prepared with goat meat that is marinated slowly in spicy guajillo chilli-based broth. The end result is a mouth-watering stew with tender, juicy meat in it. It is usually served with bread or in taco-form.

* Huevos rancheros

This Mexican breakfast dish comprises of fried eggs served on hot corn tortillas and topped with fresh homemade salsa. Served with refried beans (frijoles refritos), avocado slices, fried potatoes and extra chilli peppers on the side, this dish is a full meal on its own.