Because our previous post was not covering all the variety we can find in Mexico streets, here is the second delivery of our favourite Mexican street foods:
- Quesadillas - These are tortillas filled with cheese and often other ingredients such as meat, vegetables, or mushrooms. They can be grilled or fried and are often served with salsas and guacamole.
- Pambazo - These are sandwiches made with a roll or telera roll that is dipped in a red guajillo chili sauce before being filled with meat, cheese, and various condiments.
- Huaraches - These are large, oval-shaped tortillas that are filled with beans, meat, cheese, and various toppings.
- Sope - These are small, thick tortillas that are topped with beans, meat, cheese, and various toppings.
- Ceviche - This is a popular seafood dish made with raw fish or shrimp that is marinated in lime juice and mixed with onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Churros - These are fried dough pastries that are dusted with sugar and cinnamon and often filled with chocolate or caramel.
- Alambres - These are skewers of meat that are grilled and served with various toppings such as cheese, bacon, and peppers.
- Tlayudas - These are large, thin tortillas that are topped with beans, cheese, and various meats and salsas.
- Tacos de Canasta - These are steamed tacos that are traditionally sold from baskets. They are typically filled with potato and chorizo, chicken or pork.
- Gorditas - These are traditional street food from El Salvador, also popular in Mexico, made with a thick corn tortilla filled with cheese, beans, pork or other fillings.
As with the previous ones, these street foods are typically made with traditional cooking methods and authentic ingredients and spices. Every region in Mexico has its own street food specialties and variations, so there are many more options to explore.
