Mexican cuisine - one of the most popular in the world, and on a par with French, Italian, Japanese and Chinese is in constant demand among gourmets. Despite a fairly small list of main ingredients, its dishes are extremely diverse, and the sharp sauces, which include chili, add spice.
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History of Mexican food
The history of local delicious attractions is the interaction of two culinary traditions, Spanish, which appeared in Mexico in the 16th century, and the Indian .The first conquistadors, who appeared on the territory of the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, Mexico's future capital, found a kitchen based on corn, beans, chili, a variety of spices, a Mexican cactus and tomatoes .Of course, the Indians also prepared from other products .For example, not so small a role played so beloved by all chocolate .However, the daily ration was based on this .The Spaniards made their contribution, introducing the inhabitants to wheat, barley, rice, different kinds of meat, olive oil, nuts, wine and even parsley .
One of the culinary innovations was cheese. The presence of cows, goats and other domestic animals brought by the Spaniards, allowed to expand the diet. So, in Mexico appeared hard sheep cheese "Manchego", the secret of which was made available to "aborigines."
Main ingredients
Like many centuries ago, Mexican cuisine is, above all, corn. From it they prepare famous tortillas tortillas, and simply cook, sprinkling ready-made cobs with salt. Beans and rice do not lag behind in popularity. Depending on the region, pink and black beans are used. A distinctive feature of the dishes prepared from it is a minimum amount of spices and additional dressings. Beans are seen as a gastronomical contrast to spicy foods. On the coast to the listed ingredients are added seafood.
Alcoholic drinks
Alcoholic beverages of Mexico, of course, are not limited to tequila, but it is in great demand, both in the state itself and outside of it..Its homeland is the homonymous city in the state of Jalisco .Tequila is a kind of high-moisture drink of mescal, due to circumstances and distinctive features of its own name .The word "mescal" in Mexico denotes everything that is made from agave juice .Usually the drink is placed in a bottle at the bottom of which the caterpillar floats .It is believed that if the caterpillar in the mescal does not dissolve, then it is high-quality .
Popular recipes
Burrito, quesadilla, fajitas, tacos - these names are already familiar to Russians and are dishes where the main ingredient is a tortilla with different fillings. Usually inside the cake is sure to put the meat. In Mexico, it's generally good to come to meat lovers, and beef and pork are widely used. Next to the cakes you can find a variety of sauces. For example, a salsa sauce made from tomatoes and various spices.
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