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Foods and Drinks - Mexican Food

Here you will learn the names of different Mexican foods in English such as "taco", "fajita", and "quesadilla".

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taco
taco
[noun]

a dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico

Ex: He ordered a trio of street-style tacos, each topped with cilantro and diced onions .
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fajita
fajita
[noun]

‌a dish of strips of meat, cut up vegetables, and cheese wrapped in a tortilla and often served with sour cream, originated in Mexico

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burrito
burrito
[noun]

a dish of a tortilla wrapped around a mixture of ground meat or beans, originated in Mexico

Ex: They enjoyed their burritos at the picnic, wrapped in foil to keep them warm.
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quesadilla

a dish of a tortilla filled with cheese and sometimes meat and then fried, originated in Mexico

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barbacoa
barbacoa
[noun]

a traditional Mexican dish made from slow-cooked, seasoned meat that is tender and flavorful

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chilaquiles

a Mexican dish made with fried or baked tortilla chips (or strips) simmered in a tomato or tomatillo sauce

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huevos rancheros

a Mexican breakfast dish consisting of fried or poached eggs served on top of tortillas

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machaca
machaca
[noun]

a Mexican dish made from dried, shredded beef or pork that is typically seasoned with spices

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discada
discada
[noun]

a Mexican dish made from a combination of various meats, cooked on a large, flat disc-shaped griddle called a disco

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menudo
menudo
[noun]

a traditional Mexican soup made with beef tripe, typically simmered in a chili-based broth with hominy and seasoned with spices

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enchilada
enchilada
[noun]

a dish of tortilla filled with meat or cheese and covered with a spicy sauce, originated in Mexico

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aguachile
aguachile
[noun]

a Mexican dish consisting of raw seafood, typically shrimp or fish, marinated in a tangy and spicy chili-lime sauce

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cemita
cemita
[noun]

a Mexican sandwich made with a sesame seed-covered roll, typically filled with meat, cheese, avocado

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arroz rojo

a Mexican dish made with red rice cooked with tomato sauce, spices, and sometimes vegetables or meat

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molote
molote
[noun]

a Mexican dish made with a tortilla filled with mashed potatoes, meat, and other ingredients

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flauta
flauta
[noun]

a Mexican dish made by rolling a tortilla with meat, cheese, or other fillings, and then frying until crispy

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sope
sope
[noun]

a traditional Mexican dish made with a thick, fried or toasted masa base, topped with meat, beans, cheese, and other toppings

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puntas
puntas
[noun]

a Mexican dish made with thinly sliced beef cooked in its own juices

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chili
chili
[noun]

a spicy stew made from tomatoes, peppers, onions, and other ingredients, usually including ground beef or pork

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enmolada
enmolada
[noun]

a Mexican dish made with tortillas filled with meat or other ingredients, and covered with mole sauce

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enfrijolada

a Mexican dish made with tortillas dipped in bean (frijol) sauce, typically made from cooked and blended beans

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bionico
bionico
[noun]

a Mexican dessert made with diced fruit, usually served with yogurt, sweet cream, and granola

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papadzules

a traditional Mexican dish, made with corn tortillas filled with hard-boiled eggs and covered with a sauce

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torta
torta
[noun]

a type of Mexican sandwich made with a crusty bread roll called a telera, filled with ingredients such as refried beans, meat, cheese, avocado, and salsa, and often grilled or pressed before serving

Ex: Many people eat a torta for lunch because it ’s filling and flavorful .
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tostada
tostada
[noun]

a flat, fried tortilla topped with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and other ingredients, typically served as an appetizer or light meal

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pambazo
pambazo
[noun]

a type of Mexican sandwich made with a fried or grilled bread roll that is dipped in red guajillo pepper sauce

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gordita
gordita
[noun]

a Mexican dish consisting of a thick masa (corn dough) tortilla that is typically stuffed with a variety of fillings

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tlayuda
tlayuda
[noun]

a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a large, thin, crispy tortilla that is typically topped with refried beans, cheese, meat, and vegetables

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chalupa
chalupa
[noun]

a Mexican dish made of a fried corn tortilla shaped like a boat, filled with various toppings

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