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The food of Mexico has a long and varied history. This diverse history is rich with a fusion of influences that has created a cuisine that is enjoyed all over the world. Proper authentic Mexican cuisine is made of fresh foods that are prepared from scratch with delicious tasting results at the end.
Mexican cuisine is a combination of Spanish, Mayan and Aztec influences. Add in a hint of French and you have today's Mexican cuisine. Although the food has a reputation for being spicy, not all dishes are hot. Some dishes are creamy and sweet. Depending on the area of Mexico where a recipe is from, the food could be based more on beans, fruit or seafood.
Every cuisine is based on a few must have ingredients. When it comes to Mexican the key ingredients are beans, corn, and squash. Each area of Mexico adds their own specialties. The Yucatan, for example, added fresh seafood and fruit. Northern Mexico is known for their grilled meats. Oaxaca and its surroundings have contributed many different types of corn and chili peppers.
In Veracruz and its area, most recipes contain fresh fish. Fish is found in tamales, tacos, burritos and more due to the quantity of this ingredient. They also use a lot of olives, chili peppers, and tomatoes in this area. True Mexican food is very different from what you get outside Mexico.
The Mexican food we eat in the UK is really Tex-Mex food. In Mexico, it would be very rare to be served both rice and beans in the same course, or even the same meal. In the UK, it is common to have them served together on the same plate. Salad is not a usual dish in Mexico, either. All of this is influenced from outside countries.
There are many traditional Mexican foods to be found at local restaurants and super markets, you just need to know where to look. Authentic Mexican cuisine is a delicious way to feed your family. If you like your meals meaty or spicy, then there are many places to eat in Manchester city's Latin American restaurants and takeaways. There are many Mexican restaurants in Manchester, offering everything from sizzling fajitas, burritos, tacos and enchiladas, to paella, piri piri chicken, meatballs and buffalo wings.Eating Mexican food does not have to mean minced meat tacos and salsa, though that certainly is a way to enjoy it. The cuisine of Mexico is so rich and full of variety that you may be surprised at all, it has to offer. The cuisine of Mexico can be enjoyed at your own table by ordering takeaway food. A number of local takeaway Manchester restaurants even serve traditional Mexican cuisine to be ordered online and enjoyed in the comfort of your own home.
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