A taco (pronounced tɑːkoʊ) is a traditional dish in Mexico made of a small hand-sized tortilla made of corn or wheat and topped with a filling. After that, the tortilla is folded over the filling and eaten with one hand. A taco’s adaptability and variety are greatly enhanced by the availability of a wide range of fillings, including beef, pig, chicken, fish, beans, veggies, and cheese. They frequently have different toppings such salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as well as vegetables including lettuce, onions, tomatoes, and chiles as garnishes.
Types of Tacos
Tacos de asador (“spit” or “grill”) are made of: carne asada tacos, tripita tacos (tripe tacos), and chorizo asado (traditional Spanish-style sausage). Each kind is presented on two little tortillas that have been overlapped and is commonly topped with guacamole, salsa, onions, and cilantro (coriander leaf).
Tacos de cabeza (“head tacos”) consist of a flat, pierced metal plate from which steam is released to cook the cow’s head. A serving of the head’s muscles is called Cabeza, along with Sesos (brains), Lengua (mouth), Cachete (cheeks), Trompa (lips), and Ojo (eye).
Tacos al pastor (“shepherd style”) or tacos de adobada are formed of thin pork steaks seasoned with adobo flavor, then skewered and overlapped on one another on a vertical rotisserie grilled and flame-broiled while it spins.
Tacos de camarones (“shrimp tacos”) are served on top of a corn or flour tortilla. Grilled or fried shrimp are typically served with the toppings: lettuce or cabbage, pico de gallo, avocado, sour cream, and a citrus-mayonnaise sauce.
Tacos de lengua (beef tongue tacos), which are sliced and sautéed in a little oil after being braised for several hours in water with onions, garlic, and bay leaves.
Tacos de pescado (“fish tacos”) are a Mexican dish that consists of grilled or fried fish, lettuce or cabbage, pico de gallo, and a sour cream or citrus/mayonnaise sauce on top of a corn or flour tortilla.
Many taco vendors will serve red radishes whole or sliced, lime slices, salt, pickled or grilled chilis (hot peppers), and occasionally cucumber slices or grilled onions as an accompaniment to tacos.
Wikipedia contributors, “Taco,” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Taco&oldid=1108270065 (accessed September 6, 2022).
