Mexican food - a favorite alternative
to our beloved Dominican dishes

Perhaps unsurprisingly Mexican food as most of us know it in Europe or the US from Tex-Mex diners, or even the odd so-called 'authentic' Mexican restaurant...has little to do with the 'real thing'.

As with other cuisines (notably Indian food in the UK, for example) the 'pasteurised' and 'gringo friendly' menus that tend to abound in Western versions of the Mexican kitchen feature items that are a far remove from the true ethnic dishes.

In the UK, where more Indian restaurants may be found than anywhere else in the world (except perhaps Indis :-D) it has been noted that Chicken Tikka Masala is THE most popular Indian dish...although it actually originated in Birmingham, England!

In much the same way, the supposedly seminal 'Mexican' dish, namely Chili con Carne (sometimes mis-spelt Chilli con Carne, and actually a derivation of the Spanish Chile con Carne!). Chili con Carne is in fact said to be much derided (by the Mexicans themselves) dish that actually originated in Texas...and is indeed that state's official dish!

Mexican food is a delicious and rich cuisine that may frequently be spicy, but rarely overbearingly so. On these pages we present some true Mexican dishes with some advice about preparing them in your own home. We naturally have also included our favorite 'Chili con Carne' recipe amongst the selection, even though (as explained) it is an imposter, purely because...well, for one we love it...and because it is so widely popular we thought you'd miss it if we didn't include it...(even if it is really more 'Tex' than 'Mex'!)

If we do not feature YOUR favorite Mexican food or Mexican recipe on these pages, please feel free to use our contact page to send it in to the site and we'll be happy to publish it here, and give you the credit accordingly of course!...

Ceviche: Marinated raw fish that is literally 'cooked' by its immersion in fresh lime juice – tangy and traditional often served as a salad dish

Chiles Rellenos: Large Chillies – stuffed with queso (cheese) or carne (meat) and often soused in a spicy salsa

Frijoles: Beans...which are served in various ways and are pretty much an all round accompaniment to most Mexican dishes.

Guacamole: This famous avaocado 'dip' is often seen in the West in its mediocre mass produced form...try this fresh, tangy, herby version it is a winner!

Huevos: Various egg based dishes frequently served as breakfast dishes – such as Huevos Revueltos (scrambled) served say with tocino (bacon) or maybe jamón (ham)...a personal favorite!

Mole dishes: No not containing moles! But a rich spicy savory chocolate sauce, unctuous and tempting served over turkey or chicken.

Pumpkin seed sauce (Salsa Pipian)

Tamales: A kind of pastry pocket made with cornmeal and stuffed with meat and vegetables.

Tortilla dishes: Enchiladas; Quesadillas; Tacos.

Tostadas: Crisp, thin tortillas stuffed with meat, chilli, guacamole and soured cream - delicious!