7 myths about Mexican food

Our cuisine is vast and extensive, but many people from other countries have misconceptions about what is consumed here. These are some of those false beliefs. We present to you 7 myths about Mexican food.   From a survey conducted with thousands of non-Mexicans, the most absurd responses were gathered. Here is the top 7 myths about our delicious national cuisine. All food is spicy We know this is false; Mexican cuisine has a wide range of flavors where there is indeed spiciness, but also sweetness, bitterness, saltiness, etc.    There is only one type of mole (the one with chocolate) Huge mistake, there are hundreds of moles made from one end of the country to the other. In Oaxaca alone, there are 7 recognized types.   Chia, tomatoes, and vanilla are not Mexican Of course they are; each of these ingredients is a Mexican export, or at least they were in the beginning.   Mexicans are very dessert-loving It may be true that we have become a people who enjoy sweets, but the reality is that in Mexico, little sugar was consumed until the arrival of the Spanish. Even cacao was valued more for its freshness and bitter tones than for its sweetness.   The original guacamole has garlic and lime Tastes differ, but the truth is that the authentic guacamole recipe only includes avocado, onion, tomatillo, cilantro, serrano chili, and salt.   Mexican cuisine uses a lot of meat False; if one looks at what is eaten throughout the country, it can be found that most preparations are vegetarian, from humble bean tacos to Yucatecan papadzules.   Mexican food is greasy and makes you gain weight As in the rest of the world, there are dishes that are fattening, but it all comes down to preparation. The truth is that real Mexican food, which is based on corn, beans, and chili, is actually quite healthy. Our traditional preparations, such as mole, rajas, picadillo, and other classics, are perfectly nutritious.   Mexican Recipes    Cazuelitas de Rajas Poblanas    Mole Rojo de Rancho  Mole Blanco o Mole de Novia    Papadzules    Guacamole Regio    Agua de Limón y Chía Find the best Mexican recipes at kiwilimón.com!