There is no season for Mexican snacksall year we can enjoy the culinary delicacies that surround us in almost every corner or local of the country. In addition, many of them vary depending on the region and traditions itself, but all are delicious and suitable for all tastes.
Mexican Antojitos are mainly foods made with omelette and stewed o Ingredients of each place, and although many are fried or cooked with oils, they are part of the diet of Mexicans. The flavor is irresistible, especially if the ingredients and condiments or attachments, such as vegetables, sauces or dairy, are combined, but before our mouth is made, let's go into the history of the dishes.
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What is the origin and history of Mexican snacks?
Understand the complete story of Antojitos is to go back one by one And, indeed, it would be very complicated; However, we can explain the origin of the term itself. The word «Antojito» refers That is a meal that although it is not considered a dish, helps not be hungry and is also delicious.
Usually, they are characterized by being very varied with respect to the ingredients with which they are made and most are made of corn or flour. They are quick preparation and that influences they are simple to consume. Therefore they are rich in fat and refer to the famous garnachas that cover dishes such as tlacoyos, huaraches, chubby, quesadillas and even tacos, at least in the center of the country.
In other states such as Veracruz or Oaxaca, Garnachas are only part of a wide variety of Mexican snacksbecause there are many types, even with seafood and elements that do not include corn, so it is part of the daily diet of the Mexican and this is going back to pre -Columbian civilizations, since the base of the food was corn, beans, chili, huitlacoche and edible flowers. In fact, the tortillas were one of the first foods derived from corn, although the Mexica called him Tlaxcalli, as well as the tamales.