When it comes to ethnic foods there are many people that stick to the one that they know or the one that they have tried before. It can be hard to branch out if you are not sure what an item is and what the differences are. Mexican food dishes are all unique in their own way and have characteristics that set them apart from other dishes. If you want to know what they are and what you might get on your next trip out for a Mexican dish then you need to know some common options. When you know what to expect you will be able to try something new and maybe have a new favorite dish to add to your order. Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant outlines some common Mexican dishes and what they are.

Chicken, Beef, Pork, Beans, Cheese & Other Enchiladas

One of the items you will see on a menu when you visit most Mexican Restaurants is an enchilada. This is an item that many people will choose because they know what it is and have likely made a version of it in their own home. An enchilada is a tortilla that has been rolled up and inside there can be several types of filling. It can be chicken, beef, pork or it can be beans or even cheese. The filled and rolled tortilla is then covered with some sort of peppers sauce then it is served on a dish. The great thing is that you can create the type of enchilada that you want.

Chalupa

Another dish that you might want to give a try to is called a chalupa. This is a dish that is commonly found and is very similar to a taco. The shell of the chalupa is what sets it apart from other tacos. The tortilla is made from masa then it is deep fried. The shell is then filled with whatever topping that you choose that is the same as any taco.

Authentic Chimichanga

If you are someone that loves the good old burrito then you may want to give a chimichanga a try. It is prepared just like a burrito with filling that can be anything from meat, beans, cheese, rice and vegetables that you can choose and create to fit what you love most. What makes the chimichanga amazing is that the burrito that was just prepared is then deep fried as a whole burrito. This adds a layer of texture to the dish that makes it a great option.

Mexican Tamales

You cant really talk about Mexican food and not add in tamale. Most people know what a tamale is but it eludes most when trying to make an authentic one in your own home. The tamale is a cornmeal dough that is filled with a spiced meat that is then added to a steamer and cooked. The way that they are kept moist is by the corn husk that they are wrapped in when they are being steamed.

Mexican Dishes in Las Vegas, Nevada (Just Minutes from Summerlin, North LV & Henderson, NV)

Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant has an amazing assortment of authentic dishes to choose from. Come see us today!