When it comes to Mexican food, there is no doubt that the meat preparation is top notch. The meats used in Mexican food is a step above any other type of food. There are several different meats that are used in a variety of Mexican dishes. Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant is here to talk about some of the different meats that are used in Mexican food.
Chicken
One of the most popular meats for many people when eating Mexican food is chicken. This is a healthy options compared to some of the types of meat. Both white and dark chicken meat is used in a number of different dishes. Enchiladas, fajitas, burritos, tacos and more showcase chicken as the spotlight of the meal.
Beef
A fan favorite in Mexican food is definitely beef. Rather than the type of meat that is used, we would like to talk about some of the ways that it is prepared. Beef is prepared differently for different dishes.
– Carne Asada: When you translate Caren asada, it means “grilled meat.” This is one of the most popular ways to prepare beef for Mexican food. The delicious spices and marinades that are used in preparing carne asada set it apart from other meats.
– Birria: Another popular beef dish is Birria. The meat is first cooked and then mixed with a consommé and cooked again to make it so tender that it falls apart in your mouth. It is often eaten as a stew but can also be used in tacos with the consommé as a dipping sauce.
– Shredded: Another popular way that beef is prepared for Mexican dishes is to simply slow cook it and then shred it. Many tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas and other beef dishes have the option of shredded beef.
Pork
Pork is a delicious meat that is prepared a number of different ways for Mexican food as well.
– Al Pastor: Using pineapple chunks, chiles, and other spices, al pastor is prepared and used in burritos and tacos. It is on the spicier side. This is a delicious and flavorful cut of meat.
– Carnitas: One of the most popular ways pork is eaten in Mexican food is carnitas. This popular way to prepare pork involves braising the meat and then shredding it and pan frying it in lard which results in crispy and flavorful meat. Its used in a number of ways to for chimichangas, fajitas, burritos and tacos.
– Chorizo: This is a type of spicy pork sausage that is used in breakfast burritos, tacos and more. It is on the spicy side, but so packed full of flavor that people can’t resist it.
Authentic Mexican Cuisine in Las Vegas, Nevada (Just Minutes from Summerlin, North LV, Paradise, Lone Mountain & Henderson, NV)
If you are looking for delicious, tender, and flavorful meat paired with Mexican culture, look no further. Eddie’s Mexican Restaurant is here to offer a number of different dishes that are a delight to your pallet. Come in today!
