Five Signs of Authentic Mexican Cuisine
Simply put, Americans love Mexican food. They really love it. So much so that Mexican ingredients and food are used in 71.08% of households in the United States. There were 38,000 Mexican restaurants throughout the country as of 2011, and one out of 10 restaurants in the United States serves Mexican cuisine, which makes it the most popular type of international fare in America.
With so many restaurants claiming to serve authentic Mexican food, how can you be sure that what you’re eating is the real deal? Spoon University offers this crash course to educate you about five signs that you’re enjoying the authentic flavors of Mexico.
1. Where’s The Cheese?
Authentic Mexican chefs do not cook with globs of melted cheese or serve you queso dip. Queso fresco, a mild tasting cow’s milk cheese, is the cheese of choice for true Mexican dishes. It is generally found crumbled over your food or in a
