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Mexican Cuisine is generally built around the tortilla, either flour-based or maize or corn-based. Add frijoles, chilies and your choice of meats and you have the heart of Mexican Cuisine.
Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, there's a taco to suit the occasion. But how did this Mexican street food become so popular in the U.S.?
Mexican food gets a bad rap as a fat-laden menu option, but fiesta night at your house doesn't have to be prep intensive and heavy on the calories.
By Sara Elliott