When you think of Mexican food, what dishes come to mind? Many people mention tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. These are all delicious Mexican dishes, but they are also all entrees or main dishes. There are some incredible Mexican side dishes, too, and you'll want to consider trying them the next time you visit a Mexican restaurant.
Elote
Elote is also called Mexican street corn. In Mexico, it is often sold by street food vendors as a snack, but in Mexican restaurants in the U.S., you will often see it listed as a side dish. Elote consists of a cob of sweet corn covered in chili powder, cheese, and cilantro. It is fun to eat and is incredibly delicious. Order a cob on the side of your tacos or burritos, and you have a great meal.
Yuca Fries
In the United States, it is conventional to serve French fries made from potatoes. In Mexico, you're likely to see something similar, but slightly different: yuca fries. Yuca is a root vegetable that is similar to the potato, but when cooked, it has a somewhat looser and fluffier texture. Yuca fries are often served as a side dish with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for dipping. They're a nice switch-up from tortilla chips if you see them on the menu.
Refried Beans
Refried beans are one of the more common side dishes you'll see at Mexican restaurants. This dish is typically made with pinto beans. They are cooked, mashed, and then fried in pork fat, which gives them a lovely texture and flavor. One of the best things about them is that when you order them alongside tacos or burritos, you can dip the tacos or burritos in them.
Pozole
Pozole is basically a Mexican soup. It's made with meat — usually pork, but sometimes beef — along with tomatoes, onions, chile peppers, and hominy corn. While it could definitely be enjoyed as an entree for lunch and even dinner, it is more often offered as a side dish. For instance, a Mexican restaurant may let you choose between pozole and a side salad with your meal.
The next time you are in a Mexican restaurant, look for the side dishes above. They are all a little different, but each one presents its own, small piece of Mexican cuisine. When you order, make sure you share some of the dishes with your friends or family members so they can expand their tastes, too.
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