It’s time to stop branding every tortilla-based dish created as “Mexican” and show a little respect. Much of what we’re served in stateside Mexican restaurants would hardly be recognized in Mexico. Foods do cross over international borders and state lines, and truly “authentic” cuisine is difficult to define anymore, but c’mon. There’s no reason to lump together distinct culinary traditions like Mexican, New Mexican, Tex-Mex and Cal-Mex.So, can you tell the difference between them? Belly up to this combo platter (a Tex-Mex creation) and see if you can determine which cuisine claims it. Mex, New-Mex, Tex-Mex or Cal-Mex? 1) Sopaipillas2) Soft tacos3) Chili con carne4) Fajitas5) Pozole6) Biscochitos7) Stacked (flat) enchiladas8) Chalupas9) a. Carne adovada b. Carne adobada10) Chips and salsa
ANSWERS: 1) New Mexican. 2) Cal-Mex. 3) Tex-Mex. 4) Tex-Mex. 5) Mexican. 6) New Mexican. 7) New Mexican. 8) Mexican. 9) A. New Mexican.B. Mexican. 11) Cal-Mex.
