A quesadilla is a Mexican dish made with a tortilla, usually filled with cheese, meats, beans, or vegetables, then folded and grilled or pan-fried until crispy. Often served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, it’s a versatile and satisfying meal. Traditional quesadillas use corn tortillas, but flour tortillas are also common, especially in northern Mexico and the U.S.
A burrito is a Mexican dish consisting of a large flour tortilla wrapped around a filling of rice, beans, meat, cheese, and vegetables. Often served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, it can be grilled or steamed. Originating in northern Mexico, burritos are now popular worldwide, with variations like breakfast burritos and mission-style burritos in California.
Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a corn or flour tortilla filled with various ingredients like meat, seafood, beans, cheese, and vegetables. They can be soft or crispy and are often topped with salsa, cilantro, onions, and lime. Tacos come in many regional varieties, from street-style to gourmet, making them a beloved and versatile meal worldwide.
Nachos are a popular Tex-Mex dish made of crispy tortilla chips topped with melted cheese and various toppings like jalapeños, beans, meat, guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. Originating in Mexico in the 1940s, they can be served as a snack, appetizer, or full meal. Nachos range from simple cheese-covered chips to elaborate, fully loaded creations.