Tex-Mex Cuisine

Tex-Mex cuisine is the food culture of the Tejano people, descended from the early Mexican settlers in what is now Texas. Tejano people are of mixed Spanish and native American descent. Historically, many were cowboys and worked on ranches.

barbecue originated from barbacoa brought north from central Mexico ?

San Antonio, Texas, is a cultural center.

Ingredients

Flour tortillas are a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine.

beans

Chilies, such as poblano, are widely used.

Cumin reached Texas by way of immigrants from the Canary Islands. It is used in a some Tex-Mex dishes.

Beef and cheese are commonly used. Lard is traditionally used in cooking. Sour cream is often used as a garnish.

Dishes

• chili con carne
• fajitas
• enchiladas: usually with fillings such as beef and cheese
• tamales