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Tacos de canasta
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Tacos de canasta ('basket tacos') are a popular Mexican food preparation consisting of tortilla filled with various stews.[2] Typical fillings are papa ('potato'), chicharrón ('pork rinds'), frijoles ('beans') or adobo ('marinade').[4] In all cases, the tacos are bathed in oil or melted butter. They are originally from San Vicente Xiloxochitla [es], Tlaxcala, although they are consumed throughout central Mexico, especially in the large cities of the country. They are usually sold on bicycles that circulate on the streets or also in street stalls. The name comes from the basket in which they are placed to keep them warm.
![]() Tacos de canasta in Coyoacán | |
Alternative names | tacos sudados[1] paquitos sudados (in Chiapas)[2] tacos al vapor (Northern Mexico)[3] |
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Type | taco; Mexican antojito |
Place of origin | Tlaxcala, Mexico |
Associated cuisine | Mexican cuisine |
They are considered a simple, very inexpensive snack (they do not exceed $10 MXN each)[5] and are well known to all Mexicans, in addition to being highly caloric and satiating. Traditionally, they are served with spicy (green or red) sauce, pickled chilies or guacamole.[1]