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Mexican Food Glossary: 25+ Mexican Cooking Terms & Methods

April 3, 2026March 18, 2012 by Eric Troy / CulinaryLore
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Think asada is a specific steak or relleno is always a cheesy pepper? Think again. This Mexican food glossary decodes 25+ essential cooking terms and adjectives to help you navigate any menu like a pro—from the truth about ‘chicken al pastor’ to the magic of real Mexican cinnamon

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