Walk through any Mexican market or city street and you will find antojitos -- the beloved snacks and street foods that define everyday Mexican eating culture.
Essential Antojitos
- Elote: Grilled corn on the cob with mayo, chile powder, lime, and cotija cheese
- Tamales: Corn dough filled with meat or cheese, steamed in corn husks
- Gorditas: Thick corn cakes stuffed with various fillings
- Tlayudas: Oaxacan pizza -- large crispy tortillas topped with beans, cheese, and meat
- Churros: Fried dough sticks coated in cinnamon sugar, often filled with cajeta or chocolate