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taco
a dish that consists of a folded tortilla filled with ground meat, beans, etc., originated in Mexico
What is "taco"?
The taco is a traditional Mexican food consisting of a small hand-sized corn- or wheat-based tortilla topped with a filling, such as beef, pork, chicken, seafood, beans, vegetables, and cheese, and garnished with various condiments, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, and vegetables, such as lettuce, onion, tomatoes, and chiles. It is believed to have originated from the Aztecs, who made flat bread out of corn and called it tlaxcalli, which was then stuffed with various concoctions of food. Tacos are a common form of antojitos, or Mexican street food, which have spread around the world. They can be made with a variety of fillings, allowing for great versatility and variety.
Example
They had tacos for dinner, filled with seasoned ground beef, lettuce, and salsa.
Ellos cenaron tacos, rellenos de carne molida sazonada, lechuga y salsa.
The taco truck on the corner serves authentic Mexican tacos with homemade corn tortillas.
El camión de tacos en la esquina sirve tacos mexicanos auténticos con tortillas de maíz caseras.
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taco (slur), taco (insulto)
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Mexican descent
