Enchilada

Enchiladas [ ɛntʃɨlɑ ː də ] is a traditional Mexican dish that is prepared according to region and taste in many varieties. It involves filled soft tortillas made ​​from corn flour, which are doused with a sauce.

The filling usually consists of meat, preferably chicken, but also scrambled eggs, vegetables or chili. The sauce is also desired, like tomato sauce. The most famous enchiladas are prepared with Mole, a brown sauce made from chillies and cocoa. The basic ingredients are the tortillas (corn pancakes) and the chili. Often cream, grated cheese and spring onions or lettuce be added.

In Mexico City, you know the enchiladas Suizas ( " Swiss Enchiladas "), which are served with melted cheese.