Mexicans must stand up to eat tacos, and only with chili!

The Mexican etiquette for eating tacos is so fascinating!

If you go to Mexico, you'll notice that locals mostly stand while eating tacos. At first, I was puzzled. Why do they have to stand when sitting down is so comfortable?

But then I found out, sit down to eat tacos and you'll be called "unbeliever."

There's supposedly a trick to eating tacos while standing.

You have to raise your elbows to a 90-degree angle with your body, then use as few fingers as possible to hold the tortilla wrapper to keep the bottom level so the filling and sauce don't escape.

Finally, you have to tilt your head 45 degrees. It's said this is the perfect angle for eating tacos, allowing you to savor the "sanctuary" of the food. I've tried it, and it really makes a difference. The flavor seems even richer. Let's talk about chili peppers. For Mexicans, chili peppers are the perfect accompaniment to tacos.

Mexicans have a long history of enjoying chili peppers, dating back over 8,000 years. The fact that they can make an entire meal entirely of chili peppers speaks volumes about their love for chili peppers.

Tacos without chili peppers are like a dish without salt; it lacks its soul.

Different chili peppers have different flavors. The jalapeño pepper has a fresh, fruity aroma and a moderately spicy level.

The habanero pepper is the "king of fire" of chilies, setting your tongue on fire with just a small bite. The poblano pepper has a mild flavor and is versatile.

The guajillo pepper, when dried, has a unique sweetness, making it ideal for marinades and sauces.

Mexicans add chili peppers to tacos fresh or use them in sauces or powders, making every bite rich with Mexican flavor.

The taco itself has its own story. Mexico is known as the Land of Corn, and corn culture is deeply ingrained. Many tacos are made from corn flour, which is then shaped into tortillas and then "wrapped around everything," becoming a hallmark of Mexican culinary culture.

Tacos de las casseroles, for example, feature a rich, lean pork skewer. The chef marinates the pork in sauce until it turns a wheatish brown, then stacks it layer by layer on giant grilling sticks, creating a "pork bundle." The skewers rotate under a machine, dripping with oil and filling the air with fragrance. Thinly sliced ​​meat is then placed on the tortillas, topped with pineapple chunks, with a fluid, flowing motion. Furthermore, vendors often forgo tables and chairs, encouraging customers to eat more while standing.

I remember once on a Mexican street, seeing people standing at food stalls, tacos in one hand and chili peppers in the other, devouring their food with such relish. The atmosphere was lively and boisterous, with people chatting and laughing all around. At that moment, I suddenly understood that eating tacos while standing, accompanied by chili peppers, is more than just a dietary habit; it's a fundamental part of Mexican culture. It embodies the Mexican people's passion and unique understanding of cuisine.