Some facts about tacos

hard-shell tacos

• The popular taco is a dish that originated in Mexico composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling.
• One of the first people known to make tacos were ancient Aztecs.
• The style of taco that has become most common in the United States is the hard-shell, U-shaped version.
• A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including seafood, chicken, beef, vegetables and cheese.
• Nearly any savory dish can and has been used as filling for a taco.
• The various types of tacos created depend on the area in which they are made.
• Tacos are considered a snack food in Mexico
• Tacos immigrated to the United States from Mexico.
• Korean tacos, usually filled with bulgogi, are a fusion dish popular in California and other U.S. states.
• Tacos are usually eaten without utensils.
• Tacos are often accompanied by garnishes such as cilantro, salsa, tomatoes, guacamole, onions and lettuce.
• A mulita ("little mule") is made with meat served between two tortillas and garnished with cheese. Mulitas are known as Gringas in the Mexican south.
• Fish tacos originated in Baja California, Mexico.
• In California, Fish tacos are usually found at street vendors.
• Shrimp tacos also originated in Baja California.
• Indian tacos or Navajo tacos, are made using frybread instead of tortillas.