How to Stock a Mexican Pantry | Serious Eats

It can be tricky to talk about the Mexican pantry, given the profound diversity of Mexican food itself. The foods of Mexico are fiercely regional and distinct, from the fresh clams and varied seafood dishes of Baja California to the Mayan-, Dutch-, and Caribbean-influenced flavors of the Yucatán. But, keeping in mind the country's unique culinary traditions, it's fair to say that Mexican cuisine depends on three core staples: corn, beans, and chilies. Lesley Tellez is with us to walk you through the basics. FULL STORY: https://www.seriouseats.com/2016/07/mexican-pantry-essentials-ingredients.html See More Like This! How to Stock a Korean Pantry: https://youtu.be/6Ey0jIZwB-U The Best Mortar and Pestles: https://bit.ly/2tQCACx How to Finish Pasta the Right Way: https://bit.ly/2TsVVs6 Subscribe to Serious Eats! https://bit.ly/2BIlM59 Follow Us Elsewhere: https://facebook.com/seriouseats https://twitter.com/seriouseats https://instagram.com/seriouseats https://reddit.com/r/seriouseats Serious Eats is a leading resource for all things food and drink: meticulously tested recipes that really work; in-depth, science-based explanations of cooking techniques; detailed reviews of cooking equipment; and guides to ingredients, dishes, and cuisines. We bring a democratic yet scientific approach to cooking the best dishes, busting food myths, and delivering strong opinions on what you should eat next, where, when, and why.