What many people call Mexican dishes are not really Mexican, rather, a combination of Mexican and American favorites. That is the origin of Tex-Mex. It is only about four decades ago that the term Tex-Mex became the name adopted for such cuisines. Some of these delicacies are so popular that they are widely consumed in Texas.
Growing up, I was able to identify the ingredients that are prominent in Tex-Mex dishes. This includes beef, cheese, chili powder, and cumin. However, over the years, Tex-Mex has evolved so rapidly and this evolution is far from slowing down. Now let us take a look at some of the popular Tex-Mex dishes that you should give a try, particularly if you are new to this category of foods.
