Tacos are a staple of Mexican street food, consisting of a tortilla filled with various ingredients. Common fillings include grilled meat, beans, cheese, and salsa.
Arepas are cornmeal cakes that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They can be split open and filled with cheese, meats, or avocado. In Venezuela, arepas are often stuffed with shredded beef or black beans.
Empanadas are savory pastries filled with a variety of ingredients such as beef, chicken, cheese, or vegetables. They are either baked or fried, creating a crispy outer shell. These hand-held delights are perfect for on-the-go snacking.
Choripán is a popular street food in Argentina, consisting of a grilled chorizo sausage served in a crusty baguette. It’s typically topped with chimichurri sauce, made from parsley, garlic, and vinegar.
Coxinha is a Brazilian street food that resembles a teardrop-shaped croquette. Itâs made from shredded chicken and creamy cheese, wrapped in dough, and deep-fried to perfection.
Elote is a popular Mexican street food consisting of grilled corn on the cob. The corn is slathered with mayonnaise, sprinkled with cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime juice.
Pupusas are thick corn tortillas stuffed with various fillings such as cheese, beans, and pork. They are cooked on a griddle until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Pupusas are traditionally served with curtido, a tangy cabbage slaw