Taco

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/taco

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the garnishes and condiments?Typically enhanced with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, and chiles
2. What is the distinction from burritos?Tacos are folded, while burritos are typically larger and rolled
3. Why do tacos come in so many flavors?Tacos can use many different fillings and toppings, so each one can taste different and suit many tastes.
4. How are tacos different from burritos?Tacos are folded and usually smaller, while burritos are larger and rolled into a tight cylinder.

Tortilla: A thin, circular unleavened flatbread, traditionally made from maize (corn) or wheat flour, forming the essential base of a taco.
Antojitos: A Spanish term for Mexican street food or snacks, translating to 'little cravings,' which encompasses a variety of popular dishes including tacos.
Condiments: Substances such as sauces, spices, or herbs added to food, typically after cooking, to enhance its flavor, such as salsa or guacamole.
Carnitas: A Mexican dish made from pork shoulder slow-cooked in its own fat until tender and then crisped, often used as a taco filling.