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Explore Mexico, a vibrant country rich in culture and diverse landscapes. Learn about its population, government, language, and major industries. Delve into the Mexican diet with staple foods like corn, chilies, beans, tomatoes, and tropical fruits. Dive into the world of Mexican cuisine with traditional dishes like tacos, enchiladas, and margaritas. Immerse yourself in the flavors and traditions of Mexico!
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Mexico By Kyle Myers
General Facts • Capital : Mexico City • Population : 110,000,000 • Government: Federal Republic • National Language : Spanish
General Facts Cont. • Climate: Dry Season – November to June Rainy Season – June to November • Geography: Deserts, mountains, tropical beaches • Religion: No official religion but predominately Roman Catholic • Major Industries: Construction, tourism, medical and pharmaceutical, and security
General Facts cont. • Area: 1,964,375 square kilometers(758,449 square miles) • Currency: Mexican Peso • Life Expectancy: 75 • GDP Per Capita: U.S. $8,900 • Literacy Percent: 92
Mexican Diet • Corn – used as a grain to make tortillas and tacos • Chilies – used fresh and dried, the veins and seed pods are the hottest part, most popular are the jalapeno, poblano, serrano, habanero, and chipotle • Beans – range from kidney beans to fava beans, most commonly used in soups or made into refried beans
Mexican Diet cont. • Tomatoes – the most important ingredient in salsa, tomatillos are green tomatoes covered in a husk used in spicy chili salsa • Fruit – most common are mangos, papaya, coconut, and pineapples
Mexican Cuisine • Tacos • Enchiladas • Rice and Beans • Chimichangas • Chili • Salsa • Sopapilla • Empanadas • Margaritas