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Old Apr 26, 2010, 4:02 pm
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Originally Posted by TMOliver
Cilantro in classsic "TexMex" was always (until today) rarer than hen's teeth except in Pico de Gallo or maybe Guacamole. On the other hand true "Mexican" food from the Southern States of the Republic features Cilantro in all sorts of dishes. It remains much more common in "real" Mexican food than in "TexMex". Soup/stews like Menudo, Posole, Caldos, etc., traditionally arrive with chopped Onion, chopped Jalapeno (or other chili) and chopped Cilantro as flavoring garnishes.
I should note that I actually do not reallt care for authentic Mexican food, but love Tex Mex. I know, I'm not a gourmet when it comes to Mexican food, but I like my sour cream and melted cheese!

My palate for French and Italian food is much more sophisticated.
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