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Elote

Corn on the cob that has been broiled or grilled in the husk then served on a stick or by using the husk as a handle. Condiments may include salt, chili powder, butter, cheese, lemon juice or lime juice, mayonnaise, or crema.

Empanada

A stuffed bread or pastry that has been baked or fried.

Enchilada

Typically a corn tortilla stuffed with a meat and cheese filling, rolled and covered with a chili pepper sauce. Common fillings include chicken, beef, and pork, but can also be black or pinto beans, potatoes, vegetables, crab, prawns or combinations.

• Enchiladas verdes con pollo: Chicken, tomatillo sauce, onion, and cheese in a corn tortilla.

Enfrijoladas

Tortilla, bean and cheese casserole. The tortillas are smothered in a black or pinto bean sauce and often topped with onions, lettuce, crema, Mexican and Oaxaqueno cheese. Can be served with thinly sliced steak, shredded chicken or chorizo.

Ensalada

Salad.

• Ensalada de fruta: Fruit salad

Entomatadas

Corn tortillas that have been fried, then dipped or smothered in a tomato sauce (usually made from tomatoes, garlic, onion, and chile serrano or jalapeños). The tortillas may be filled with chicken, beef, cheese or beans and garnished with crema, cheese and onion.