Although the most well-known and recognizable form of samosas come from India, samosas were actually invented in the Middle East and Central Asia. During the process of trade and cultural exchange between these regions, merchants from the Middle East brought samosas to India, where they became an important part of their cuisine.

Samosas consist of an outer shell made of a flour that is known as maida. This flour is used to make a dough that serves as the outside of a samosa.

After formulating the dough, the magic happens. The samosa dough is then stuffed and fried with a variety of ingredients, which vary depending on the area in India from which the samosas come, as well as personal taste.

Samosas generally contain a filling that includes vegetables (such as
onions, carrots, and peas) and/or meat (such as chicken or lamb). They most often contain boiled potatoes, which serve as the starchy base of the filling.

Yum!

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If you go to a Mexican restaurant, you have to be prepared to try a wide variety of burning hot sauces, salsas, and dishes that are as delicious as they are spicy.

Here are some of the top Mexican hot sauces that one can find and add to give a kick to your next dish.

Cholula

Cholula is a tasty and well-rounded hot sauce that is spicy, but not too hot. This sauce is produced in Jalisco, Mexico and is made out of arbol and piquin peppers, giving it its characteristic red color.

Tapatio

While Tapatio isn’t exactly from Mexico, but rather from Mexican immigrants that began to produce this sauce in California, it’s the least hot of these options, but its rich red pepper flavor adds a smoky bite to any dish.

El Yucateco

El Yucateco is known for its characteristic green color, which comes from the extra spicy habanero peppers that are used in its production. Use this sauce sparingly if your taste buds aren’t used to heat!

Valentina

Valentina is the last on this list, but definitely not the least. Produced in Guadalajara, it’s a citrusy, spicy sauce that adds an interesting tangy hot flavor. It’s especially great with seafoods like shrimp tacos.

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One of the best and most well-known dishes from Cuba is called “ropa vieja.” This is one of the national dishes of Cuba and is easy to find at Cuban restaurants outside of the country.

Ropa vieja, which literally means “old clothes” (this we can’t explain!), is a dish that consists of beef and vegetables.

The beef used in ropa vieja is first stewed for a long time at low heat. The beef used for ropa vieja is generally stewed in a non-spicy, but seasoned, tomato sauce that produces a flavorful, tender meat.

The meat used in ropa vieja is also stewed with vegetables such as red bell peppers, onion, and garlic.

The end result is a warm, filling dish that is both hearty and delicious.

The traditional way to enjoy ropa vieja is with a few common Cuban side dishes. Ropa vieja is usually served and eaten with seasoned yellow rice and black beans. The ropa vieja can be combined with these ingredients to create one big mish-mash of flavor.

Be sure to try ropa vieja the next time you go to a Cuban restaurant!

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Bangkok, Thailand

Thailand is as colorful as they get. This city’s food markets are beyond vibrant with the large visitors every day and the very interesting food stands. Or Tor Kor is the one you have to visit.

Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo has the biggest fish market in the world. Tsukiji Fish Market is full of fresh seafood, ideal for lovers of this type of cuisine. There is no way you’ll leave this market empty handed.

Palermo, Italy

Palermo is a heaven of street food. Everywhere you turn, this charming Italian city has another street market. From seafood, fruit, vegetables, and everything else you can imagine. Ballaro is the oldest one, and possibly the most popular as well.

Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City has several food markets, but none come close to Mercado De La Merced. This colorful and vibrant location is literally heaven for foodies. It is also the world’s largest one, so make sure that you visit it when in Mexico. On the stands you can literally find anything, starting with foods, spices, grasshoppers, and so much more. You already know it’s going to be an exciting one.

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Although the most well-known and recognizable form of samosas come from India, samosas were actually invented in the Middle East and Central Asia. During the process of trade and cultural exchange between these regions, merchants from the Middle East brought samosas to India, where they became an important part of their cuisine.

Samosas consist of an outer shell made of a flour that is known as maida. This flour is used to make a dough that serves as the outside of a samosa.

After formulating the dough, the magic happens. The samosa dough is then stuffed and fried with a variety of ingredients, which vary depending on the area in India from which the samosas come, as well as personal taste.

Samosas generally contain a filling that includes vegetables (such as
onions, carrots, and peas) and/or meat (such as chicken or lamb). They most often contain boiled potatoes, which serve as the starchy base of the filling.

Yum!

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If you go to a Mexican restaurant, you have to be prepared to try a wide variety of burning hot sauces, salsas, and dishes that are as delicious as they are spicy.

Here are some of the top Mexican hot sauces that one can find and add to give a kick to your next dish.

Cholula

Cholula is a tasty and well-rounded hot sauce that is spicy, but not too hot. This sauce is produced in Jalisco, Mexico and is made out of arbol and piquin peppers, giving it its characteristic red color.

Tapatio

While Tapatio isn’t exactly from Mexico, but rather from Mexican immigrants that began to produce this sauce in California, it’s the least hot of these options, but its rich red pepper flavor adds a smoky bite to any dish.

El Yucateco

El Yucateco is known for its characteristic green color, which comes from the extra spicy habanero peppers that are used in its production. Use this sauce sparingly if your taste buds aren’t used to heat!

Valentina

Valentina is the last on this list, but definitely not the least. Produced in Guadalajara, it’s a citrusy, spicy sauce that adds an interesting tangy hot flavor. It’s especially great with seafoods like shrimp tacos.

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One of the best and most well-known dishes from Cuba is called “ropa vieja.” This is one of the national dishes of Cuba and is easy to find at Cuban restaurants outside of the country.

Ropa vieja, which literally means “old clothes” (this we can’t explain!), is a dish that consists of beef and vegetables.

The beef used in ropa vieja is first stewed for a long time at low heat. The beef used for ropa vieja is generally stewed in a non-spicy, but seasoned, tomato sauce that produces a flavorful, tender meat.

The meat used in ropa vieja is also stewed with vegetables such as red bell peppers, onion, and garlic.

The end result is a warm, filling dish that is both hearty and delicious.

The traditional way to enjoy ropa vieja is with a few common Cuban side dishes. Ropa vieja is usually served and eaten with seasoned yellow rice and black beans. The ropa vieja can be combined with these ingredients to create one big mish-mash of flavor.

Be sure to try ropa vieja the next time you go to a Cuban restaurant!

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Bangkok, Thailand

Thailand is as colorful as they get. This city’s food markets are beyond vibrant with the large visitors every day and the very interesting food stands. Or Tor Kor is the one you have to visit.

Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo has the biggest fish market in the world. Tsukiji Fish Market is full of fresh seafood, ideal for lovers of this type of cuisine. There is no way you’ll leave this market empty handed.

Palermo, Italy

Palermo is a heaven of street food. Everywhere you turn, this charming Italian city has another street market. From seafood, fruit, vegetables, and everything else you can imagine. Ballaro is the oldest one, and possibly the most popular as well.

Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico City has several food markets, but none come close to Mercado De La Merced. This colorful and vibrant location is literally heaven for foodies. It is also the world’s largest one, so make sure that you visit it when in Mexico. On the stands you can literally find anything, starting with foods, spices, grasshoppers, and so much more. You already know it’s going to be an exciting one.

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