Mexican seafood

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People don’t often think of Mexican seafood when contemplating this Latin American cuisine. Rice, beans and burritos are the initial impression of traditional Mexican fare. With six thousand miles of coastline, Mexico does indeed have a great seafood tradition.

The type of Mexican seafood varies greatly by location and what is available near different coastlines in Mexico. This country’s coastlines – the Pacific to the west and the Gulf to the Atlantic on the east are also reasons for the great variety of seafood in Mexico. The differing bodies of water make great habitats for many types of seafood.

One of the most popular Mexican seafood recipes is ceviche in which the acidity for a lemon or lime actually cooks the fish. Other seafood recipes common to Mexico include grilled seafood paired with an assortment of fruits, vegetables, and sauces. Seafood is often used as protein source for tacos, enchiladas, tostadas and fajitas to replace beef, chicken, pork or legumes. Mexican seafood is a remarkable and delicious aspect of Latin American cuisine.

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