There are 11 reasons why beans are so popular in México

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There are 11 reasons why beans are so popular in
México
Beans are central to Mexican food, appearing in
nearly every dish. So, what is it about beans
that makes them so famous in Mexico? Beans are
popular in Mexico because they have distinct
flavors that pair well with a variety of spices
or flavorings, they were once used as currency in
the area, and they store well in warm climates
like Mexico. Beans are less expensive than meat
and a nutritious complement to any meal.
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Beans Are Essential for Mexican Cuisine
Beans you can find opposite any entree in any
authentic Mexican dish. Beans, you will get on
the tables of the upper class as well as the
lower class, and everyone in between. From beans
to tortillas to rice, street vendors offer it
all. Every home has a pot of beans that people
use on a regular basis. And every home cook
understands how to cook beans.
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Several Flavorful Dishes are Inspired by the Many
Bean varieties
There are an infinite number of bean varieties,
each with its own distinct taste and texture.
There are nearly 40,000 different types of beans
in the globe, but only a few of them are commonly
consumed. That being said, various bean types
inspire different dishes in Mexico. This includes
such as black beans with a spicy pork dish or
pinto beans served with tacos.
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Once upon a time, Beans were used as currency
While not strictly beans like pinto or kidney
beans, the ancient Mayan society used cocoa beans
as currency to barter with the Aztec culture for
items such as clothing, tobacco, and other food
items. Europeans also paid their employees in
cacao beans, the forerunner to chocolate. They
also exchanged regular beans for products or
services during the period of bartering.
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Canned Beans Keep Well
Because of Mexicos hot and dry climate, they
require food that keeps well in that environment,
and dried beans meet that prerequisite. Dry beans
usually have their own section in the cupboard.
In contrast to the United States, there is always
a space designated for beans, whether in burlap
sacks or plastic bags. Pantries in the United
States has the stocked of canned beans, canned
vegetables, and other products.
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