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Best books to learn Mexican cooking, in order

Mexican cuisine rewards learning its grammar before its recipes: chiles and salsas first — the flavor foundation — then masa and tortillas, then the great regional dishes. A sequenced path takes you past Tex-Mex into one of the world's deepest cuisines, one technique at a time.

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Frequently asked questions

How should I approach learning mexican cooking?
Mexican cuisine rewards learning its grammar before its recipes: chiles and salsas first — the flavor foundation — then masa and tortillas, then the great regional dishes. A sequenced path takes you past Tex-Mex into one of the world's deepest cuisines, one technique at a time.
What's a good book to start mexican cooking with?
A strong starting point is Authentic Mexican 20th Anniversary Ed by Rick Bayless. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after mexican cooking?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Cooking fundamentals, Hot sauce making, Italian home cooking.

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