Tacos originated in Mexico and are now popular worldwide.¹⁾

The word “taco” likely comes from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztecs.²⁾

Tacos have been around for centuries, with evidence of their existence dating back to the 18th century.³⁾

Traditional Mexican tacos consist of a tortilla filled with various ingredients.⁴⁾

The tortilla is typically made from corn or wheat flour.⁵⁾

Tacos can be either soft or hard-shell, depending on the type of tortilla used.⁶⁾

Soft-shell tacos are made with a pliable tortilla, while hard-shell tacos are crispy and fried.⁷⁾

There are countless varieties of tacos, each with its own unique filling and toppings.⁸⁾

Some popular taco fillings include beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, fish, and vegetables.⁹⁾

Tacos are often seasoned with a variety of spices and herbs, such as cumin, chili powder, and cilantro.¹⁰⁾

Tacos can be topped with various garnishes, including salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and lettuce.¹¹⁾

Taco trucks and stands are popular in many cities, offering a wide range of taco options.¹²⁾

The first official taco recipe was published in a Mexican cookbook in 1898.¹³⁾

Tacos al pastor, made with marinated pork cooked on a vertical rotisserie, are a favorite in Mexico.¹⁴⁾

In Mexico, street tacos are a popular and affordable option sold by local vendors.¹⁵⁾

The United States celebrates National Taco Day on October 4th each year.¹⁶⁾

Taco Bell, a fast-food chain, has popularized tacos in the United States.¹⁷⁾

The world's most expensive taco costs $25,000 and is filled with Kobe beef, lobster, black truffle brie cheese, and gold leaf.¹⁸⁾

In 2018, Mexico broke the record for the longest taco, measuring 134 feet.¹⁹⁾

The city of Mexicali and Cocinex SA de CV created the world's heaviest flour taco on March 8, 2003, in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, weighing 750 kilograms (1,654 lb).²⁰⁾

Taco festivals are held in various cities around the world, celebrating the beloved food. ²¹⁾

Taco Tuesday is a popular tradition in many places, offering taco specials on Tuesdays.²²⁾

Taco seasoning mixes are available in grocery stores, making it easier to prepare tacos at home.²³⁾

The taco emoji 🌮 was introduced in 2015 as part of Unicode 8.0.²⁴⁾

The first recorded mention of a taco in the United States was in 1905 in a newspaper article.²⁵⁾

Some regional Mexican tacos include cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork), barbacoa (slow-cooked meat), and carnitas (fried or braised pork).²⁶⁾

Taco salads are a variation where the taco ingredients are served on a bed of lettuce instead of inside a tortilla.²⁷⁾

Taco seasoning often includes a combination of spices like chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.²⁸⁾

The state of Texas in the United States is known for its Tex-Mex style tacos, which often feature beef, cheese, and spicy salsas.²⁹⁾

The Baja California region in Mexico is famous for its fish tacos, typically made with deep-fried fish, cabbage, and creamy sauce.³⁰⁾