Another important aspect of northern cuisine is the presence of wheat, especially in the use of flour tortillas.
The area has at least forty different types of flour tortillas.
Tortillas are baked and then covered in acrylic before they are painted.
Pancheros is known for making their tortillas on site, at the time the order is placed.
Flour tortillas or canned biscuits, rolled thin on a floured surface, cut into strips, are a quick and easy substitute for homemade dough.
There are street foods that use the same corn dough used to make tortillas, but in different preparations.
Other typical dishes are the montucas or corn tamale, stuffed tortillas, and tamales wrapped in plantain leaves.
Carne asada is often served with fresh guacamole, grilled onions, black beans or "frijoles charros", rice, tortillas and fresh salsa.
