tacos dorados
/takos doɾados/from spelling rules
In Spanish, rolled tacos are called tacos dorados.
This phrase refers specifically to tacos made with tortillas rolled around a filling and then deep-fried until they are crisp. While the word tacos can refer to many different styles of Mexican cuisine, tacos dorados identifies this specific fried version.
What does it mean word for word?
The word dorados literally means golden, which refers to the golden-brown color the tacos achieve through the deep-frying process.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term tacos dorados is particularly popular in Mexico.
How does it change in a sentence?
If you are referring to a single rolled taco, you must change the adjective to the singular form taco dorado.
Did you know?
- In some regions of Mexico, tacos dorados are called flautas because their long, thin shape resembles the flutes used by musicians.
- Although dorados refers to the color, these tacos are conceptually grouped with antojitos, a term meaning 'little cravings' used for Mexican street snacks.
- While dorados means 'golden', these tacos are often served with a dollop of crema, a thick cultured cream that is saltier and thinner than American sour cream.
Examples in context
- Quisiera ordenar unos tacos enrollados, por favor.I would like to order some rolled tacos, please.
- Me encantan los tacos flauta, especialmente cuando están bien crujientesI love rolled tacos, especially when they are really crispy.
- Me encantan los tacos dorados de carne.I love beef rolled tacos.
- ¿Quieres pedir unos tacos dorados para la cena?Do you want to order some rolled tacos for dinner?
- Los tacos dorados están muy crujientes.The rolled tacos are very crispy.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are deciding what to eat at a Mexican restaurant.
- MaríaTengo mucha hambre, Daniel.I am very hungry, Daniel.
- DanielPodemos comer unos tacos dorados.We can eat some rolled tacos.
- María¡Sí! Esos tacos dorados se ven deliciosos.Yes! Those rolled tacos look delicious.
- DanielPerfecto, los pediré ahora mismo.Perfect, I will order them right now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
