7 Weird Foods Mexicans Eat - Page 5 of 8

Escamoles

After Chinicuiles, you should also try Escamoles or ant larvae. Escamoles were once a common food during the Prehispanic times, but now, it’s a delicacy known as “the Mexican caviar.”

These light-colored eggs harvested from maguey plants have a poppy texture and a slightly nutty taste. Some even say that their taste is similar to pork rinds.

Escamoles are often pan-fried and found in tacos or omelets. They can also be eaten alone with guacamole and tortillas.