Top 5 Gluten Free Things to Eat & Drink in Mexico

7/27/2017

With corn tortilla tacos available on almost every corner, it's hard to go hungry while eating gluten free in Mexico. While I could eat tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there were a couple of other gluten free things that I did enjoy while in this beautiful country, including a "sandwich" that I fell in love with. Check out the list below and let me know your favorite gluten free eats while in Mexico!

Tacos

No list for Mexico would EVER be complete without tacos. It's number one on the list and rightly so. Tacos are a staple in Mexico and you can find it on almost every street corner, and you'll probably find several vendors vying for your business. Also luckily for you gluten free-ers, most stands and shops use corn tortillas. And even more lucky for all of us foodies, most stands hand make their corn tortillas daily and sometimes on the spot. Don't miss these mouth watering treats.

Gorditas

I discovered these amazing sandwiches when I wandered into a Sunday swap meet in Rosarita with my friend. They are sandwiches made with corn dough. They hand press the corn into buns, toast/grill it in oil and stuff it with your flavoring of choice, such as chicken or crispy pork. I had mine with crispy pork and it was to die for. You can check out my first taste in this video here. â€‹

â€‹Flan

This egg based custard-y dessert is a pillow of soft, sugary heaven. This dessert was first created by the Romans and the Spaniards were the first to top it with sweet caramel sauce. Mexicans though took it to another level and created variations of this classic dessert, including chocolate, coconut, and coffee. However, I find the classic the best of all.

Ceviche â€‹

The ceviche is incredible. There are so many versions of it. My personal favorite they have almost everything in it, octopus, scallops, oysters, and shrimp. It's delicious, filled with protein, and totally gluten free.

â€‹Coca Cola â€‹

You will not be able to go back to American Coke after having a sip of Mexican coke. Unlike American Coke, which is made with corn syrup, Mexican Coke is made with real cane sugar. It tastes "pure". Pick up a few bottles to bring back home. I know I do whenever I go.

Bonus - Tequila!

â€‹All good stories begin with tequila. And great stories when you enjoy tequila in Mexico. Thank goodness tequila is made from agave plant, making it gluten free. It's my go to liquor of choice as a Celiac, and definitely my go to liquor of choice when in Mexico. If you can afford it and want to really enjoy, try Don Julio 1942 a premium tequila that has no burn. When I drink that, I don't get a hangover, even if I have 5 shots.

â€‹ Important Travel Tip

Do NOT drink water unless it's a sealed water bottle! Water from the tap is VERY questionable and can cause major stomach issues. Ensure that the sealed cap on the water bottles has not been tampered with. Some people will take empty water bottles, fill it up with water from the tap, "seal" it, then sell it to tourists to make a buck. Also remember ice can be contaminated if the ice machine is hooked up to tap water without filters. Be vigilant when served drinks with ice as well. When in doubt, don't drink it.