A taco 's a traditional Mexican dish composed of a corn or wheat tortilla folded or rolled around a filling. A taco can be made with a variety of fillings, including beef, mutton, shellfish, vegetables and cheese, allowing for great versatility and variety. A taco's generally eaten without utensils and's often accompanied by a garnish such as salsa and vegetables such as cilantro, tomatoes, onions and lettuce. Traditional tacos There're many traditional varieties of taco: Tacos de Asador ("spit… (More on Taco)