Traditional Mexican Foods

Many Hungarian recipes share some characteristics with the cuisine of neighbouring countries, however Hungarian cuisine does also include its own distinctive elements and unique dishes. One of these is the widespread use of paprika. Paprika, is used to enliven the flavor of many dishes - some people say that this is a unique Hungarian innovation, whereas attribute it to the influence of the Ottoamn Turks who occupied much of Hungary from 1526 to 1699.
The soup and salad selection includes the perennial Mexican favorite, tortilla soup, a delightful cream of roasted tomato, and Isabella’s salad, a blend of fresh greens, mango, pecan and goat cheese with a raspberry vinaigrette. Our tasty BBQ chicken and Fajita salads are even hearty enough for a main course.

Traditional Mexican recipes are the products of pre-Hispanic traditions. Contributions from the Aztecs and Maya cultures are combined with culinary expertise of the Spanish colonists, to churn out delicacies that once charmed the conquistadores. Traditional Mexican dishes explore the tastes of beef, turkey, chicken, pork and vegetables, stirred in wine and splashed with salsas made from garlic and onion. Hints of pre-Columbian preparations with tomato, maize, avocado, pineapple, beans, squash and sweet potato are seen in Mexican foods such as chilaquiles casseroles and quesadillas. Traditional Mexican food celebrates the appetite whetting flavors of vegetables, meats and seafood, while catering to the need for a balanced diet. Tempting burritos, tamales, mole, chiles en nogada, cabrito, machaca and milanesas are all part of internationally acclaimed menus today.

Looking for the Mexican dishes you know and love? You’ll find all your favorites on the menu at Hacienda Sisal. We take ingredients from all over Mexico, cook them according to time-honored family recipes and add a dash of inspiration to prepare a delicious dining experience with something for everyone.

We pride ourselves on the freshness of our ingredients - so much so that the kitchen motto is “always fresh, always flavorful!” Regardless of your choice, you will always be able to taste the difference, whether it’s in the guacamole prepared tableside, the locally caught shrimp or our salsas. If you like your sauces with a bit of heat, be sure to try our special salsa made with the Yucatan’s famous chili habanero, our waiters call it llorarás which means you’ll cry in Spanish.

Start the evening with one of our appetizers traditional Mexican appetizers or crispy golden-fried calamari, shrimp and lobster cocktail, seafood ceviche, a Mexican Fiesta platter to share or our shredded beef tostadas.
The Republic of Hungary famous for its unique language, interesting history and culture, and its curious and flavorsome cuisine. For all these reasons, as well as the beauty of the Hungarian capital, Budapest, the country has become one of the world's leading tourist destinations. If you visit Hungary, whether for a vacation or business, you may well find yourself longing for the taste of Hungarian cuisine after you return home.