Through the innovative use of cheese, lard, and deep-fat fryers, Mexican restaurant chains and fast-food joints have accomplished the unthinkable: They turned a healthy cuisine based on corn, rice, and beans into a nutritional disaster. According to an analysis by the Center For Science in the Public Interest a single chile relleno platter can pack as much saturated fat as 27 slices of bacon. But whether you're cooking at home or dining out, you can still enjoy the flavors of Mexico without busting your fat budget. Take this short quiz to see how much you know about healthy, low-fat Mexican dining.
First published Apr 28, 1999
Last updated Feb 14, 2007
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