Whenever the word “authentic” is used in discussions of ethnic cuisine, I always wonder how the term is defined. Which region of Mexico, or India, of China makes the cuisine “authentic?” Do all cooks in that region prepare every dish exactly the same way?
Furthermore, I could care less if so-called ethnic food is “authentic” or not. If it tastes good, I like it.
I prefer authentic NEW Mexico Mexican cooking. I’ll accept authentic Arizona Mexican or Texas Mexican. Most of the Left Coast Mexican...well, I’d have to visit California or Washington state, and WA state is fine once you get 150 miles inland, but still...no rice in my burrito, and if I have to tell you that, I don’t want to eat there.
Authentic Mexican Mexican? Don’t know. Don’t care. If it is close to NEW Mexico Mexican, then OK.