Many Mexicans and Central Americans like to start the day with a spicy meal. Mexicos Imost common food ingredient is the chili pepper, and Mexicans see no reason to skin their favorite spice at breakfast. A spicy sausage called chorizo, as well as eggs and breakfast burritos (fresh tortillas spread with beans, eggs, cheese, and chopped meat) served with hot sauces, are commonly enjoyed with several cups of coffee. Like the Mexicans, the Central Americans enjoy their spicy breakfasts. Their egg dishes, sausages, and fied plantains are all flavored with a variety of peppery seasonings