To start I had scallops in a rich chili sauce.
The food of the common people is chiefly made up of Indian corn, beans, red peppers and " tomatoes," There are about 50 known species of beans (Phaseolus) in Mexico and Central America, and probably a dozen species of red peppers (Capsicum) which are used both in seasoning and in making chili sauce.
The " tomato " or " tomatillo " mentioned, is the fruit of the Physalis ixocarpa, sometimes called the " strawberry tomato " and the " Mexican groundcherry," which is used with red peppers to make chili sauce.
Stir-fry for a minute or two until barely tender, then add the bean sprouts, soy sauce and chili sauce.
Serve with nuoc cham or some sweet chili sauce or soy for dipping.
