South-of-the-Border Snack is a term used to describe snacks that are popular in Latin American countries. Two examples of these snacks are the taco and the empanada. The taco is a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a corn or wheat tortilla filled with various ingredients such as meat, cheese, vegetables, and salsa. The empanada is a pastry turnover filled with savory ingredients such as beef, chicken, or cheese. Both the taco and the empanada are popular snacks in Latin American countries and are often served as appetizers or snacks.