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One of the reasons many domestic travelers visit the Huastec Region of Mexico is to enjoy the delicious ethnic dish called zacahuil.
Zacahuil translates as bocado grande, Spanish for big bite. The word derives from one of the many Maya dialects specifically the Huastec or Téenek.
When I traveled to Xilitla, one of my beloved towns in Mexico, I had the opportunity to eat this succulent dish for the first time. It is delicious to say the least; smoky in flavor and the meat in the dish provides enough protein needed to start a new day full of activities or just to start a regular workday.
The livelihood of many families in Xilitla depends upon this dish as it provides the means to generate income and support their families.
This video showcases the long process of making zacahuil, which is usually prepared by the women, just like most…
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19 thoughts on “Zacahuil – An ancient culinary tradition started by the Ancient Aztecs, still practiced today”
Rhonda Sittig
Your whole Mexico food adventure has been amazing Vero!! I’ve been wishing all along I could join in! xo
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you, Rhonda! Mexican adventure was great, I am going to post about it.. Probably during the weekend (as I need to find a bit of time as we are going to be moving soon 😍)!
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Rhonda Sittig
Moving?! That sounds a bit daunting. Will you be closer to work?? Have you found a new place yet? Hope it all goes smoothly… hugs hugs!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Yes, moving. We found a house with garden so much better than now… 🙂 and it is going to be on half way to my work (new work! 🙂 ) and the same to my husband´s work… It is scary and exciting together! 🙂 Hugs!!
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Rhonda Sittig
I know– so many big changes can be a little scary (& exciting!!) Glad you found a home you love– with a garden for Canito!! I think you have a lot of work ahead for you! Hoping it all goes smoothly… xox
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Carol
A wonderful video I love reading about long-held food traditions…Thank you for sharing Vero x
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Thank you very much, Carol! 🙂 I needed to share this video, traditions should be kept! 🙂 Have a great day! ❤
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Brizzy Mays Books and Bruschetta
Who knew that food could be so interesting. Thanks for sharing
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Right? 🙂 Thank you very much for stopping by! 🙂 I am really glad, you like it.
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mistimaan
Loved it
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❤
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Megala
Interesting food tradition !
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you, Megala! 😉 it definitely is!
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Rini
Great share Vero!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you very much, Rini! 🙂
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a little Swiss, a little Canadian
Very interesting! Love videos or movies like that! xo
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Thank you! 💞
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My Real Dish
Going to share this with my students!
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Vero and Canito in the kitchen
Ah, thank you so much! It’s definitely interesting and good to share traditions 😍
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