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| - The other day I had a craving for Pozole...I searched and found Pozoleria Guerrero...and not being a car owner, waited for the 3 bus...a half hour late, I got on the bus, hoping that my trip would be worthwhile. A smiling face greeted me from the cash register and I ordered the red, with additional "heat" to take out A relatively short wait brought a large bag.
Another wait for the bus, and I arrived home. The package contained the soup, another some crunchy ChicharrĂ³n, and another a lime, avocado, and chopped onion and lettuce. The portion of soup was large, with large pieces of pulled meat and lots of tender hominy.
Honestly, I was almost intoxicated...this was something special. All too often, Pozole and Menudo are often watery, greasy concoctions...decent, but I'd honestly never realized that this dish, in the right hands, could knock me off my feet. Not for spiciness, but for deep.rich flavor, offered with the perfect garnishes and substantial amounts of meat and hominy.
I just came back from my second trip tonight, where I brought a friend (I'd been raving to her about this place) who (not a pozole/menudo fan) was also stunned by how good it was...as was her mate. This is why Pozole is such a popular dish in Mexico...it's hearty, tasty, satisfying and a meal unto itself. This is the place where you get "the good stuff"...not messed around with, not tarted up and pricey. If you're lookng for atmosphere, brilliant presentations, or interpretations of Mexican cuisine...this isn't your place. People crabbing about the part of town it's in...I'm sure there's a Taco Bell, Chipotle or some other chain restaurant near you...but some of the best restaurants can't afford the location and frills.
But, if your looking for food with heart and soul...take a trip to the real world and some wonderful Polozole....
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