Slow-Cooked Goodness A Taste Of Mexico By Azteca Foods

Mexican Barbacoa, An Authentic And Flavorful Dish

Mexican cuisine is known for its bold flavors, rich spices, and unique cooking techniques. One of the most popular dishes in Mexican cuisine is Barbacoa, a slow-cooked meat dish that is enjoyed by people across the country.

Barbacoa is a traditional Mexican dish that consists of slow-cooked meat, typically beef or lamb, that is seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs. The meat is traditionally cooked underground, using hot coals and maguey leaves to create a smoky and tender flavor. While the traditional method is still used in some parts of Mexico, most Barbacoa is now cooked in a slow cooker or pressure cooker.

Barbacoa in Kenya, Azteca Foods

Catherine, a chef at Azteca Foods Mexican Restaurant, has been preparing Barbacoa for over a decade. She learned the recipe from Manuel, a friend of her brother-in-law who visited the house often. He made it to sell to his neighbors and called it BARBACOA DE LA CASA VIEJA (barbacoa in the old house). Catherine would go at least 3 times a week. He had a pit and while they prepared the lamb meat, he would fill the pit with firewood and light it. When ready, they would wrap the meat in cactus leaves and bury the meat overnight. The first night, Catherine could not understand why they had to bury the meat overnight or if it would even cook, she kept wondering if the fire would go off during the night. Early in the morning, they went to Casa Vieja, to unbury the meat. She was surprised to find that the meat was cooked. She realized that in Mexico, people had Barbacoa for breakfast during Sunday brunches.

Catherine has been making Barbacoa in Kenya, since opening her restaurant Azteca Foods Ltd, where she prepares side dishes and also all to do with Mexican cuisine.

Side Dishes That Go Well With Barbacoa

Barbacoa is typically served with a variety of side dishes that complement its bold flavors. Some of the most popular side dishes that go well with Barbacoa include:

Rice and beans
Corn tortillas
Burritos
Guacamole
Salsa
Pico de gallo
Cilantro
Lime wedges
Sour cream

New Addition to the Menu: Delicious Burritos

We’re excited to announce that we’ve added a new item to our menu – burritos! By popular demand, we’ve added this classic Mexican dish to our repertoire. We invite you to come and try our delicious burritos today. And as a special opening offer, when you purchase one of our vegetarian burritos, you’ll receive a second one absolutely free – but hurry, this offer is only valid until April 2nd, 2023! Come and taste the best Mexican food in AztecA and enjoy our new addition to the menu.