The exquisite traditional food of Jalisco derives from the combination of pre-Hispanic ingredients with some brought by the Spanish during the colonial era; moreover, it is also influenced by the great biodiversity, climate, and its geographical location on the Pacific coastal area. Tasting the foods of Jalisco is an unmatched experience, and we show you this with 5 typical dishes that you must know.

Birria Nothing beats an authentic birria from Jalisco! It is worth mentioning that there are 125 different styles of birria depending on the municipality, but generally, it is a dish made with chopped goat meat, marinated and cooked in a boiled tomato sauce. A good plate of birria must include chopped onion, lime, warm tortillas, and a spicy chili sauce.

Torta ahogada

The most recognized typical dish of Guadalajara in the country is the classic torta ahogada. This succulent torta stands out from others thanks to its soft and crunchy bread, the birote, which is filled with Jalisco-style carnitas and drenched in a spicy Yahualica chili sauce, originating from the Highlands of Jalisco. Are you craving it yet?



Pacholas

Another gem of traditional Jalisco cuisine is the pacholas, delicious patties made of beef milanesa with chorizo, aromatic herbs, and spices ground in a metate. Could that be the secret to their great flavor, or is it that they are cooked on a griddle? If you decide to try them, don’t forget to pair them with some pork beans.

Pozole tapatío

Although pozole is a dish you can find almost anywhere in Mexico, there is no seasoning like that of Jalisco. The pozole jalisciense is also prepared with cacahuazintle corn grains and pork meat, but it includes different spices and is distinguished by a touch of red chilies.

Capirotada

One of the most emblematic desserts in Mexico is precisely the capirotada, the typical dessert of Jalisco that is most consumed during Holy Week due to its religious connotation. The bread in the capirotada represents the body of Christ, the honey represents His blood, the cinnamon symbolizes the cross, and the cloves represent the nails of the cross.

Definitely, the cuisine of Jalisco is full of flavor and culture, so you cannot miss any of these typical dishes from Jalisco; which one is your favorite?