Guajolota facts for kids
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| Type | Sandwich |
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| Place of origin |  Mexico |
| Region or state | Mexico City |
| Main ingredients | Bolillo or telera, tamal |
A Guajolota, also called a torta de tamal, is a popular street food from Mexico City. It's basically a sandwich made with a tamal placed inside a special type of bread. This bread is usually a bolillo or a telera, which is a rounder version of the bolillo.
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What is a Guajolota?
A Guajolota is a unique and tasty sandwich. It combines two traditional Mexican foods: a tamal and a type of bread roll. Imagine a warm, soft tamal tucked inside a crusty bread roll. That's a Guajolota! It's a very common breakfast or snack in Mexico City.
Where to Find Guajolotas
You can find people selling tortas de tamal all day long in Mexico City. They are often found near busy places like offices, markets, and schools. On Sunday mornings, you'll see many vendors near churches. It's a quick and easy meal for people on the go.
Types of Tamales
Vendors usually offer many kinds of tamales for your Guajolota. Tamales are made from corn dough, often filled with different ingredients. Some popular fillings include:
- Red mole with chicken: Mole is a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Salsa verde with pork: Salsa verde is a green sauce, often a bit spicy.
- Cheese and chile poblano: This is called "rajas con queso." Poblano chiles are mild peppers.
- "Tamal de dulce": This is a sweet tamal, perfect for those who like a sugary treat.
The Guajolocombo
Many people like to buy a Guajolota with a hot drink called atole. Atole is a warm, thick drink, often made from corn and flavored with fruits or chocolate. When you buy a Guajolota and an atole together, it's known as a "guajolocombo." It's a popular and filling meal combination.
What Does "Guajolota" Mean?
The word "Guajolota" comes from the word "guajolote." This word comes from the Nahuatl language, which was spoken by the Aztec people. In Nahuatl, "huexolotl" or "uexolotl" means turkey. So, "Guajolota" is the feminine form of the word for turkey. It's a fun and unique name for this special sandwich!
See also
In Spanish: Guajolota para niños
