Caution
Aguachile
AguachileRaw shrimp in lime juice with chile-infused liquid.
Garlic-Free Guide to Mexico City Local & Street Food
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Food districts
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Local Foods
Safe to eat
Atole de Pinole (Roasted Ground Corn Atole)
Atole de PinoleWarm beverage from toasted ground corn with cinnamon.
Caution
Chapulines (Toasted Grasshoppers)
ChapulinesToasted grasshoppers seasoned with lime, salt, chile, garlic.
Eat Hot & Fresh
Chicharrón en Salsa Verde
Chicharrón en Salsa VerdePork rinds simmered in tangy tomatillo-based green sauce.
Safe to eat
Chiles en Nogada
Chiles en NogadaStuffed chiles with picadillo, nogada sauce, pomegranate garnish.
Eat Hot & Fresh
Filled Churros
Churros RellenosCrispy fried pastries filled with sweet preparations.
Caution
Escamoles (Ant Larvae/Pupae)
EscamolesAnt larvae with granular texture and nutty flavor.