machaca

Noun

(plural machacas)

A dish prepared from meat baked, simmered and then dried, originating from north Mexico.

Origin

From Spanish machacar (to crush)

Noun

(plural machacas)

A type of planthopper from Central and South America, taxonomic name Fulgora laternaria

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The machaca con huevo, shredded dried beef with eggs, is typical of northern Mexico, and the carnitas, braised pork with a hint of orange flavor, are from Michoacan.

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