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Initially, pozole was not just a humble family recipe but a ceremonial dish associated with the Aztec civilization. Historical accounts reveal that it was prepared using maize and—quite shockingly—human flesh during sacrificial rites aimed at honoring deities. The preparation involved cooking the maize and combining it with bits of the sacrificed meat, seasoned only with salt, which reflected the ceremonial nature of the dish rather than daily sustenance.