A glorious pork butt makes this new torta ahogada from Carnitas El Momo a must-eat

The messiest sandwich in Los Angeles might also be the best.
Jenn Harris • Los Angeles Times • June 6, 2022
Torta ahogada and mulitas from Carnitas El Momo The torta ahogada at the new Carnitas El Momo in Monterey Park is a beautiful, massive sandwich. The dish is near and dear to chef and co-owner Vanessa Hermosillo, who grew up in Juanacatlán,...
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