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You're not likely to find halal offerings at many Mexican restaurants in the country.
But then again, this is not anywhere in the country.
Mexican steakhouse El Asador at 1312 Springwells St. plans to start offering halal meats for most signature dishes, reports Maria Serena Daniels of Metro Times. Chef-owner Luis Garza says he offers halal to accommodate the large Muslim population locally.
Daniels writes:
Starting Jan. 31, the southwest Detroit Mexican steakhouse menu will offer most of its signature dishes in the traditional method, which means abstaining from the use of alcohol, pork, or meat that's not been slaughtered in accordance with Islamic law. Only the pork chorizo will be non-halal, which Garza assures will be cooked separate from other dishes.
Garza says he decided to make the switch after talking with some of his Muslim customers, who told him they loved the spot's vegetarian and seafood options, but could not partake in the strips, fajitas, and other beef and poultry dishes that are popular to the menu.
