Canarian gastronomy
Canarian gastronomy is known for its wide variety of flavours and traditional dishes that reflect the rich history and culture of the Canary Islands.
Some highlights of Canarian gastronomy
- Papas arrugadas: Papas arrugadas are an iconic dish of the Canary Islands. They are small potatoes cooked in water with sea salt and then boiled until the skin wrinkles. They are served with mojo, a traditional Canarian sauce, which can be green (mojo verde) or red (mojo rojo), made with ingredients such as garlic, olive oil, pepper, cumin and vinegar.
Gofio: Gofio is a toasted flour made from cereals or legumes, such as wheat or corn. It is a staple in Canarian gastronomy and is used in a variety of dishes, such as escaldón (a kind of thick soup made with gofio and fish stock) or as a base for traditional desserts.
Rabbit in salmorejo: Rabbit in salmorejo is a typical dish of Canarian cuisine. It consists of rabbit meat marinated in a mixture of spices, such as garlic, pepper, cumin, bay leaf and vinegar, and then simmered. It is usually served with wrinkled potatoes.- Ropa vieja: Ropa vieja is a dish of shredded meat stewed with chickpeas, potatoes, onions, peppers and garlic. It is a very tasty and comforting dish, and its name comes from the appearance of the shredded meat.
- Sancocho canario: Sancocho canario is a traditional fish dish eaten in the Canary Islands. It is made by cooking different types of fish, such as wreckfish (abadejo), vieja (sama), cabrilla (cabracho) or pargo, together with potatoes and sweet potatoes in a fish stock. It is usually served with mojo and gofio.
- Bienmesabe: Bienmesabe is a Canarian dessert made with ground almonds, honey, sugar, eggs and lemon. It has a pudding-like consistency and is very tasty. It is served cold and is a popular dessert in the Canary Islands.
These are just a few examples of the rich gastronomy of the Canary Islands. The cuisine of the Canary Islands is diverse and full of unique flavours that are worth exploring if you have the opportunity to visit these beautiful islands.
Visit our restaurant Asador La Camella to enjoy some of the best gastronomy on the island.
