It is an exquisite dessert that is prepared with easily available ingredients and is a true delight from El Salvador that you should definitely try.
Merecumbé is a traditional dessert from El Salvador, prepared with easy-to-find ingredients in the region. Its history dates back to the blend of indigenous and colonial influences, creating a sweet treat with important cultural significance for the community. It is a delicious sample of the rich Salvadoran gastronomy worth tasting.
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Merecumbé
Ingredients
5 Egg whites
½ cup of Sugar
½ tablespoon of Baking powder
Vanilla essence
1 tablespoon of Cornstarch
1 cup of Milk
½ cup of Peach juice
6 tablespoons of Sugar
3 Egg yolks
Vanilla
Preparation
Step 1 : First, blend the egg whites with the baking powder until obtaining a homogeneous mixture.
Step 2 : Then, gradually incorporate the sugar until achieving the desired consistency, which should be a firm peak or soft peak.
Step 3 : Next, pour the meringue into a mold making sure there are no air gaps, and cover with aluminum foil.
Step 4 : Place the mold in a pot with boiling water to cook in a water bath for approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 5 : Once this time has elapsed, remove from heat and let it rest, then flip and refrigerate.
Step 6 : To prepare the milk and caramel sauce, cook the sugar in a pot over medium heat until it forms caramel.
Step 7 : Then, add the milk, stir, and let it boil.
Step 8 : In a separate container, mix the peach juice, egg yolks, and cornstarch, and finally combine it with the caramel and milk mixture.
Step 9 : Once these steps are completed, the dish will be ready to enjoy.
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