La Costena Huitlacoche 380g
La Costeña Huitlacoche, often called “Mexican truffle,” is a 380g can of this rare and unique fungus that naturally grows on corn cobs. Known for its earthy, rich flavour, huitlacoche is a treasured ingredient in Mexican cuisine and is perfect for enhancing the taste of traditional dishes.
Perfect For: Huitlacoche makes a wonderful filling for quesadillas, tamales, and tacos, adding a unique, mushroom-like flavour. It’s also a delicious addition to soups, stews, and sauces, bringing depth and authenticity to Mexican recipes. Its distinct taste complements tortilla-based dishes and pairs well with cheeses, meats, and vegetables.
How to Use: Drain and add the huitlacoche directly into your recipe. For quesadillas or tacos, spoon the huitlacoche onto a tortilla with cheese and cook until warm and melty. In soups and stews, stir it in towards the end to add an earthy flavour to your dish.
Why You’ll Love It: La Costeña Huitlacoche brings a rare, authentic taste of Mexico to your kitchen. Its earthy, umami-rich flavour offers a new culinary experience, ideal for those who love exploring traditional Mexican ingredients and adding depth to their dishes. Perfect for authentic recipes or trying something new, this delicacy is a must-try for food adventurers.
Storage:
Keep in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate.
Huitlacoche, condiments, vegetable oil, jalapeno peppers, and iodized salt.
Allergens: May contain wheat (gluten), soy, milk, celery, and monosodium glutamate
Suitable for: Vegetarians
Nutritional information (per 100g) | |
Energy: | 267kJ/64kcal |
Fat: | 4g |
- of which saturates: | 0g |
Carbohydrate: | 4g |
- of which sugars: | 2g |
Dietary Fibre: | 4g |
Protein: | 3g |
Salt: | 1.2g |