The province of Alicante is known for its delicious food. gastronomy Combining Mediterranean and traditional influences. This Alicante cuisine It is characterized by the use of fresh ingredients and intense flavors that make its dishes a unique culinary experience.
HE rice It is the protagonist of many typical dishes of the region, but there are other delicious preparations in Alicante’s gastronomy that you cannot miss. Here we collect some.
lots of rice
Alicante gastronomy is known for its worldwide recognition. excellence of rice dishes and lots of rice that star food. If we save the traditional recipe, we can see that some of the main ingredients are rice, white bait, cuttlefish, shrimp and of course ñora.
While preparing and perfecting it, it is very important to choose the type of short grain rice and to consider the amount we put in, to control the cooking time very well and not to mix it while cooking.
hulled rice
This the food is unique to Elche and Vega Baja and it’s about cooking rice the traditional way but in a very special way. Finally, you have to put scrambled eggs on top and finish baking in the oven for it to be gorgeous.
Alicante
Alicante olleta is one of the most delicious spoon dishes of Alicante gastronomy. It contains beans, lentils and rice and is ideal for drinking very hot on days when the cold is more oppressive.
broth with balls
Also known as “Putxero amb piletes”, it has its roots in the peasant cuisine of Alicante and is also the perfect ally to combat the cold during the winter months. The combination of meat and vegetables makes it a very nutritious and complete meal.
Gachamiga, typical dish of Vinalopó
Gachamiga is the typical dish of cities such as Elda, Petrer, Monóvar, Pinoso or La Romana. It is a very tasty dense pasta made with wheat flour, garlic, oil, water and salt.
Typical food of Alcoy: pericana
Perica has its origins in the interior of the Alicante mountains and is made with chamomile, ñoras, chorizo peppers, garlic, tomatoes and olive oil. It is ideal to be consumed as a mid-day snack or as a starter for the main meal of the day.
Coca Della
Among the most typical desserts of the province, coca de llanda, which is made mainly in the L’Alacantí region, stands out. This type of cake, which can be eaten in all seasons of the year, draws attention with its unique almond flavor.
Marina Baixa’s dessert is sweet potato pastissos
These delicious desserts contain sweet potatoes and are native to the Benidorm region and surrounding areas.