El Faro Spicy Banderillas, 400g

The product El Faro Banderillas Picantes is a traditional Spanish tapa (appetizer) in the form of pickled vegetable skewers. They are known for their spicy and zesty flavor.

What are Banderillas?

"Banderillas" are a popular Spanish form of mixed pickles or vegetable skewers. The name derives from the colorful, barbed sticks (banderillas) used in bullfighting, as the skewers are colorful and pointed.

Taste and Texture

• Taste: The taste is a combination of sour-spicy from the vinegar marinade and piquant-hot from the chili or hot pepper.

• Texture: The ingredients are crisp and firm (crujiente), making them a refreshing and invigorating snack.

• Aroma: Typically intense due to the vinegar and pickled spices.

Main Ingredients

El Faro Banderillas Picantes consist of various vegetables and fruits pickled in vinegar, threaded onto small wooden skewers.

Typical ingredients include:

1. Gherkin (Pepinillo)

2. Green olive (often pitted, can be filled with pimento paste)

3. Silver onion or small onion pieces

4. Bell pepper or small, mild chili peppers (Toreras)

5. Chili or hot pepper (responsible for the spiciness, Picante)

Marinade: The ingredients are pickled in a mixture of water, wine vinegar (contains sulfites), and salt.

Usage

Banderillas are the ideal, ready-to-eat snack for:

• Tapas: A must-have on any tapas platter, often served as an aperitif.

• Side dish: Goes excellently with cheese, sausage (e.g., Fuetec or Chorizo), or with a cold beer or wine.

• Party snack: A colorful and uncomplicated snack.