2.21.2012

The Importance Of Mexican Sugar And Its Many Uses

By Maude Moses


Mexican sugar, or piloncillo, is an unrefined, whole cane product used by Mexicans to create amazing art and tasteful dishes and drinks. This product is the first and largest harvest in this location and is considered the most important. Piloncillo harvest land is almost double the land used to harvest other produce.

Mexicans have celebrated the day of the dead for centuries, and during this celebratory time, they make colorful skulls decorated and dedicated to their departed loved ones. This art is made from piloncillo, which is the base and key ingredient used to create these gravestone decorations. Brightly colored foil and icing are two other ingredients used along with this product.

These sugary skulls are then placed at grave sites to remember the deceased, most skulls can last up to a year if made and preserved correctly. The piloncillo used to make this traditional art is also used in desserts and drinks as well.

So not only do Mexicans get to be creative with this expensive but worth it product, cooks and chefs all over the world can use it, and do. Piloncillo is widely available in millions of markets and grocery stores everywhere, making it accessible to anyone looking to sweeten their favorite drink or dessert.

Piloncillo is not just used in Mexico, but is used and valued all over the world by kitchens both public and private. Chefs and cooks value its long lasting shelf life and its ability to be used in so many different creations.

Going online and researching this topic can prove beneficial to those interested in finding out more, purchasing, and even using this Mexican sugar. It has many uses and can be found in a wide variety of markets and grocers at varied prices.




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