Morcón facts for kids
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| Course | Sausage |
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| Place of origin | Spain |
| Region or state | Salamanca, Andalusia and Extremadura |
| Main ingredients | pork, paprika, garlic and salt |
Morcón is a type of sausage that comes from Spain. It is very similar to chorizo, which is another well-known Spanish sausage. You can find Morcón especially in the regions of Andalusia, Extremadura, and the province of Salamanca.
What is Morcón?
Morcón is made mainly from lean pork meat, which means it does not have a lot of fat. A key difference from other sausages is that the meat is put into a part of the pig's large intestine. This gives Morcón its special shape and size.
How is Morcón Flavored?
The delicious taste of Morcón comes from its special mix of spices, called a marinade. The main ingredients used are paprika, garlic, and salt. These spices give Morcón its unique flavor and often a reddish color. Because Morcón is a thick sausage, it needs a long time to mature. This long aging process helps it develop its full, rich taste.
Morcón in the Philippines
In the Philippines, the word "Morcón" means something different. There, it is a dish where thin slices of beef or pork are rolled up. These meat rolls are often filled with ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, ham, other sausages, carrots, and slices of pickled cucumber. The rolled meat is usually cooked by stewing and then frying. Once it cools down, it is sliced and served.
See also
In Spanish: Morcón para niños
