Teja (confectionery) facts for kids
Teja cut in half showing filling: manjar blanco and candied lemon rind
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| Type | Confectionery |
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| Place of origin | Peru |
| Region or state | Ica Region |
| Main ingredients | Manjar blanco, dried fruits or nuts |
| Variations | Chocotejas |
A teja is a delicious, sweet treat from Peru. It looks a bit like a small dumpling. Tejas are filled with a creamy sweet paste called manjar blanco, which is similar to dulce de leche. They also contain either dried fruits or nuts. The outside of a teja is usually a soft, sugary coating. There are also chocolate versions of this candy, which are called chocotejas.
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What is a Teja?
A teja is a special candy that comes from the Ica Region in Peru. Imagine a small, round sweet that's packed with flavor. It's a popular confectionery item, meaning it's a type of candy or sweet food.
What's Inside a Teja?
The main part of a teja is its yummy filling.
- Manjar blanco: This is a very sweet and creamy paste. It's made from milk and sugar, cooked slowly until it becomes thick. It tastes a lot like dulce de leche, which is also a popular sweet in Latin America.
- Fruits or Nuts: Along with the manjar blanco, tejas often have pieces of dried fruit inside. Common choices include figs or pecans. Sometimes, they have different kinds of nuts instead of fruit.
Different Kinds of Tejas
Most tejas have a soft, fondant-like shell on the outside. Fondant is a sweet, sugary icing that's often used on cakes.
- Classic Tejas: These have the traditional sugar coating.
- Chocotejas: These are a fun twist on the classic teja. Instead of a sugar shell, they are covered in chocolate. The name "chocotejas" comes from combining "chocolate" and "tejas."
Where Do Tejas Come From?
Tejas are a traditional candy from the Ica Region of Peru. This region is known for its delicious sweets and desserts. People in Peru enjoy tejas as a snack or a dessert. They are also popular gifts.
See also
- In Spanish: Teja (dulce) para niños
