I've always been fascinated by frutas cristalizadas (candied fruits). I spotted these in the Mercado de Coyoacán a few weeks ago during my visit to Mexico City. Pictured clockwise from left: naranjas (oranges) that were hollowed out, tunas verdes y rojas (green and red prickly pears), chabacanos (apricots) and higos (figs). My favorite kind is calabaza cristalizada (candied pumpkin), and I brought back a big piece that I don't plan to share.
- What's your favorite kind of fruta cristalizada?
Leslie @ La Cocina de Leslie says
Yummm! I love fruta cristalizada! My favorites are the pumpkin and visnaga. ♥ Oh how I wish I had paid more attention to when my abuelita used to make dulce de calabaza. Hers was the best I've ever had! 😛
Bisq_it says
Just came back from Mexico and I am craving these hardcore. Any idea where can I get these in NYC?!