Jijona nougat, also known as soft nougat (we will later explain why) is the perfect sweet, which is typically consumed during Christmas time.
Christmas is a very special moment for every Spanish person. We get together with our whole family, people are happy, we receive some gifts from Magi, but just if we have been kind… But, above all, this is a time firmly marked in our calendars as it is the season when we eat Jijona nougat.
Jijona nougat is essential in Christmas lunches and dinners. Christmas sweet platters are the delicious final touch of these meetings. Shortbread cookies (polvorones) and buns, marzipans, sugared almonds, wide variety of nougats, but especially, Jijona nougat.
Even though, it should be pointed out that, Alicante nougat is getting strength and it is also highly requested. If you are interested in knowing more about this product, click here. We have prepared a very detailed article.
But now we are going to focus on the important things: Jijona nougat. Buy it in the online shop of Gastronomic Spain.
What is Jijona nougat?
Jijona nougat, also known as Xixona nougat, is a nougat which is made by ground almonds with honey. It is very popular in the province of Alicante, precisely in Jijona. In fact, it is catalogued as Designation of Origin, which is a designation in charge of meeting all the necessary requirements to reach the Protected Geographical Indication.
Jijona nougat uses the same ingredients than Alicante nougat in its elaboration, even though its recipe is slightly different. We are going to see how Jijona nougat is elaborated.
How to make soft nougat
Jijona nougat, also known as soft nougat, is different from Alicante nougat because the almonds used in its elaboration are ground. This way, soft nougat is made.
Elaboration:
The first step is: to ground the almonds. After that, pour the honey and sugar in a pan; warm it up over medium heat and stir it with a wooden spoon until the ingredients are homogeneous. Once they are homogeneous, sugar and honey should have formed a thick mixture after the process.
The next step would be to take the pan off the heat and pour the egg white, already whipped. We will stir this mixture until the lumps disappear.
Once there are not lumps in the mixture, we will add the previously ground almonds. We will put the mixture in a mould, and we will let it rest for about 5 hours until it is completely compressed.
This way soft or Jijona nougat is elaborated. It is called soft nougat because almonds are minced and ground, and not entire as in Alicante nougat.
Which is the best Jijona nougat? In Gastronomic Spain you have the best selection
It is vert hard to say which is the best Jijona nougat, but in Gastronomic Spain we have the solution. You will enjoy of a wide range of soft nougats.
Picó Jijona nougat. A consolidated brand in Spain and in a great part of Europe. Picó nougat is part of the Regulating Council of the Protected Geographical Indication, which is a great guarantee for their products.
Premium 1880 Jijona noufar. Known as “the most expensive nougat ever”. Everything is said by its slogan, even though it is not actually the most expensive. Enjoy the irresistible flavour of Turrón 1880.
Artisan almond soft nougat. Almond soft nougat is probably the best-known nougat. This product is made in an artisan way.
Recipes with Jijona nougat
The recipes we can prepare with Jijona nougat are infinite. The Christmas sweets stand out, even though if we want to enjoy this kind of sweets during the rest of the year, here we show you some recipes with Jijona nougat which are easy and delicious.
Nougat crème caramel
Nougat crème caramel is a very tasty recipe. This is so delicious that you will feel the need to buy more and more soft nougat bars so you can elaborate this delicacy of cool dessert once again.
Change the traditional crème caramel for nougat crème caramel and surprise your friends with this new and shocking nougat dessert.
Nougat ice cream
Nougat ice cream is perfect to refresh yourself in summer. Even though it can be eaten during the whole year. It is a delicious traditional nougat ice cream to take as a dessert. Taste it and you will be surprised.
You just have to freeze it and enjoy.
Nougat cake
The nougat cake can be other option in order to eat nougat, but as a cake, may it be frozen or baked. You can enjoy it however you want. It will be equally delicious.
Where to buy Jijona nougat and Alicante nougat?
Obviously, if you live outside Spain, it will be hard to buy Jijona nougat and even Alicante nougat. In the online shop of Gastronomic Spain, you will have access to a wide variety of nougats: Jijona, Alicante, egg yolk, chocolate, Suchard and many more.
Moreover, you will have the widest catalogue of typical products from Spanish gastronomy available, at your fingertips and always at the best price. Do not hesitate in consulting our online shop of Gastronomic Spain. Free deliveries in orders over 79.99€.
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