Piragua (food)

Overview of Piragua (food):

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Piragua

Course	Dessert
Place of origin	Puerto Rico
Serving temperature	Cold
Main ingredients	Shaved ice, syrup
Cookbook: Piragua   Media: Piragua

Piragua is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert made from shaved ice and covered with fruit flavored syrup. The name piragua is derived from the Spanish words pirámide (pyramid) and agua (water), referring to the pyramid shape of the shaved ice.

History

The tradition of selling piraguas in Puerto Rico dates back to the 19th century. The vendors, known as piragüeros, sell the dessert from a push-cart that has a built-in ice shaver.

Preparation

To prepare a piragua, a block of ice is shaved and the shavings are packed into a cup. The cup is then drenched with one or more types of flavored syrup. The syrups are often homemade and the flavors can include tamarind, mango, coconut, pineapple, and strawberry.

Cultural significance

Piraguas are a popular treat in Puerto Rico, especially during the hot summer months. They are often sold at festivals, carnivals, and other outdoor events. The piragüero is a common sight in many Puerto Rican towns and cities.

See also

• Halo-halo
• Snow cone
• Italian ice
• Granita
• Shave ice

External links

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