Another important feature of the national cuisine of Tenerife is an abundance of unique dishes of seafood. Fish is usually boiled and served with spicy sauces, so local dishes are not only delicious, but also extremely wholesome. The most common complement to seafood is mojo sauce; it is noteworthy that all chefs cook it following the unique author's recipe.
Gourmets have to order vieja fish in one of the local restaurants; those in the know claim that the taste of it is truly unique. Those who prefer the classic treats will like tuna and sama fish in the range of typical local dishes. Fans of meat treats would like carne de fiesta, which literally translates as ‘the festive meat.’ It is cooked of pork, which is kept in a special marinade before cooking. Like many years ago, the dish is served exclusively in the national festive cutlery.
Rather unusual and interesting treat is salmorejo; this dish is prepared of rabbit complemented with a generous side dish of boiled potatoes. It’s worth to tell a few words about this vegetable. It it is grown on local plantations in large quantities; culinary connoisseurs say that the local potato has a superb taste, so simple and affordable dishes of it are very popular among tourists.
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