Cooked angel hair pasta

Cooked angel hair pasta is a sweet and versatile ingredient widely used in baking and traditional cuisine, especially in desserts and fillings. This paste is made from very fine threads of sweet squash or citron, which are slowly cooked with sugar until achieving a honeyed, fibrous, and slightly gelatinous texture.

Origin: Angel hair paste has its roots in Spanish culinary tradition and is especially popular in regions with Iberian influence. Its name comes from the delicate and fine appearance of the cooked squash threads, which resemble an angel's hair. It is a typical ingredient in sweets such as empanadas, turnovers, alfajores, and various types of pies and pastries in Spain and several Latin American countries.

Properties: Angel hair paste is rich in carbohydrates from sugar and squash, providing quick energy. Furthermore, it contains small amounts of natural fiber from the squash, which aids digestion. As a product cooked with sugar, it has a soft texture and a characteristic sweet flavor that enhances desserts and fillings without the need to add additional sweeteners.

Synonyms in Latin America: Although the term "angel hair paste" is widely known, in some regions it may also be found as citron sweet, citron honey, or simply angel hair. In certain countries, it may be known as sweet squash jam, emphasizing its use in baking.