History and origin of pecan nut filling
Pecan nut filling is a traditional ingredient widely used in American baking, especially in the famous pecan pie. Originating in the southern United States, this filling has become a symbol of Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays in that country.
The pecan nut is native to North America and was appreciated since ancient times by the indigenous peoples of the region. As the influx of ingredients and culinary traditions merged, pecan nut filling took shape, combining sweet flavors and crunchy textures that are now iconic.
In different Latin American countries, although pecan nut filling itself is not as popular as in the United States, the nut itself is used in various sweet and savory preparations. In Mexico, for example, pecan nuts are simply known as "nueces" or "nuez de castilla" and are used in traditional desserts like dulce de nuez or in some varieties of sweet tamales.
How to prepare pecan nut filling
Pecan nut filling is a sweet and creamy mixture that serves as a base for different desserts, and its preparation is relatively simple. To prepare this classic filling you will need basic ingredients such as eggs, sugar, flour, corn syrup, vanilla, salt, and, of course, whole pecan nuts.
Ingredients: Eggs, sugar, flour, corn syrup, vanilla, salt, whole pecan nuts.
Steps:
Beat the eggs until smooth.
Mix the sugar and flour with the eggs.
Beat again.
Add the syrup, vanilla, salt, and pecan nuts.
