Have you ever wondered what
caviar is, where it comes from, and why it is so expensive? This delicacy, often associated with luxury, is one of the most exclusive foods in the world. Although not very common in Mexico, its exquisite taste and high price generate much curiosity. If you want to know everything about caviar, from how much it costs to how it is eaten, kiwilimón has all the details for you! You can also read:
Grocery shopping has never been so chicWhat is caviar and from which fish is it obtained?Caviar is the roe removed from the sturgeon fish and then preserved with salt. To achieve the perfect texture, the eggs are passed through a sieve, and fat and other substances are removed. According to the
Encyclopaedia Britannica, salt is added to caviar to enhance the flavor and preserve it longer. Additionally, the color of caviar can range from orange to black, depending on the fish from which it is obtained. As for the largest caviar producers, two countries stand out: Russia and Iran, from the sturgeons of the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. However, countries like China and Italy also produce large quantities of caviar. What does caviar taste like?It is said that caviar has an intense fishy flavor, but at the same time, it is salty, buttery, and even velvety. It is also mentioned that when chewed, it feels like the eggs burst, filling the mouth with the flavor of caviar.See more:
These are the most exotic spices in the worldCaviar: the high cost for sturgeon fishBesides being a luxurious and almost mythical ingredient, caviar also has a less favorable side. Due to high demand, the beluga sturgeon is now endangered, yet caviar is still produced, leading to fewer of these fish. As for its high price, it is because: 1. Caviar can only be obtained from females, making it scarce.2. Additionally, these fish are endangered, making it even harder to obtain.3. Caviar must be harvested by hand, making it a laborious and time-consuming process. How should caviar be eaten?According to experts,
caviar should be consumed using special utensils, as contact with metal can alter its flavor. It is advised to use gold or mother-of-pearl cutlery to consume it. Among the most famous caviar dishes are:Blinis: a small Russian pancake decorated with a bit of crème fraîche and chives. Boiled eggs: also served with boiled eggs, but with the yolks and whites separated. French fries: crème fraîche is often served over the potato, followed by caviar. Toasted bread: another common way to serve caviar is on small pieces of toasted bread. Vanilla ice cream: some people serve caviar with a bit of vanilla ice cream to contrast the flavors.
Champagne: although not a dish per se, caviar is almost always paired with a glass of champagne. Other common ingredients to accompany caviar are lemon, capers, unsalted crackers, and cream cheese, among others. How much does caviar cost in Mexico?Now that you know what caviar is, where it comes from, and how to serve it, here we tell you how much this
gourmet ingredient costs in Mexico. The most affordable caviar we found online costs only $205 pesos for a 120-gram jar. It is worth mentioning that it is herring caviar and not sturgeon. The most expensive caviar we found online is priced at $112,950 for 500 g, but it is beluga.As you can see, there are also quite accessible types of caviar that you can try so as not to be left wanting. However, we must consume this type of product in moderation, as many sturgeon species are at risk of disappearing. Would you try caviar?Continue reading:
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