Like gazpacho, salmorejo is another of the typical dishes that people most want to eat with the arrival of summer, due to its freshness, its great flavor and its great nutritional value.
There are many people who, due to lack of time, choose to buy this product already prepared and packaged. If that is your case, Do you want to know which is the best packaged salmorejo? The OCU has analyzed 21 salmorejo products from different brands. We tell you which are the best you can buy!
Qualities of a good salmorejo
Salmorejo is a traditional Andalusian dish, very similar to gazpacho, as it is a cream prepared with tomato, bread, garlic , s alt, olive oil and water, to which eggs, peppers or ham shavings are also usually added.
Although both are cold vegetable soups of Andalusian origin, the main differences between salmorejo and gazpacho lie in the ingredients used and in its texture, since the former is more of an emulsion and also requires more breadcrumbs in its preparation, resulting in a thicker cream.
No doubt both dishes are quick and easy to prepare, but due to lack of time or convenience, many people choose to buy them already packagedThis allows you to take this type of fresh cream immediately and anywhere. While nothing can compare to a good salmorejo prepared at home, this is a convenient and hassle-free option.
What is the best packaged salmorejo?
But what are the best brands of packaged salmorejo that we can consume? The Organization of Consumers and Users has carried out an analysis to find which salmorejos "by boat" are the best quality For this purpose, they have brought together a group of expert tasters and has analyzed the composition of up to 21 containers of salmorejo from different brands and establishments.
According to this analysis, there are few salmorejos that can be considered of good quality. Most of the products analyzed are characterized by the lack of consistent and creamy texture that this traditional Andalusian dish should present. They also highlight the lack of flavor, so characteristic of salmorejo. What is surprising about this data is that many also have a high s alt content.
Of the 21 salmorejo products analyzed, only 6 exceed the good quality cut, since most are categorized as "acceptable quality."However, at least the two best packaged salmorejos have managed to score as very good quality
The 6 best brands of salmorejo
Here we present a list with the 6 best quality packaged salmorejos that you can buy according to the analysis of the OCU.
6. Eroski Salmorejo
One of the best packaged salmorejos you can buy in Eroski supermarkets. It is this natural salmorejo that distinguishes itself by its pleasant flavor and its semi-creamy texture. The liter container is priced at €2.45.
5. Santa Teresa Salmorejo RAF with village bread
The Santa Teresa brand presents this salmorejo with village bread, which stands out for its balanced flavor and texture. The price is much higher, since the 0.5 liters have a cost of €5.20.
4. Casa Mas Salmorejo
Another of the best brands of packaged salmorejo is that of Casa Mas, whose liter can be obtained for €3.11. This salmorejo stands out for its pleasant color and natural flavor However, experts also add that the texture is somewhat liquid and can leave a bitter aftertaste.
3. La Huerta de Hacendado (Mercadona) Fresh salmorejo
In third place we find Hacendado's salmorejo, Mercadona's white brand The popular supermarket offers this fresh salmorejo that you can find at 2 , €96 per liter. The tasters highlight the good color and texture of this product, as well as the pleasant flavor. They add that it is a product that “invites you to eat”.
2. Hacendado (Mercadona) Cordovan-style salmorejo
Once again Hacendado takes another of the first three places in the ranking of best packaged salmorejos.Hacendado's Cordoba-style salmorejo is considered to be of very good quality and stands out both for its color, its creamy texture and its balanced flavor.
It also costs nothing more and nothing less than €1.65 per liter, making it the best option in terms of value for money.
one. Alvalle Salmorejo
The Alvalle brand product achieved first place as the best packaged salmorejo, according to the analysis of the OCU. This very good quality salmorejo stands out for its slightly grainy texture and its balance. Of course, the tasters add that it tastes like gazpacho. Alvalle salmorejo can be purchased for €3.49 per liter container.