The Cuban content creator known on TikTok as @lacomelata, based in Houston, Texas, has won over thousands of followers with her traditional recipes, cooking tips, and infectious charisma.
This time, it has gone viral by sharing its foolproof tricks for achieving the perfect Italian or Cuban meringue, ideal for topping any dessert.
“If the Italian meringue or "Cuban meringue" doesn’t work for you with these tips, I’m sure it’s because you’re not following me,” she asserts in one of her most popular videos, proudly showcasing a white, shiny, and perfectly whipped mixture.
Step by step: How to achieve the perfect meringue
In her recipe, @lacomelata begins by clarifying that the first essential step is to beat half a cup of egg whites until they reach the "stiff peaks" stage. Meanwhile, the syrup is prepared: a mixture of one cup of sugar, one-third cup of water, and about five drops of lemon, which should be boiled until it achieves a thick texture with large bubbles.
“And how can you tell when the syrup is ready?”, he asks his audience. He then shares two homemade tricks: drop a drop into a glass of cold water and see if it hardens, or dip a fork into the syrup and blow on it; if a bubble like a balloon forms, it’s just right.
Once the syrup is ready, it is recommended to incorporate it in a thin stream into the meringue while continuing to beat, and keep beating until the mixture cools completely. "Touch the bowl from the outside. When you feel it’s cool... it’s ready!" advises.
The finishing touch
For those looking to personalize their creation, @lacomelata suggests adding colorants or flavorings once the meringue is finished. The result is a creamy, firm, and shiny mixture, ready to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet craving.
From her kitchen in Texas, this Cuban continues to bring the culinary tradition of the island closer to thousands of people, with recipes that not only educate but also celebrate the identity and creativity of the flavors from her homeland.
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