The national cuisine of Puerto del Carmen combines a wide variety of seafood, meat and vegetable dishes. The main products of the island cuisine are common and sweet potatoes, meat (pork, rabbit, chicken and goat meat), legumes (lentils, peas and beans), vegetables and seafood. In skillful hands, the ingredients are transformed into charismatic fiery island dishes.
Puerto del Carmen's national dishes include many variations of stews and fish, as well as stews and soups (with potato noodles, fish, tomatoes). A key element of Lanzarote's various dishes has been the traditional local sauce. The island serves sauces of unique aromas and flavors. For example, a stew will be complemented with a special type of sauce that would not be as effective in other dishes.
Restaurants in Puerto del Carmen have a number of unique island specialties. We recommend trying the papas arrugadas potato dish, which is usually served with one of three mojo sauces (with parsley, fresh coriander or spicy chili peppers). In turn, the homemade puchero stew is traditionally made with pieces of different meats, fresh root vegetables and nuts.
The influence of Latin American cuisine is reflected in several dishes - Argentine-style beef and steaks. Also, goat meat is delicious on Lanzarato. It is noted that the cuisine of the ancient islanders was probably not focused exclusively on fish and seafood.
Seafood lovers can order dishes cooked on the grill. Lanzarote will also be a paradise for wine lovers. We recommend trying the Malvasía dry white wine. Grape vines grow on the island in the craters of volcanoes in black volcanic soil. The grapes are planted and harvested by hand, thus preserving traditional viticulture methods that are on the verge of extinction in the world today.
