What is dulce de visnaga?

Dulce de visnaga is a traditional dessert from Spain that is made using the visnaga plant. Visnaga is a type of herbal plant that is commonly found in the Mediterranean region. It is known for its medicinal properties and is often used to treat respiratory illnesses like asthma and bronchitis.

To make dulce de visnaga, the small flowers of the visnaga plant are soaked in sugar syrup for several hours until they become candied. The resulting confection is then eaten as a dessert or used as a topping for cakes and ice cream.

Dulce de visnaga is typically consumed during the summer months when the visnaga plant is in bloom. It is a popular dessert in Andalusia, a southern region of Spain known for its rich culinary traditions.

In addition to its sweet flavor, dulce de visnaga is also believed to have health benefits due to the medicinal properties of the visnaga plant. It is said to help alleviate respiratory disorders and is sometimes used as a natural remedy for asthma.