What is MANTECOL?

Mantecol is a type of semi-soft nougat very popular in Argentina, which resembles Greek halva, but made with peanuts instead of sesame. It is a traditional sweet, especially consumed during the Christmas and New Year's holidays. 

Characteristics of Mantecol:Ingredients:
Its main base is peanut paste, together with other ingredients such as glucose syrup, sugar, oil and egg whites. 
Texture:
Its texture is semi-soft, with a melt-in-the-mouth consistency. 
Origin:
It is believed that mantecol originated in Argentina as an adaptation of Greek halva by the Greek immigrant Miguel Nomikos Georgalos. 
Consumption:
It is a very popular treat in Argentina, especially during the Christmas holidays. 

Resume: mantecol is a semi-soft nougat of Argentinian origin, based on Greek halva but with peanuts, which has become a traditional and very popular treat, especially during the holidays.

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