Gran Mitla Sal de Gusano Agave Chinicuil Worm Salt 1 kg (2.2lb)

Sal de Gusano or Worm Salt is a traditional Oaxacan spice made from sea salt, toasted and ground agave worms and chile costeño. The Gran Mitla salt is slightly less tradtional, made from a special combination of chilis–the secret behind our earthy rich flavor. Perfect companion for Mezcal, Tequila or a Michelada. Flavor brightening finishing salt for both Mexican and American dishes. The Chinicuil or Agave Worm was considered a delight during the prehispanic period to which only emperors and royalty had access. Nowadays it is used as a very hard to find exotic seasoner. Agave Worm Salt GRAN MITLA is obtained directly from the Agave Worm, that spend its entire life feeding itself only from the agave heart's pulp until reaches the adult age, time when we extract it, let it dry and grind it with salt and Oaxaca's region peppers, just to put on your table an emperors delight.

• FAMILY RECIPE: A three-generation old Gran Mitla family recipe for Sal de Gusano that will enhance the finest mezcal you dare to pair it with. Adult agave worms are carefully pulled from the agave pulp they've been feasting on, then toasted and ground with hand-harvested Oaxacan sea salt and dried Oaxacan chilies
• PREMIUM QUALITY INGREDIENTS: The ingredients are carefully selected and the combination creates an exceptional Agave Worm Salt with authentic Oaxacan flavor
• MADE IN MEXICO: Crafted with traditional methods using authentic Oaxacan chilies and sea salt sourced from the Oaxaca region
• VERSATILE SEASONING: Savory flavor that accompanies Mezcal, Tequila or Michelada, enhances fruits and salads, or adds authentic taste to signature Mexican dishes
• TRADITIONAL OAXACAN SPICE: Made from sea salt, toasted and ground agave worms and chile costeo, following an authentic recipe that brings the rich culinary heritage of Oaxaca to your table