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Carcamusas is a culinary specialty of Toledo, Spain, generally served as a tapa in bars. It consists of a stew of lean pork with a moderately spicy tomato sauce and peas. [1] [2] It is traditionally served in an earthenware casserole, along with potatoes and bread. [1]

Popular culture suggests its name arises from a pun in the mid 20th century. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 López, María (11 September 2024). "Este es uno de los aperitivos típicos de Toledo favoritos: un plato tradicional lleno de sabor". El Digital Castilla-La Mancha via El Español.
  2. 1 2 Plaza, Ana (29 May 2024). "Receta de carcamusas, la tapa tradicional de Toledo a base de carne de cerdo". Infobae .