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Argentina’s May Day Locro Faces Rising Costs and Regional Adaptations

Ingredient prices for the traditional dish have surged 61.9% year-on-year, with Córdoba and Salta showcasing distinct culinary approaches to preserve the cultural staple.

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El locro es la comida típica del 1° de Mayo y se prepara en muchos hogares. (La Voz)
Delicioso locro argentino: la receta original y otra versión más barata para que todos disfruten este plato tradicional

Overview

  • Preparing a traditional locro for 10 people in Córdoba now costs ARS 38,835, a 61.9% increase from 2024, far exceeding the 40% average food inflation rate.
  • Demand for locro ingredients at Córdoba's Mercado Norte has been strong since early April, with vendors also selling ready-to-eat portions priced between ARS 5,000 and ARS 13,000.
  • Restaurants in Córdoba are charging ARS 10,000 to ARS 22,000 per serving, reflecting premium pricing for the Labor Day celebration.
  • In Salta, the ‘locro pulsudo’ emphasizes traditional slow cooking and the use of sweet, firm ‘plomo’ pumpkin to achieve a thick, rich consistency.
  • Locro, tracing its roots to the Quechua ‘ruqru,’ remains a cultural symbol of Argentina, evolving with Spanish-introduced meats and celebrated as a national dish.