Sururu is the popular name for a bivalve mollusk, that is, one that is surrounded by two shells, quite typical on the northeastern coast of Brazil.
The sururu, scientifically named Mytella Charruana, is a mollusc that is also called mussel in other regions. Sururu is considered a reference in the cuisine of Bahia, Alagoas, Maranhão, Pernambuco and other states in Northeastern Brazil.
In the state of Alagoas, for example, the sururu has such economic and cultural importance for the population that it became Intangible Heritage, by the State Council of Culture of Alagoas.
Etymologically, the word "sururu" arose from the Tupi, an ancient language spoken by most of the indigenous people living in Brazilian territory.
The northeastern cuisine is nationally known for its typical dishes, among them the "sururu broth" and the "sururu moqueca" stand out.
Slang beating
The word sururu it is also used as a typical Brazilian slang to designate a mess, a fight, a riot, muvuca and mess. This expression is widely spoken by the natural population of the states where molluscs are found.
According to regional slang, the term "big-time" is used as a synonym for "sururu", also denoting the state of mess and disorder caused by a party or confusion between several people.