basque Recipes
9 delicious basque recipes from around the world
Bacalao a la Vizcaína
A classic Basque dish featuring salt cod simmered in a rich, sweet red pepper sauce. Traditionally served during Christmas Eve celebrations.
Bacalao al Pil Pil
A classic Basque dish featuring salt cod gently cooked in olive oil, which then emulsifies with the released cod gelatin to create a rich, creamy, and flavorful sauce. The 'pil pil' sound refers to the gentle bubbling of the oil during the emulsification process.
Chistorra a la Sidra (Basque Sausage in Cider)
A classic Basque pintxo featuring thin, flavorful chistorra sausage simmered and then pan-fried in hard cider until caramelized and slightly crisp. The cider's subtle sweetness and acidity beautifully complement the rich, savory sausage.
Marmitako (Basque Tuna Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Basque tuna stew, traditionally prepared by fishermen along the Cantabrian coast. This one-pot meal features tender chunks of fresh tuna braised with potatoes, sweet peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce.
Pimientos Rellenos (Spanish Stuffed Peppers)
A classic Basque specialty, these piquillo peppers are gently stuffed with a rich, flaked salt cod filling, then simmered in a vibrant tomato sauce. The sweetness of the piquillo peppers perfectly complements the savory cod.
Pincho de Tortilla (Spanish Potato Omelette Pintxo)
A classic Spanish pintxo featuring a thick slice of potato and onion omelette (tortilla española) served on a piece of crusty bread, secured with a toothpick. This is a quintessential bite found in Basque bars.
Piperade
A vibrant and flavorful Basque specialty featuring sweet peppers, ripe tomatoes, and onions gently cooked and then folded with soft scrambled eggs. Traditionally served with thinly sliced Bayonne ham, it's a delightful and hearty breakfast or light meal.
Poulet Basquaise
A classic Basque dish featuring chicken braised in a vibrant sauce of bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and the subtle warmth of Espelette pepper, enhanced with savory Bayonne ham. It embodies the sunny flavors of the Pays Basque.
Txangurro (Basque Stuffed Spider Crab)
A classic Basque Country delicacy, Txangurro features succulent spider crab meat mixed with aromatic vegetables, flamed with brandy, and baked in its own shell until golden and bubbling. This dish is a true celebration of the sea.