catalan Recipes
8 delicious catalan recipes from around the world
Calçots con Romesco
A beloved Catalan tradition, calçots are sweet spring onions grilled over an open flame until beautifully charred, then served with a rich, nutty Romesco sauce. This dish is a quintessential winter gathering and celebration.
Coca de Recapte
A traditional Catalan vegetable flatbread, often referred to as a 'harvest bread' due to its seasonal vegetable toppings. This recipe features a flavorful escalivada of roasted eggplant and peppers, sweet caramelized onions, and savory anchovies on a rustic dough base.
Crema Catalana
Crema Catalana, meaning 'Catalan cream,' is a traditional Spanish dessert that predates its French counterpart, crème brûlée. It features a rich, citrus and cinnamon-infused custard base topped with a brittle, caramelized sugar crust.
Escalivada
A classic Catalan dish of smoky, tender roasted vegetables, typically eggplant, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, dressed simply with olive oil and garlic. It's a celebration of charred flavors and natural sweetness.
Pa amb Tomàquet (Catalan Tomato Bread)
Pa amb Tomàquet, meaning 'bread with tomato,' is a quintessential Catalan tapa. It's a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish where crusty bread is rubbed with ripe tomato, garlic, drizzled with olive oil, and seasoned with salt. It's the perfect base for other toppings or enjoyed on its own.
Salsa Romesco
A classic Catalan sauce made from roasted peppers, nuts, and tomatoes. This vibrant and flavorful condiment is traditionally served with grilled spring onions (calçots) but is also excellent with grilled fish, meats, or as a dip.
Samfaina (Catalan Vegetable Stew)
A rustic and flavorful Catalan vegetable stew, similar to ratatouille, featuring tender, slow-cooked vegetables in a rich tomato base. It's a versatile side dish perfect with grilled meats, fish, or even as a light main course.
Suquet de Peix
A traditional Catalan fisherman's stew featuring a medley of mixed fish simmered in a rich, saffron-infused potato broth. A true taste of coastal Catalunya.