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Spain·Easy·2 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)

Gazpacho Andaluz

A refreshing and vibrant cold soup from Andalusia, Spain. This classic gazpacho is made by blending ripe tomatoes with cucumber, green bell pepper, stale bread, garlic, sherry vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. It's the perfect dish for a hot summer day.

Spain·Easy·2 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)

Ajo Blanco

A refreshing and elegant cold soup from Andalusia, Spain, featuring blanched almonds, garlic, and stale bread. Perfect for a light summer starter or appetizer.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Albóndigas en Salsa

Tender, flavorful Spanish meatballs simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce made with ground almonds and a hint of saffron. A classic tapas dish perfect for sharing.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Almejas a la Marinera

A classic Spanish tapa, these clams are quickly steamed in a fragrant broth of garlic, olive oil, white wine, and fresh parsley. The resulting briny, garlicky sauce is perfect for soaking up with crusty bread.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Arroz a Banda

Arroz a Banda, meaning 'rice on the side,' is a classic Valencian and Alicantinian rice dish. Traditionally, it was prepared by fishermen who would cook the rice in a flavorful fish broth made from the 'morralla' (leftover fish bones and heads). The best fish was sold, and the rice, cooked separately ('a banda'), was served first, followed by the fish. Modern versions often combine the rice and seafood in one dish, served with alioli (garlic mayonnaise).

Spain·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Arroz al Horno

A traditional Valencian dish, Arroz al Horno, meaning 'baked rice', is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal typically enjoyed on Thursdays. It features rice baked with tender pork ribs, savory morcilla (blood sausage), chickpeas, and a whole head of garlic, resulting in a wonderfully crispy top.

Spain·Medium·1 hour

Arroz Caldoso

Arroz Caldoso is a comforting and flavorful Spanish rice dish, characterized by its soupy, brothy consistency. It's a versatile dish that can be made with various proteins like seafood, chicken, or rabbit, and is perfect for a hearty meal.

Spain·Hard·1 hour 10 minutes

Arroz con Bogavante

A luxurious Spanish rice dish featuring fresh lobster (bogavante), cooked in a flavorful tomato and saffron broth. It's a celebratory dish often found in coastal areas of Spain.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Arroz con Costra

Arroz con Costra, also known as 'crusty rice,' is a traditional rice dish from the Vega Baja region of Alicante. It features a flavorful rice base cooked with various meats and sausages, topped with a golden, baked egg crust. This dish is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the Valencian Community, offering a comforting and celebratory meal.

Spain·Medium·1 hour

Arroz Negro

Arroz Negro is a visually striking and deeply flavorful Spanish rice dish, renowned for its dramatic black hue imparted by squid ink. It offers a unique briny taste of the sea, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.

Spain·Medium·48 hours 15 minutes (including desalting)

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.

Spain·Medium·48 hours 30 minutes (including desalting)

Bacalao al Ajoarriero

A hearty Navarrese salt cod dish featuring tender potatoes, sweet peppers, and a rich garlic-tomato sauce. Traditionally prepared by muleteers (ajoarrieros) for sustenance on long journeys.

Spain·Hard·24-48 hours (including desalting) + 45 minutes

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.

Spain·Easy·40 minutes

Calamares a la Romana

Crispy, golden-fried squid rings, a quintessential Spanish tapa and a beloved filling for bocadillos (sandwiches). This recipe delivers perfectly tender squid encased in a light, crunchy batter.

Spain·Easy·40 minutes (plus chilling time)

Calamares en Escabeche con Pimientos

A classic Spanish tapa or appetizer, this dish features tender squid rings and sweet bell peppers preserved in a tangy, aromatic escabeche (vinegar-based marinade). It's a refreshing and flavorful dish, perfect served chilled or at room temperature.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Calamares en su Tinta

A rich and flavorful dish of squid cooked in its own ink, often served with rice or crusty bread. It's a classic of Spanish cuisine, particularly popular in coastal regions.

Spain·Easy·45 minutes

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.

Spain·Medium·3 hours

Caldereta de Cordero a la Riojana

A rustic and deeply flavorful lamb stew originating from the La Rioja region, known for its rich culinary traditions. This dish features tender lamb simmered in a robust sauce with red peppers, tomatoes, and a hint of wine, embodying the hearty spirit of Spanish country cooking.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Caldereta de Cordero Aragonesa

Caldereta de Cordero is a rich and flavorful lamb stew originating from Aragon. This hearty dish features tender lamb slow-cooked with vegetables, aromatic herbs, and often a touch of wine, creating a deeply satisfying meal that embodies the rustic culinary traditions of the region.

Spain·Easy·2 hours 45 minutes (plus overnight soaking)

Caldo Gallego

A hearty and comforting Galician white bean soup, perfect for a chilly day. This traditional dish features tender white beans, nutrient-rich greens, potatoes, and savory pork.

Spain·Medium·4 hours 15 minutes

Callos a la Madrileña

A classic Madrid stew featuring tender beef tripe slow-cooked with smoky chorizo, rich morcilla (blood sausage), and a paprika-infused tomato sauce, enriched with tender chickpeas. This is a hearty and traditional dish, perfect for a comforting meal.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Carcamusas de Toledo

Carcamusas de Toledo is a hearty and flavorful pork stew originating from Toledo, Spain. It features tender chunks of pork simmered in a rich tomato sauce with chorizo, jamón serrano, and peas, often with a hint of spice. Traditionally served as a tapa, it's also enjoyed as a main dish, typically with crusty bread.

Spain·Easy·20-23 minutes

Chistorra a la Sidra

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.

Spain·Medium·45 minutes

Churros con Chocolate

Authentic Spanish fried dough pastry, ridged and crispy, served with a thick, rich hot chocolate dipping sauce. A classic Madrid breakfast or treat.

Spain·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes (including dough rising)

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.

Spain·Hard·3 hours - 1 day (including brining)

Cochinillo Asado

A quintessential Spanish celebration dish from Segovia, this roast suckling pig is renowned for its incredibly tender meat and shatteringly crisp skin. The young age of the pig is crucial for achieving this delicate texture.

Spain·Medium·12 hours (including soaking)

Cocido Madrileño

A hearty and traditional Madrid chickpea stew, famously served in three distinct courses: the flavorful broth with noodles, the tender chickpeas and vegetables, and finally the succulent meats. A true winter ritual in the Spanish capital.

Spain·Medium·2 hours 45 minutes

Cordero Asado Castellano

A quintessential dish from Castile, this traditional roast lamb, often cooked in a wood-fired oven, showcases the rich flavor of young, tender lamb. Its simplicity allows the quality of the meat to shine.

Spain·Medium·4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling and caramelizing)

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.

Spain·Medium·4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)

Croquetas de Jamón

Authentic Spanish ham croquettes featuring a rich, creamy béchamel sauce infused with finely diced Jamón Serrano, coated in crispy breadcrumbs, and fried to a perfect golden brown. A quintessential Spanish tapa.

Spain·Medium·2 hours 15 minutes

Empanada Gallega de Atún

A hearty and flavorful Galician tuna pie, traditionally made for festivals and feasts. This large, savory pie is filled with tender tuna, sweet peppers, and onions, all encased in a golden, flaky pastry.

Spain·Easy·2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)

Ensaladilla Rusa

A classic Spanish potato salad, Ensaladilla Rusa, features tender diced vegetables and flaked tuna bound together with creamy mayonnaise. It's a staple in Spanish tapas bars and a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes

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.

Spain·Medium·12 hours 30 minutes (including soaking)

Fabada Asturiana

A hearty and traditional Asturian bean stew, featuring tender white beans simmered with flavorful chorizo, morcilla (blood sausage), and rich pork belly. This is ultimate mountain comfort food, perfect for a cold day.

Spain·Medium·12-14 hours (including soaking and cooking)

Fabes con Almejas

A classic Asturian dish featuring tender, creamy large white beans (fabes) simmered with fresh clams in their own briny liquor, enhanced with garlic and parsley. This recipe balances the richness of the beans with the delicate flavor of the sea.

Spain·Medium·1 hour

Fideuà

Fideuà is a traditional Valencian seafood dish, similar to paella but made with short, thin noodles (fideuà) instead of rice. It's a flavorful and satisfying one-pan meal, often considered Valencia's other 'rice-pan' masterpiece, showcasing the region's rich maritime heritage.

Spain·Medium·6 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)

Flan Español

A classic Spanish caramel custard, featuring a silky smooth egg custard base topped with a rich, dark caramel sauce. It's the perfect elegant dessert to conclude any meal.

Spain·Medium·45 minutes

Gachas Manchegas

Gachas Manchegas is a traditional and hearty dish from the La Mancha region of Spain, often described as a savory porridge. It's made primarily with chickling vetch flour (harina de almortas), water, and enriched with pork products like panceta (bacon) and chorizo, seasoned with garlic and paprika. Historically a dish of shepherds and farmers, it's known for its comforting and caloric nature, perfect for cold weather.

Spain·Easy·30 minutes

Gachas Manchegas con Harina de Almorta

Gachas Manchegas is a humble and hearty porridge-like dish from Castilla-La Mancha, traditionally made by shepherds. Its primary ingredient is harina de almortas (vetch flour), giving it a unique texture and flavor. While historically a dish of necessity, it's now appreciated for its rustic charm and is often served with savory accompaniments like pork products.

Spain·Medium·1 hour

Galician Seafood Stuffed Peppers

A delightful regional specialty from Galicia, these peppers are generously filled with a rich mixture of fresh seafood, often including shrimp, mussels, and crab, bound together with a creamy, flavorful sauce and baked until tender. This dish showcases the abundant seafood of the Galician coast.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 25 minutes

Galician Stuffed Peppers with Seafood

A delightful regional specialty from Galicia, these sweet bell peppers are generously stuffed with a rich and savory mixture of fresh seafood, rice, and aromatic seasonings. This dish showcases the abundant maritime flavors of the Galician coast.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Galician-Style Stuffed Pimientos with Seafood

A delightful Galician specialty featuring sweet, roasted bell peppers generously filled with a rich and savory mixture of fresh seafood, often including shrimp, scallops, and mussels, bound together with a creamy béchamel sauce and topped with melted cheese.

Spain·Easy·15-17 minutes

Gambas al Ajillo

A quintessential Spanish tapas dish featuring plump shrimp sizzling in a generous amount of garlic-infused olive oil, accented with a touch of chili. Perfect for dipping crusty bread and enjoying immediately.

Spain·Easy·30-32 minutes

Gambas en Gabardina

Classic Spanish tapas featuring succulent prawns coated in a light, crispy beer batter and fried to golden perfection. Best served immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Spain·Easy·2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)

Gazpacho Andaluz

A quintessential Andalusian cold tomato soup, this refreshing gazpacho is a vibrant blend of ripe tomatoes, crisp vegetables, and softened bread, perfect for a hot summer day. It's best served ice-cold.

Spain·Easy·45 minutes

Habas con Jamón

A classic Spanish tapa featuring tender fava beans gently cooked with savory Jamón Serrano, aromatic garlic, and a splash of white wine. Perfect for spring gatherings.

Spain·Easy·40 minutes

Huevos Rotos

Huevos Rotos, meaning 'broken eggs', is a classic Spanish tapa or bar food. It features crispy fried potatoes topped with perfectly fried eggs with runny yolks, and savory jamón serrano. The eggs are traditionally broken at the table, hence the name.

Spain·Easy·15 minutes (plus 30 minutes resting time)

Jamón Ibérico

Jamón Ibérico, often referred to as 'the king of cured meats,' is a Spanish dry-cured ham made from the meat of black Iberian pigs. These pigs are typically acorn-fed ('de bellota'), which imparts a rich, nutty flavor and a distinctively marbled, melt-in-your-mouth texture to the ham. This recipe focuses on presenting the ham in its purest, most exquisite form.

Spain·Medium·12 hours (including soaking)

Judiones de la Granja

A hearty and comforting Segovian stew featuring massive white beans (judiones) slow-cooked with flavorful chorizo, morcilla, and pork belly. A true taste of mountain comfort.

Spain·Medium·4 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)

Leche Frita

A beloved Spanish dessert, Leche Frita features a rich, thick milk custard infused with citrus and spice, chilled until firm, cut into portions, coated, and then deep-fried to a golden crisp. It's dusted with a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture and is traditionally served warm.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Marmitako

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.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Mejillones Tigre

A classic Spanish tapas dish featuring mussels stuffed with a rich, savory béchamel filling, breaded, and deep-fried to a golden crisp. These 'tiger mussels' are a delightful explosion of flavor and texture.

Spain·Easy·45 minutes

Merluza a la Gallega

A traditional Galician dish featuring hake poached with potatoes, onions, and bay leaves, finished with a flavorful garlic and paprika oil (ajada). It's a simple yet elegant preparation that highlights the freshness of the fish.

Spain·Easy·40 minutes

Migas

Migas is a rustic Spanish dish traditionally made by shepherds, using stale bread as a base, fried with flavorful ingredients like chorizo and peppers. It's a hearty and satisfying breakfast or light meal.

Spain·Easy·12 hours 25 minutes (including resting)

Migas Extremeñas

Migas Extremeñas, a rustic and flavorful dish from the Extremadura region of Spain, features fried breadcrumbs enriched with savory pork belly, spicy chorizo, and aromatic garlic. Traditionally a shepherd's meal, it's hearty, satisfying, and surprisingly simple to prepare. The addition of sweet grapes provides a refreshing contrast to the richness of the dish.

Spain·Easy·50-55 minutes

Navajas a la Plancha

A classic Galician delicacy, these razor clams are quickly seared on a very hot griddle (plancha) with garlic and parsley, resulting in a tender, flavorful seafood dish. The key is high heat and minimal cooking time to preserve their delicate texture.

Spain·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Oreja a la Plancha

A classic Spanish bar snack, this dish features tender, simmered pig's ears grilled to a delightful crisp, seasoned with paprika and garlic. The combination of chewy cartilage and crispy rendered fat offers a unique textural experience, perfect for sharing with a cold drink.

Spain·Easy·15 minutes

Pa amb Tomàquet

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.

Spain·Hard·1 hour 20 minutes

Paella Valenciana

Valencia's iconic rice dish, traditionally cooked with rabbit, chicken, and beans in a wide, shallow paella pan over an open flame. The goal is to achieve a perfectly toasted rice crust at the bottom, known as 'socarrat'.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Pastel de Cabracho

A savory seafood pâté made from scorpionfish, a spiny rockfish found in the Atlantic. This dish is known for its delicate texture and rich, oceanic flavor, often served as an appetizer with mayonnaise or salsa rosa.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Patatas a la Importancia

Patatas a la Importancia, or 'important potatoes,' is a classic Spanish tapa featuring thick-cut, egg-battered fried potatoes simmered in a fragrant saffron and garlic sauce. Despite its humble ingredients, it's a dish of surprising elegance and flavor.

Spain·Easy·55-60 minutes

Patatas Bravas

Classic Spanish Patatas Bravas – crispy fried potatoes served with a smoky, spicy bravas sauce and a creamy garlic aioli. A quintessential tapas bar appetizer.

Spain·Easy·45-50 minutes

Patatas Revolconas

A hearty and rustic mashed potato dish from Extremadura, Spain. Characterized by its vibrant red hue from pimentón (paprika) and rich flavor, often served as a tapa or a comforting side. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, it's a true taste of shepherd's fare.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 45 minutes (including marinating)

Pimientos Asados

Fire-roasted red bell peppers, peeled and marinated in a simple dressing of garlic, olive oil, and sherry vinegar. This classic Spanish tapa is best served at room temperature and is even better the next day.

Spain·Easy·13-15 minutes

Pimientos de Padrón

A classic Galician tapa, these small green peppers are blistered in hot olive oil until tender and slightly charred, then generously seasoned with flaky sea salt. Enjoy the thrill of the 'Russian roulette' – some peppers are mild, while others pack a surprising spicy punch!

Spain·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Pimientos Rellenos

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.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Pimientos Rellenos de Bacalao

A delightful Basque specialty featuring roasted piquillo peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of salt cod (bacalao), béchamel sauce, and sometimes onions and garlic, then often baked or lightly fried.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Pimientos Rellenos de Carne

A hearty and classic Spanish home-cooking dish featuring tender red bell peppers generously stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and aromatics, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Pincho de Tortilla

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.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 15 minutes

Pisto Manchego

Pisto Manchego is a rustic Spanish vegetable stew, often referred to as La Mancha's answer to ratatouille. It features a medley of tender, slow-cooked vegetables, primarily tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchini, simmered to a rich, flavorful consistency. It's traditionally served as a main course or a side dish, often crowned with a perfectly fried egg.

Spain·Easy·55 minutes

Pollo al Ajillo

A classic Spanish dish featuring tender chicken pieces pan-fried and simmered in a generous amount of garlic-infused olive oil, with a splash of white wine and aromatic bay leaves. Simple, rustic, and incredibly flavorful.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 15 minutes

Pollo al Chilindron

A classic Aragonese dish featuring tender chicken braised in a rich sauce of tomatoes, sweet peppers, and savory Serrano ham. This hearty stew is full of flavor and comforting.

Spain·Easy·13 hours 15 minutes (including soaking)

Pote Gallego

A hearty and traditional Galician stew, Pote Gallego, featuring tender white beans, tender chunks of pork, smoky chorizo, and soft potatoes, all simmered with nutrient-rich greens. This is a deeply satisfying winter comfort food.

Spain·Easy·25-30 minutes

Presa Ibérica

Presa Ibérica, a premium cut from the shoulder of acorn-fed Iberian pigs, is celebrated for its exquisite marbling and rich, nutty flavor. This recipe focuses on simple grilling to highlight its natural qualities.

Spain·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Puchero Andaluz

Puchero Andaluz is a traditional, hearty stew from Andalusia, Spain. It's a slow-cooked dish featuring a variety of meats (beef, chicken, pork), chickpeas, and root vegetables, simmered in a flavorful broth. It's often served in two parts: the broth as a first course, followed by the meats and vegetables as the main.

Spain·Medium·2 hours

Puchero de Garbanzos con Mariscos

A rich and flavorful chickpea stew from Andalusia, elevated with a generous addition of mixed seafood. This dish combines the earthy heartiness of chickpeas with the briny freshness of the sea, creating a comforting yet elegant meal.

Spain·Medium·1 hour - 1 hour 15 minutes

Pulpo á Feira

A classic Galician dish, Pulpo á Feira features incredibly tender octopus, simply dressed with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt. Traditionally served at fairs, it's a celebration of fresh seafood and bold flavors.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Pulpo a la Gallega

A classic Galician dish featuring incredibly tender octopus served over thinly sliced potatoes, generously seasoned with smoky Spanish paprika and high-quality olive oil. Simple, elegant, and deeply flavorful.

Spain·Medium·4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes

Rabo de Toro

A classic Andalusian dish featuring oxtail slow-cooked in red wine until meltingly tender. Traditionally associated with bullfighting feasts, this rich and flavorful stew is a true taste of southern Spain.

Spain·Medium·55 minutes

Rape a la Marinera

A classic Spanish coastal dish featuring firm monkfish fillets simmered in a rich seafood sauce with clams, shrimp, white wine, and aromatic vegetables. Monkfish, often called 'poor man's lobster' for its texture, absorbs the flavors beautifully.

Spain·Easy·18-20 minutes

Revuelto de Ajetes

A classic Spanish springtime dish featuring silky, creamy scrambled eggs gently cooked with tender young wild garlic shoots. This revuelto is a testament to simple ingredients and refined technique, offering a delicate yet flavorful experience.

Spain·Easy·2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)

Salmorejo

A thick, creamy, and vibrant cold tomato soup from Córdoba, Spain. It's a richer, more substantial cousin to gazpacho, traditionally garnished with finely diced jamón serrano and hard-boiled egg.

Spain·Easy·55 minutes

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.

Spain·Easy·1 hour 15 minutes

Samfaina

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.

Spain·Easy·40-45 minutes

Secreto Ibérico

Secreto Ibérico is an intensely marbled cut of pork from the Iberian pig, renowned for its rich flavor and tender texture. This recipe focuses on grilling it to perfection to highlight its natural qualities.

Spain·Medium·3 hours

Shepherd's Roast Lamb

A rustic and flavorful roast lamb dish, often prepared in rural areas of Spain. This recipe features lamb marinated and slow-roasted with herbs, garlic, and sometimes wine, resulting in incredibly tender and aromatic meat.

Spain·Easy·45 minutes

Solomillo al Whisky

A classic Andalusian pork tenderloin dish featuring tender medallions bathed in a rich, creamy whisky sauce. A beloved specialty from Seville.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

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.

Spain·Easy·55-60 minutes

Tarta de Santiago

A traditional Galician flourless almond cake, famously decorated with the Cross of Saint James. This dense, moist cake is a perfect finale for any meal, especially after a long journey.

Spain·Medium·55 minutes

Tigres

A popular Spanish tapa, 'Tigres' are mussels stuffed with a rich, spicy béchamel sauce infused with chorizo, then breaded and fried to a golden crisp. The name 'Tigres' (tigers) refers to their spicy kick.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Tortilla Española

Spain's iconic potato omelette - layers of tender, slow-cooked potatoes and onions bound with eggs into a thick, golden cake. A staple of tapas and a comforting meal.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Tumbet

A classic Mallorcan layered vegetable dish featuring thinly sliced and fried eggplant, potatoes, and roasted red peppers, all bound together with a rich tomato sauce. It's a delightful and hearty vegetarian main or side.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Txangurro

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.

Spain·Easy·40 minutes

Zarangollo Murciano

Zarangollo Murciano is a simple yet delicious dish from the Murcia region of Spain, consisting of sautéed zucchini and onions, often mixed with scrambled eggs. It's typically served as a tapa or a light meal, showcasing the fresh flavors of its core ingredients.

Spain·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Zarzuela de Mariscos

A rich and flavorful Spanish seafood stew, often referred to as a 'seafood casserole,' originating from Catalonia. It features a variety of fish and shellfish simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce with peppers, onions, and a hint of brandy.

Regional Cuisines of Spain

Explore the diverse culinary traditions across different regions

Basque Country

Spain's most celebrated culinary region, home to pintxos bars, fishing traditions, and innovative modernist cuisine.

Pintxos barsWorld's highest Michelin star concentrationCider houses

Key ingredients: Fresh fish, Peppers (piquillo, guindilla), Olive oil, Txakoli wine...

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Andalusia

Southern Spain's sun-soaked cuisine featuring gazpacho, fried fish, and Moorish-influenced dishes.

SherryJamón ibéricoGazpacho

Key ingredients: Olive oil, Sherry, Jamón ibérico, Tomatoes...

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