Food from Spain we love

23/06/2020

A prized dish in Spain, bacalao, or salted cod, was brought back by Spanish fisherman from as far afield as Norway and Newfoundland -- the fish not being found in local waters; it was salted to preserve it on the journey.

This recipe for Spanish Bacalao con Tomate, Cod Fish with Tomato Sauce, will become a family favorite. Just be sure to soak the salt cod in water for 24 hours.

22/06/2020

A legendary dish spoken of in almost hushed tones by Spaniards, migas is a good example of how much of Spain's cuisine has evolved from peasant food.

21/06/2020

A classic tapas item, albondigas, or meatballs in tomato sauce, are served all over Spain.

Spanish Meatballs, or Albondigas, are traditionally served at tapas bars in Spain. Whether you serve them for an appetizer, tapas party, or dinner main dish, these small meatballs in a flavorful tomato sauce are perfect for enjoying with a glass of red wine from the Navarra region of Spain.

20/06/2020

Another typical item on a tapas menu, croquetas are tubes of bechamel sauce encased in fried breadcrumbs, but a lot more tasty than that sounds.

Try my easy Spanish ham croquettes recipe and feel like you're eating tapas in Spain. Perfect appetizers, these delicious croquetas de jamón are a hit!

19/06/2020

Churros are a popular snack made from fried dough pastry, cut into sausage shapes and doused in sugar. They're a favorite at fiestas, or street parties, when they're sold by roadside vendors. Dipping them in hot melted chocolate is pretty much the law.

These are the best churros! Crispy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside. Includes step by step photos and tips so you can perfect them!

18/06/2020

The humble Spanish omelet can be made with chorizo, peppers and onions, among other ingredients, but purists will tell you it should only contain potatoes and eggs.

Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish

17/06/2020

Jamón, or cured ham, is the most celebrated Spanish food product. Legs of ham were traditionally salted and hung up to dry to preserve them through the long winter months.

While studying in Italy, I became quite fond of the prosciutto-topped panini sold in some of the coffee bars. I make something similar for my sons who, after studying in Spain, introduced the family to jamón ibérico and jamón serrano. (We get it at The Spanish Table, a fun shopping venue for all ...

17/06/2020

Less well known to tourists, fideuà is a type of Spanish pasta similar to vermicelli. It's popular in Catalonia and Valencia in seafood dishes that rival paella for their taste and intricacy.

This gorgeous Valencian dish is a one-pot wonder similar to paella that's a hit all over Spain and further afield.

17/06/2020

A common dish on tapas menus, pimientos de Padron are green peppers that hail originally from the town of that name in Galicia, in Spain's lush, rainy northwest.

Try your hand at Spanish cooking with this easy and authentic Padrón peppers recipe. The secrets to perfect pimientos? Olive oil, salt, and plenty of heat!

17/06/2020

This tomato-based Andalusian soup is most famous for being served cold. This can be quite a shock for those who aren't expecting it, but in the searing heat of a Seville summer, the attraction becomes clear.

Everything I've learned living in Spain about how to make the BEST authentic, delicious, tomato gazpacho recipe -- in just 15 minutes!

17/06/2020

A staple among the small dishes that make up a classic tapas menu, patatas bravas -- "brave potatoes" -- is named for its spicy sauce, rare in a land that generally shuns fiery food.

Make this classic tapas dish part of your cooking repertoire – it's simply potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce

17/06/2020

Paella is perhaps the most famous Spanish dish of all, and certainly one of the most abused.

Valencia is a Spanish coastal city where this dish is particularly revered. This paella features seafood, sausage and chicken but don't forget the saffron -- it is the essential spice of the dish.