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Chorizo in Red Wine

by Jonathan Larrad

Chorizo in Red Wine

This is a really simple tapas dish bursting with the smokey paprika flavour of the chorizo and the richness of red wine. It’s a ridiculously easy dish to make and it’s an impressive addition to any tapas spread, especially when you want to add a few hot dishes to your selection.

Tuna, Piquillo Pepper & Guindilla Montadito

by Jonathan Larrad

Tuna, Piquillo Pepper & Guindilla Montadito

If you have ever been to a Tapas bar in Spain you will have seen rows of montaditos on the counter – pieces of bread topped with a myriad of interesting and colourful toppings. The term montadito comes from the word montar, meaning to mount, as a reference to the toppings mounted on top of the bread. One of our favourite combinations is tuna loin, piquillo peppers (roasted red peppers) and guindilla.

Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician-Style Octopus) - The Simple Way

by Jonathan Larrad

Pulpo a la Gallega (Galician-Style Octopus) - The Simple Way

Pulpo a la Gallega or Galician-Style Octopus is a classic dish of sliced boiled potatoes, small round slices of octopus, paprika, sea salt and olive oil, generally served as a heartier tapa. It comes from Galicia, the northwestern corner of Spain and one of Spain’s culinary centers, especially known for its seafood. We’re cheating a bit with this recipe as we’re using tinned octopus instead of preparing the octopus ourselves, but in our opinion it works beautifully and well.

Gambas Al Ajillo (Spanish Shrimp with Garlic)

by Jonathan Larrad

Gambas Al Ajillo (Spanish Shrimp with Garlic)

A Spanish tapas classic, Gambas Al Ajillo, is a regular feature on our menu here at Spanish Pig. Not only are they a must-have as part of a tapas spread, but they are also great for a quick, healthy and simple dinner. Delicious served with some crusty bread for dipping in the garlicky oil and a crunchy green salad on the side.

Spanish Artichoke Heart and White Bean Dip

by Jonathan Larrad

Spanish Artichoke Heart and White Bean Dip

A quick and easy dip you can whip up in under 10 minutes. Think of it as something you might use instead of hummus. This dip is great to make ahead, keeps well in the fridge and is perfect for lunches or entertaining. Plus it’s vegan!

Serve with raw veggies, crackers or crusty baguette – it’s always a hit and kids like it too.

Bellota Ham. The King of Hams.

by Jonathan Larrad

Bellota Ham. The King of Hams.

Jamón ibérico is a culinary treasure from Spain which originates exclusively from the meat of black-hoofed Iberian pigs. The finest of all Jamón Ib...

Romesco - How to Make and Serve this Versatile Spanish Sauce

by Jonathan Larrad

Romesco - How to Make and Serve this Versatile Spanish Sauce

Romesco is a tomato-based sauce that was created in Cataluña by the local fishermen to be eaten with fish. Some say its origins are Roman, while ot...

The Joy of a Simple Spanish Mixed Salad (Ensalada Mixta)

by Jonathan Larrad

The Joy of a Simple Spanish Mixed Salad (Ensalada Mixta)

Eating healthy need not be boring and flavourless. In Spain, a salad always seems to make its way to the table for lunch or dinner. Whether dining ...

Meatballs the Spanish Way: Serrano Ham, Lemon and Green Olive Meatball Recipe

by Jonathan Larrad

Meatballs the Spanish Way: Serrano Ham, Lemon and Green Olive Meatball Recipe

Meatballs, or albondigas, are a popular Spanish dish and are thought to have originated as a Berber or Arab dish imported to Spain during the perio...

Christmas Food in Spain

by Jonathan Larrad

Christmas Food in Spain

Christmas in Spain is all about the amazing food, with every region having their own gourmet traditions.  These three, however, are sure to make an appearance on most Spanish Christmas Eve dinners.

Posted in Baby eels, Christmas, Jamon, Turon

Brunch the Spanish Way

by Jonathan Larrad

Brunch the Spanish Way

We all love a good brunch and unsurprisingly Spaniards even use the word themselves. While we often look to bacon to pack a flavourful punch to our...

Spain; The Greatest Producer of Olive Oil in the World.

by Jonathan Larrad

Spain; The Greatest Producer of Olive Oil in the World.

Did you know that nearly 50% of the World’s olive oils are produced in Spain, making it the World’s largest exporter of extra virgin olive oil? Ama...