spanish cuisine

Combine pork belly, black pudding and bacon lardons in this Spanish rice dish. Meaty and filling, it feeds eight with little effort and is perfect for a cold night

Arroz al horno (baked rice)

tbsp extra virgin olive oil

pork belly pork slices (about 8-10 slices), halved

black pudding

chunky bacon lardons

onion

red peppers

plum tomato

garlic

tsp smoked paprika

¼-½ tsp dried chilli flakes

white beans butter beans

chicken stock

thyme

paella rice

lemon

Heat oven to 200C/180C/gas 6. Heat half the oil in a deep frying or sauté pan (or shallow <a href="https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/review/test-best-casserole-dishes">casserole dish</a>) measuring around 30cm in diameter. Over a high heat, colour the pork belly slices on each side in several batches, then transfer to a bowl. Add the remaining oil to the pan and lower the heat to medium, then add the black pudding and bacon and fry all over for several mins. Remove with a slotted spoon. <a href="https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/content/top-five-non-stick-frying-pans">Fry</a> the onion and peppers for around 10 mins until soft and pale gold, then add the tomato and cook until soft. Add the garlic, smoked paprika and chilli flakes and cook for another 2 mins, then put the pork, black pudding and bacon back in the pan. Add the beans, stock and whichever herb you&#39;re using, and bring everything to the boil.

Sprinkle the rice around the pork belly, pushing it underneath the stock. Let the stock come to the&nbsp;boil again, season well, then transfer to the oven (leave it uncovered). Cook for 20 mins without stirring, then check to see how the rice is doing. The rice should be tender&nbsp;and the stock absorbed. If it&rsquo;s not ready, put back in the oven for another 5 mins, then check again. Taste for seasoning.&nbsp;

Squeeze lemon juice over the top and drizzle over some&nbsp;extra virgin olive oil just before serving, if you like.

The Puntillitas Fritas or fried baby squid as they are called in English is a very popular food from Southern Spain. 

Even though there is not a particular date of creation of this dish, it is believed that sailors from third-century A.C were the first ones to introduce different types of fried fish plates and since then they haven’t left the spotlight of Andalusian cuisine.

Fried Baby Squid from Spain - Puntillitas Fritas Recipe

squid

Salt

corn flour

Flour

Extra virgin olive oil

Wash and clean the baby squid, then dry...

Wash and clean the baby squid, then dry it completely and put a little bit of salt on them

In a large bowl mix the two types...

In a large bowl mix the two types of flour* and cover the baby squid with that mixture 

In a deep and large pan heat the...

In a deep and large pan heat the extra virgin olive oil 

Fry the squid on the hot oil until...

Fry the squid on the hot oil until they get golden brown, then remove.

Put a little bit more of salt on...

Put a little bit more of salt on top of them and serve as preferred!

There is so much that you can do with potatoes as a side dish and Patatas Bravas is a traditional Spanish side dish that is perfect for tapas night.

Patatas Bravas

potatoes

olive oil

400 g chopped tomatoes (canned)

tomato puree

0.5 tsp chilli powder

sea salt and black pepper

parsley (to garnish)

Put the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling water and simmer for 7 minutes and drain.

Add the drained potatoes to a large baking tray with the olive oil, paprika and some salt and pepper and mix well. Roast in the oven at 190°C/350°F/Gas 5 for 35-40 minutes until the potatoes are cooked and crispy.

Heat a little oil in a pan and add the onion and garlic and gently cook for 4 minutes. 

Add the rest of the ingredients to the pan and stir and simmer for 10 minutes.

Put the potatoes in a bowl.

Top with the tomato mixture and garnish with parsley.

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Patatas Bravas is a traditional Spanish side dish recipe or "tapas" that consists of crispy roasted potatoes topped with a smokey tomato sauce. Baked instead of fried, this is so simple to make, but totally delicious too. It's vegan, gluten free and also really cheap to make.

Easy Spanish Rice, also known as Mexican Rice, is a simple and delicious way to make rice more exciting and a must-have side dish at any Tapas dinner party.

Spanish Rice

rice

vegetable stock

onion (diced)

red bell pepper (diced)

garlic (diced)

tomato puree/paste

0.5 tsp chili powder

0.5 tsp ground cumin

oregano

ml passata

lemon ((juice only))

parsley (chopped)

Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and pepper and cook for 2 minutes.

Add the rice and stir. Toast the rice in the pan for 2 minutes.

Add the rest of the ingredients (except the parsley). Stir and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the liquid has gone.

Remove from the heat, fluff up the rice with a fork and add the parsley.

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This easy and authentic Spanish Rice recipe, also known as Mexican Rice, is a simple and delicious way to make rice more exciting and a must-have vegan side dish at any Mexican night or Tapas dinner party. Perfect homemade fluffy rice with smokey paprika and a hint of chilli, it is all made in one pot and is healthy too.

Albondigas are delicious Spanish meatballs in a rich and smokey tomato sauce. A must at any tapas feast, but equally delicious served with pasta or potato.

Albondigas (Spanish Meatballs)

250 g pork mince

paprika

0.5 tsp chilli powder (or

parsley

breadcrumbs

shallots (diced)

ml red wine

In a large bowl, add all the ingredients for the meatballs.

Mix well and then form in to 20 meatballs.

Add some oil to a large frying pan and then brown them all all sides (this will take about 5 minutes). Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Start the sauce by adding some more oil to the pan and adding the shallots and garlic and gently cook for 2 minutes. Add the wine and then simmer for 2 minutes.

Add the rest of the sauce ingredients and simmer for 3 minutes.

Put the meatballs back in the pan with the sauce, mix well and simmer for 10 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

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Albondigas are delicious Spanish meatballs in a rich and smokey tomato sauce. A must at any tapas feast, but equally delicious served on pasta or mashed potato. Either save some time and buy ready made meatballs, or use our really simple meatball recipe that is packed with flavour.

Albondigas

From the dusty central plains to the islands plopped in the azure waters of the Mediterranean, you’ll find the delicious aroma of Gambas al ajillo (Garlic shrimp) wafting from all regions of Spain. This recipe is quick and super easy to make and can be made in around 15 minutes. Best of all doesn’t require any special equipment or fancy ingredients! Get your skillets ready, let’s make Spain&#039;s famous tapas dish, gambas al ajillo!

Gambas al ajillo (Spanish Garlic shrimp)

raw shrimp

garlic cloves

sweet Spanish paprika

dried chili flakes (add more if you

100 ml extra virgin olive oil

shot (60 ml fine sherry wine)

parsley (optional for garnish)

lemon (half of the zest)

salt

prepare shrimp

Peel the shrimp completely, without the shells and heads, and season lightly with a pinch of salt. Soak in chilled water for 10 minutes.

prepare garlic

Remove the shrimp from the water and set them aside. Meanwhile, peel the garlic and cut it into thin slices.

fry onions and garlic

In the skillet, set to medium heat, add half of the olive oil, and once hot add the finely chopped onion. Cook the onion until golden, then add the sliced garlic. Cook for around 3-4 minutes or until the garlic starts to golden slightly.

fry shrimp

Add the remaining oil and give it a minute to heat up. Add all of the shrimp and cook for around 3 minutes on each side or until golden.

add sherry and lemon

Once you flip the shrimp, add the sherry and a little lemon zest and stir occasionally to allow the shrimp to collect with the garlic and spices.

add chili (optional)

Add the chili, and toasted paprika, and stir through. Cook for another minute.

simmer lightly

Once everything has slightly browned, remove from the heat and sprinkle with some fresh parsley.

To serve:

serving instructions

Either serve in small clay pots or just serve the skillet on a wooden chopping board. Always serve this dish with a mountain of fresh bread!

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Gambas al ajillo (Garlic shrimp) is a favorite tapas in Spain. It’s full of flavor and can be made in around 15 minutes! Serves tapas for 4 people

Garlic shrimp - Gambas al ajillo

Cheesy Chorizo and Tomato Baked Pasta is a delicious recipe for a wonderful dinner. Easy to make with few ingredients, this dish will become a favorite. Pasta baked in a delicious tomato sauce with cheese and Spanish chorizo is all you need for a comforting dinner on a cold night.

Cheesy Chorizo and Tomato Baked Pasta

chopped onion

Spanish Chorizo

tomatoes

oz.(400 grams) package dry penne pasta

cups(250 grams) shredded cheese(Manchego, parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar etc)

salt and pepper

dry basil

Preheat the oven to 400F/200C.

Place an oiled medium sized skillet on high...

Place an oiled medium sized skillet on high heat on the stove.

Add the onion and sauté until transparent. Add...

Add the onion and sauté until transparent. Add the sliced Spanish chorizo to the skillet.

Sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Next, add the tomato sauce, crushed garlic, oregano,...

Next, add the tomato sauce, crushed garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper to taste and let simmer for a minute.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package.

When the pasta is cooked, drain the water...

When the pasta is cooked, drain the water and add it to the tomato and chorizo mixture.

Place the pasta with the sauce in a...

Place the pasta with the sauce in a baking dish and add the shredded cheese on top.

Finally, bake for 20-30 minutes until the cheese...

Finally, bake for 20-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbly and golden.

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