Spanish
Vegetarian
1 h 5 min
SpainMain course
Tortilla de patatas
Spanish potato omelette with eggs, onion, potatoes, and olive oil. Simple, thick, and gently creamy in the middle.
8 servings
1 h 5 min
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Spain
15 recipes rooted in Spain — quick weeknight options, classics, and weekend cooking from the same culinary tradition.
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Paella valenciana
SpanishPork1 h 15 minSpainMain coursePaella valenciana
Traditional Valencian paella with chicken, pork ribs, flat green beans, butter beans, saffron, and short-grain rice.
4 servings1 h 15 minDinnerRead recipe
SpanishVegetarian45 minSpainSoupGazpacho
A classic Andalusian cold soup where ripe tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, onion, and garlic are blended smooth with olive oil and a little sherry vinegar.
4 servings45 minLunchRead recipePatatas Bravas
Spanish35 minSpainSide dishPatatas Bravas
Crisp fried potatoes served with a classic salsa brava made with smoked paprika and a proper spicy edge, like in a Spanish tapas bar.
4 servings35 minDinnerRead recipeAlbondigas in Tomato Sauce
SpanishPork45 minSpainMain courseAlbondigas in Tomato Sauce
Spanish meatballs made with pork and chorizo, browned first and then finished in a tomato sauce with paprika, garlic, and a splash of white wine or dry sherry.
4 servings45 minDinnerRead recipeChurros with Chocolate
SpanishDessert40 minSpainDessertChurros with Chocolate
Classic Spanish churros piped and fried until crisp, then served with thick dark hot chocolate for dipping.
4 servings40 minCoffee breakRead recipeSeafood Paella
SpanishFish55 minSpainMain courseSeafood Paella
A vibrant Spanish rice dish with saffron, seafood, and vegetables. Cooked in a large shallow pan for a perfect crust (socarrat).
4 servings55 minDinnerRead recipePatatas Bravas
SpanishVegetarian35 minSpainStarterPatatas Bravas
Crispy fried potato cubes served with a spicy tomato sauce and a dollop of creamy aioli. The king of Spanish tapas.
4 servings35 minAppetizerRead recipeChurros with chocolate dipping sauce
SpanishDessert35 minSpainDessertChurros with chocolate dipping sauce
Crispy Spanish fried dough sticks dusted in cinnamon sugar and served with a rich dark chocolate dipping sauce.
4 servings35 minDessertRead recipeGambas al ajillo – Spanish garlic prawns
SpanishVegetarianQuick18 minSpainStarterGambas al ajillo – Spanish garlic prawns
Classic Spanish tapas with prawns sizzled in olive oil with garlic, chilli and sherry. Served in a cazuela with crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
4 servings18 minSnackRead recipeCroquetas de jamón – Spanish ham croquettes
SpanishVegetarian3 h 50 minSpainStarterCroquetas de jamón – Spanish ham croquettes
Crispy Spanish croquettes with a silky, creamy béchamel filling packed with jamón serrano. A beloved tapas bar staple.
4 servings3 h 50 minSnackRead recipeFideuà – Valencian noodle paella
SpanishFish45 minSpainMain courseFideuà – Valencian noodle paella
The Valencian alternative to paella made with short vermicelli noodles instead of rice, cooked in a rich seafood stock with prawns and mussels.
4 servings45 minDinnerRead recipeSalmorejo – Andalusian cold tomato soup
SpanishVegetarian1 h 15 minSpainSoupSalmorejo – Andalusian cold tomato soup
Velvety cold Andalusian tomato soup thickened with bread and olive oil. Thicker and richer than gazpacho, topped with hard-boiled egg and jamón.
4 servings1 h 15 minLunchRead recipePisto manchego – La Mancha vegetable stew
SpanishVegan1 hSpainMain coursePisto manchego – La Mancha vegetable stew
The Spanish answer to ratatouille – a slow-cooked vegetable stew from La Mancha with courgette, peppers, tomatoes and aubergine. Serve with fried eggs.
4 servings1 hDinnerRead recipeEscalivada – Catalan Roasted Vegetables
SpanishVegan1 hSpainGrönsakerEscalivada – Catalan Roasted Vegetables
Classic Catalan dish of whole eggplants, peppers, onions and tomatoes roasted until soft and smoky. Served as a starter or side dish drizzled with olive oil and garlic.
4 servings1 hLunchRead recipe