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Feb 12, 2023 · Whether this is your first time visiting Don Quixote’s country or not, here’s what to eat in Spain – from region-specific traditional dishes to some of the most common foods in Spain. 1. Paella Valenciana – famous traditional Spanish food. Paella Valenciana — a must-eat food in Spain.
- Paella. Paella is one of the most popular food in Spain and it’s definitely our favorite lunch option when it comes to Spanish dishes! Since I’m personally not eating seafood, though the seafood Paella is the most popular, I’m rather making Paella with chicken.
- Tortilla de Patatas. The Tortilla de Patatas or Spanish omelet is definitely one of the best food to eat in Spain! If you’re looking for some of the most famous Spanish side dishes, or Spanish egg dish, you will always find the Tortilla de Patatas on the list.
- Patatas Bravas. Patatas Bravas is one of those traditional Spanish dishes we can’t ignore! It’s simple, easy, and tasty. This is also one of the most popular food in Spain, especially in places like Barcelona!
- Albondigas. Right, so our next nominee on the list of famous Spanish dishes is Albondigas. We all love meatballs right? The whole world is rounding around different meatball dishes and recipes.
- Aceitunas. As described, Spain is the biggest producer of olive oil in the world so it only follows that aceitunas or olives are one of the most common tapas.
- Tortilla Española. Tortilla española or tortilla de patatas is one of the most well-known Spanish foods. It refers to a Spanish omelette traditionally made with eggs, potatoes, and olive oil.
- Patatas Bravas. Patatas bravas or papas bravas is a popular Spanish tapa or side dish made with white potatoes cut into irregular chunks or cubes. They’re deep-fried in olive oil and served with salsa brava and mayonnaise or aioli.
- Calcots. A calcot is a variety of scallion popular in Spanish Catalan cuisine. They’re similar to leeks and are larger and milder in flavor than a typical green onion.
- Tortilla Española. When we say tortilla in Sweden, we usually talk about thin bread made from flour. In Spain however, a tortilla is basically a Spanish omelette made of eggs and potatoes.
- Gambas al ajillo. When it comes to Spanish food, Gambas al ajillo might just be my #1 favorite dish. It’s an appetizer and tapas dish with garlic shrimps that have been fried with olive oil in a special clay pot.
- Albondigas. Swedish meatballs are famous worldwide, but Spain has their own version of meatballs, known in Spanish as Albondigas. They are usually served in a bowl with a spicy tomato sauce.
- Pulpo a la Gallega. Another famous tapas dish that you should try. Even if you dislike octopus or find it scary to eat, I encourage you to taste Pulpo a la Gallega while you travel to Spain.
Oct 2, 2023 · 1. Paella Valenciana. Paella is perhaps the most famous Spanish dish of all, and certainly one of the most abused. Authentic paella originates from the region around Valencia, and comes in two...
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Nov 27, 2020 · Most Popular Spanish Dishes. The two basic staple ingredients in almost all Spanish food are olive oil and garlic. Being on the Iberian peninsula, fish and seafood are plentiful and abundant as well as jamon (ham). Typical herbs used in Spanish food include oregano, parsley and thyme.
What Is the Best Spanish Food? Spanish cuisine is renowned for its diversity, richness, and variety of fresh ingredients. Here are some of the most iconic and beloved dishes from Spain, though “the best” would largely depend on personal taste: Paella: A rice dish originally from Valencia. It’s traditionally made with rabbit, chicken ...
