How to Make Montaditos – Spanish Finger Sandwiches

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Montaditos are open-faced Spanish sandwiches and a stable food item in Spanish cuisine. Although people make it with various ingredients, it usually contains bread slices and toppings, including chorizo sausages, smoked meat, pickled veggies, anchovies, cheese, or seafood. Let us discuss the procedure for making Spanish finger sandwiches. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One baguette
  • One tin of tuna – packed in olive oil
  • One tin of anchovies – filled with olive oil
  • One roasted bell pepper – cut into strips
  • Two tablespoons of tomato preserves
  • Four queso Manchego – thin slices
  • Three tablespoons of cream cheese
  • Two slices of smoked salmon
  • Fresh chives and parsley
  • Extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 410 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Cut the baguette into one-inch thick diagonal slices
  3. Add the bread slices to the baking tray with drizzle some extra virgin olive oil
  4. Place the tray in the oven and toast the pieces for two minutes
  5. You will need one tin of tuna, one roasted bell pepper, and one tin of anchovies for the first flavor of finger sandwiches
  6. Spread the tuna over two bread slices
  7. Now add two strips of bell pepper and top each slice with one anchovy
  8. Use fresh parsley for garnishing
  9. You will need two tablespoons of tomato preserve and four slices of queso Manchego for the second favor of sandwiches
  10. So, add four slices of Manchego to two bread slices
  11. Now add one tablespoon of tomato to each bread slice
  12. Use parsley for garnishing
  13. Next, add one slice of smoked salmon and cheese onto two slices of bread and garnish with chives
  14. The sandwiches are ready to serve
  15. Enjoy it with your family and friends

How to Make Tortilla Espanola – Spanish Omelet

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Tortilla Espanola is a dish Spanish people always make at home. It is one of Spanish cuisine’s most authentic and staple items, with potatoes, onions, and eggs. However, depending on your preferences, you can also add chives and parsley. Here is the list of ingredients and instructions to make a Spanish Omelet. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One tablespoon of olive oil
  • Two large potatoes – sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon of paprika – optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • One sweet onion – sliced
  • One teaspoon of olive oil
  • One bunch of parsley – fresh and chopped
  • One tablespoon of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Heat one tablespoon of olive in a skillet
  3. Place the potatoes in the oil
  4. Use salt and pepper for seasoning
  5. You can also use smoked paprika
  6. Fry the potatoes for eight minutes
  7. Fry the onions for ten minutes
  8. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside
  9. Now beat eggs with one teaspoon of oil in a bowl
  10. Stir in potato-onion mixture and parsley
  11. Heat one tablespoon of olive in a skillet
  12. Add egg-potato mixture to the hot skillet
  13. Reduce the heat to low and shake the skillet to preventing sticking
  14. Slide the skillet into the oven and bake for five minutes
  15. Remove from oven and cut the omelet into pie-shaped pieces
  16. Serve hot to your family or friends

How to Make Bacalao Al Pil Pil – Basque-Style Fried Codfish

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Bacalao Al Pil-Pil is a Basque-style fried codfish famous all over Spain. It contains salt cod, olive oil, garlic, and other ingredients. The best thing about this dish is its emulsification in the pil-pil sauce. Here is the list of ingredients and instructions to make Bacalao Al Pil-Pil. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Two pounds of salt cod
  • Six cloves of garlic
  • One cup or three tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
  • One hot pepper
    • Cayenne pepper
    • Or Jalapeno pepper

Instructions

  1. Cut the cod into smaller pieces
  2. Wash and rinse the cod pieces with cold water
  3. Add the chunks/pieces to a glass baking dish
  4. Add water to the dish to cover the fish
  5. Cover the dish and wrap it in plastic
  6. Place the dish in the refrigerator
  7. Change water three times over the next 24 hours
  8. Use paper towels to pat dry the cod
  9. Cut the cod into large pieces
  10. Now slice the garlic cloves
  11. Use a casserole dish and pour a few tablespoons of olive oil
  12. Heat the olive oil on a medium-low heat
  13. Sauté the garlic until it is brown
  14. Remove garlic and set aside
  15. Now reduce the heat to ensure the oil becomes lukewarm
  16. Add the cod and provide the skin side is up
  17. Stir the oil slowly
  18. Drizzle the rest of the extra-virgin olive oil and continue to stir for 15 minutes
  19. Place the garlic and pepper on top of the juicy fish
  20. Cool for five minutes to thicken the pil-pil sauce
  21. Serve the delicious Bacalao Al Pil-Pil

How to Make Boquerones Fritos – Spanish Fried Anchovies

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If you love Spanish food, you can’t miss eating Boquerones Fritos. It is one of the most delicious, crispy, and flavorful food. You will love the Spanish fried anchovies. Although you can find it in Spanish restaurants, we recommend making this dish in your kitchen. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One pound of fresh anchovies
  • One cup of white flour
  • One tablespoon of salt
  • Olive oil for frying
  • Lemon wedges to serve

Instructions

  1. Start the process by cleaning the anchovies
  2. Remove the heads and innards using your thumb
  3. Remove the spine from the anchovies
  4. Rinse the fish in water and use paper towels to pat dry
  5. Combine the flour and salt using your hands on a large plate
  6. Roll the anchovies in the flour mixture
  7. Make sure all sides have proper mixture coating
  8. Heat olive oil in a medium-sized skillet
  9. Fry the anchovies until they are golden brown
  10. Remove anchovies from the oil and place them on a plate
  11. Make sure you line the plate with paper towels
  12. Use a pinch of sea salt for seasoning
  13. Use lemon wedges for garnishing
  14. Enjoy the delicious anchovies

How to Make Croquetas – Spanish Croquettes

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Croquetas, also known as Spanish Croquettes, are one of the most delicious household staples in Cuba, Latin America, and Spain. Not only are Spanish croquettes delicious and crispy, but they are also a perfect breakfast or snack. Here is the list of ingredients and instructions to make Spanish Croquettes. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Four tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • One tablespoon of onion – finely chopped
  • One cup of whole milk
  • One cup of all-purpose flour – divided
  • ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • One pound of ground ham
  • One tablespoon of cooking wine
  • Two large eggs
  • One cup of breadcrumbs – grounded
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat
  2. Add onions and cook for 1-2 minutes
  3. Whisk in milk, nutmeg, salt, and 1/3 cup of flour
  4. Don’t forget to add the pepper
  5. Add the cooking wine and ham to the whisked ingredients
  6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-6 minutes
  7. Transfer the filling to a bowl and set aside or refrigerate
  8. Remove the filling from the fridge or freezer
  9. Create logs 3 inches long and one-inch wide
  10. Add breadcrumbs to prevent stickiness
  11. Place all logs in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
  12. Whisk eggs and set aside
  13. Use another bowl to mix the breadcrumbs and flour
  14. Remove the logs from the fridge and dip each one in egg
  15. Now coat the log in flour-crumb mixture
  16. Repeat the step until you have covered or coated all logs
  17. Heat vegetable oil in a large-sized pan or pot
  18. Cover the logs in the oil and heat for 3-4 minutes
  19. Remove the logs from the oil and place them on a paper-lined plate
  20. Serve with lime wedges and saltines
  21. Enjoy the delicious croquettes

How to Make Garbanzos Con Espinacas – Spinach With Chickpeas

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Garbanzos Con Espinacas is a Spanish dish with spinach and chickpeas. Most people in Spain and Latin America eat it as a light meal or side dish. We recommend eating it with a grilled pork chop and crusty bread. Here is the list of ingredients and instructions to make Garbanzos Con Espinacas. Read on!

Ingredients

  • Four tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Four cloves of minced garlic
  • A half onion – diced
  • One 10-ounce frozen chopped spinach – drained
  • One 12-ounce of chickpea– drained
  • A half teaspoon of salt
  • A half teaspoon of cumin

Instructions

  1. Heat the extra virgin olive oil over low-medium heat in a skillet
  2. Cook onion and garlic for five minutes
  3. Stir in chickpeas and spinach
  4. Add salt and cumin to the skillet
  5. Use a spoon to stir and mash the chickpeas
  6. Cook the ingredients and remove them from the heat
  7. Serve the delicious spinach and chickpeas

How to Make Caracoles – Snail Tapas

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Caracoles, also known as snail tapas, are a traditional Spanish dish. You can find this dish in tapa bars and restaurants. However, there are two tapas served in Spain: Cabrillas and Caracoles. In this recipe we will list ingredients and instructions for making caracoles, a dish made with tiny snails. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One kilogram of snails
  • One onion
  • Two cloves of garlic
  • One red pepper
  • One boiled egg
  • One tomato
  • 100 grams of chorizo
  • 50 grams of nuts
  • Laurel
  • Black pepper
  • One glass of brandy

Instructions

  1. Start the process by bleaching the snails in the cooking water
  2. The purpose is to remove slime
  3. Cook for a third time for about 15 minutes
  4. Add onions to olive oil and cook for a few minutes
  5. Now add a bay leaf and red pepper and flame the ingredients with brandy
  6. Add diced tomatoes and cook to obtain a sauce
  7. Put in snails once you have cooked the sauce
  8. Cook the snails for 20-25 minutes
  9. Add ham, garlic, chorizo, and olive oil
  10. Combine these ingredients with snails
  11. Add some nuts and a boiled egg
  12. Cook for a few minutes
  13. Add salt to adjust the taste
  14. Serve to your family or friends

How to Make Empanadas – Spanish Pastries

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Empanadas, also known as Spanish pastries, are not only famous in Spain but also in Latin America. It is one of the staple items in Argentinean cuisine. Depending on your preferences, you can make it like a tart or pastry. Here is the list of ingredients and instructions to make Empanadas.

Ingredients

  • 12 empanada pastry rounds
  • Five tablespoons of butter – divided
  • Three green onions – minced
  • One 14-ounce sweet corn
  • One pinch of ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Six tablespoons of all-purpose flour
  • One or two cups of whole milk
  • Six tablespoons of parmesan cheese – grated and divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Grease and flour a muffin tin that can contain 12 cups
  3. Now add and line the muffin cups with pastry rounds
  4. Heat butter in a skillet over high-medium heat
  5. Stir green onions for 3-5 minutes
  6. Add salt, corn, nutmeg, and pepper
  7. Stir again for two minutes
  8. Remove the from the heat
  9. Now add three tablespoons of butter to a saucepan
  10. Add flour and cook for one minute
  11. Pour in milk and cook until you create a thick sauce
  12. Add 50% of the parmesan cheese and continue stirring
  13. Stir sauce into the corn mixture
  14. Next, fill the pastry with the mixture
  15. Use the remaining parmesan cheese for topping
  16. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes
  17. Serve your family or friends

How to Make Gambas Al Ajillo – Garlic Prawns

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Gambas Al Ajillo, also known as garlic prawns, is one of the famous dishes in Spanish restaurants. It contains shrimp with garlic and olive oil flavors of paprika and sherry. Here is the list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions to make Gambas Al Ajillo. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One pound of frozen shrimp – deveined
  • One teaspoon of hot paprika – smoked
  • Four cloves of garlic
  • ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil
  • Two tablespoons of dry sherry
  • One tablespoon of chopped parsley
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Add shrimp to a large-sized bowl
  2. Season the shrimp with kosher salt and paprika
  3. Slice garlic into small and thin slices
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet
  5. Add garlic to the olive oil and cook until golden for two minutes
  6. Add shrimp to the skillet and increase heat from medium to high
  7. Toss and turn the shrimp for two minutes
  8. Add sherry and continue stirring for one minute
  9. Remove the shrimp from the heat
  10. Use parsley for garnishing and serve

How to Make Albondigas – Spanish Meatballs

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Do you know Albondigas is one of the most delicious and famous dishes in Spain and nearby countries? Yes, this is true. It contains a mix of tender potatoes and carrots with delectable meatballs and salsa to satisfy your taste buds. You can make Spanish meatball soup easily and quickly. Read on!

Ingredients

  • One quart of water
  • Four sliced carrots
  • Two small potatoes – diced
  • One medium onion – diced
  • One or two cups of salsa
  • Two beef bouillon cubes
  • One or two pounds of ground beef
  • 1/3 cup of seasoned dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup of milk
  • One tablespoon of chopped cilantro – fresh

Instructions

  1. Add water, potatoes, carrots, onions, salsa, and bouillon cubes to a large stockpot
  2. Reduce the heat and cook for 10-15 minutes
  3. Mix breadcrumbs, beef, and milk in a bowl
  4. Create one-inch-thick meatballs and drop them into the broth
  5. Bring the soup to a boil and reduce the heat
  6. Cover and cook until meatballs and veggies are tender for 20 minutes
  7. Use cilantro for garnishing
  8. Enjoy the delicious Albondigas