Spanish Slow Braised Pork Cheeks – Carrillada Recipe

The stew inside a green plate. On the table there is a white tea towel with blue stars on it.

Carrillada is my all-time favourite Spanish tapa, the one I simply cannot resist ordering whenever I see it on a menu. On my most recent trip to Sevilla, I happily ordered it for both lunch and dinner, reassured by the fact that tapas portions make it perfectly acceptable to indulge often. Not that I would […]

How to Make Spanish Tortilla With Chorizo – Tortilla Española Con Chorizo Recipe

A slice of Spanish tortilla with chorizo cut and lifted from the round dish

Whenever I used to think about Spanish tortilla, I imagined it as one of those dishes best left to Spanish grandmothers and seasoned tapas chefs. Those neat layers of potato, the creamy centre, the deep flavour, and above all that perfectly rounded shape felt almost impossible to achieve at home. But once I made my […]

Spanish Migas With Peas And Chorizo Recipe

A blue bowl with a base of peas, topped with chorizo and orange crispy bread, and a fried egg over everything.

Spanish migas are one of those humble dishes that perfectly capture the soul of traditional home cooking. Originally created as a way to use up stale bread, migas have countless regional variations across Spain. This version of Spanish migas with peas and chorizo recipe is hearty, comforting, and full of flavor, combining crispy bread, chorizo, […]

Spanish Frito Mallorquin Recipe – Spanish Lamb Fry-Up from Mallorca

A tapas bowl filled with a meat and vegetables kind of stew, with parsley sprinkled on top

I remember my first ever Spanish frito Mallorquin, eaten in a cellar restaurant in Inca, a pretty town in the centre of Mallorca. I was there with quite a large group of friends and we shared several dishes between us, before the main event of the lunch, which was the typical suckling piglet, arrived at […]

Spanish Chicken Wings With Garlic and Paprika Recipe – Pollo al Ajillo

A rectangular platter with Spanish chicken wings plated on a bed of chopped lettuce

Pollo al Ajillo, or Spanish Chicken Wings with Garlic and Paprika, is a classic dish that combines the smoky, earthy flavours of paprika with the bold kick of garlic and chili. It’s a classic in the tapas bars around Spain, especially in the very local ones in small towns and villages. These wings are juicy, […]

Pinchos Morunos – Spanish Pork Skewers Recipe

2 pork skewers on a rectangular platter

Pinchos Morunos, also known as Moorish skewers or Spanish pork skewers, are a beloved dish in Spanish cuisine, particularly popular in the southern regions of Spain such as Andalucia. Pinchos Morunos consist of bite-sized pieces of marinated pork, typically threaded onto skewers and grilled until slightly charred, but maintaining a juicy, tender interior. This dish […]

Spanish Chorizo in Red Wine Tapas Recipe – Chorizo al Vino Tinto

A tapas dish filled with the chorizo in the red wine. The dish is decorated with chopped green parsley. The tapas dish sits on a red tea towel.

The Spanish Chorizo in red wine is one of the most popular tapas all over the country. It’s a classic Spanish dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just looking for a tasty snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a dish that’s bursting with […]