100 recipes of Spanish cuisine that you should try before dying

The diversity of dishes that the Spanish food has is impressive. Each region, each village and each family have their own way of preparing the delicious recipes that through generations have been inherited mothers/fathers/children/grandchildren.

Many know the Spanish gastronomy

strong> for its most famous dishes such as paella, tortilla, tripe and various tapas. But there are many other delicacies in Spanish food that are worth trying, and they are quite a lot more than you could imagine.

I, who have dedicated myself to savoring as many delicacies as possible the Spanish gastronomy , I am impressed with the variety not only of recipes, but also of ingredients. And is that if there is something that has the food of this country is that, if you substitute a single ingredient, for another like, but from another region, everything changes, from the name, to the flavor.

Then I present a list, quite subjective because the objectivity does not exist, of the 100 dishes of Spanish cuisine that you should try before going to the afterlife.

100 recipes of Spanish food that you should try before die

1- Broken eggs (preferably with chorizo)

One of my favorite Spanish dishes of all time. A calorie bomb full of happiness and flavor.

broken eggs

2- Sandwich with squid

A simple sandwich, a favorite of tourists and people in a hurry who want to eat something before going on. Popular in the downtown neighborhoods of Madrid.

the bright mouthful of calamari

3- Squid in their ink

Also known as squid in their ink. A delight that can be accompanied with white rice so that it is impregnated with the sauce. Magic on the palate.

squid in its ink

4- Torreznos

The torreznos are nothing else but bacon cut into thick strips fried in oil until they are golden and crispy. They are so wonderful that UNESCO considers them gastronomic heritage of humanity.

torreznos Spanish cuisine

By KTLO (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0]

5- Tortilla of potatoes

Classic among the classics in Spanish cuisine. The best potato tortillas are those that are slightly creamy in the center. If you do not know how to prepare it, I'll teach you.

cheap food in Madrid

6- Shepherd's Crumbs

Typical dish made with leftover bread and whose recipe varies depending on the region. With chorizo ​​they are amazing. In some preparations they carry grapes.

casa montal zaragoza

7- Black rice

Also known as "black paella", it is a rice made with squid ink and, of course, squid. Of strong and delicious flavor.

black rice

8- Peppers of piquillo rellenos

The best ones are bonito or cod fillers. Piquillo peppers reach another level. Do not be scared by the name, they do not almost sting.

peppers of piquillo

By Tamorlan (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

9- Cald rice with chicken

The Andalusians know, and know a lot.Ideal for cold climates and to eat in large groups. Pouf! You can never serve only one dish!

cocido madrileño

11- Revolconas Potatoes

One of the easiest Spanish recipes that exist. Imagine a mashed potatoes dyed in color with paprika powder and pieces of chorizo, or bacon ... or both.

potatoes revolconas

12- Gambas al ajillo

We have all tried them, we all love them. Its aroma drives us crazy. One of those typical Spanish dishes that we should not overlook.

how to make prawns with garlic recipe

13- Patatas bravas

Potatoes cut into medium pieces with a tomato-based brava sauce on them, it is light (or moderately) spicy.

recipe like making Spanish patatas bravas

14- Cod in Biscayne

In the Basque country they take their meals to a stratospheric level of delicacy and quality. This dish is legendary.

making cod to the vizcaina

15- Fideuá

Of Valencian origin, this dish is prepared similarly to paella but with pasta.

fideua

By Jorge Díaz from Madrid, Spain (Fideua @ Casa Paste) [CC BY- SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

16- Chorizo ​​a la cider

The ideal thing with this dish is to dip bread into the sauce that results from this preparation. Each bite is the glory.

recipe for chorizo ​​a la cider

17- Bacalao al pil-pil

Again the Basques preparing cod like the kings. This time with a green sauce that is to go crazy.

cod al pil pil

By Jun [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

18- Valencia Paella

For many, the queen of all the paellas. Its Valencian version with chicken and rabbit is unmatched. Worthy ambassador of the Spanish food in the whole world.

recipe paella valenciana

19- Baked Segovian suckling pig

This dish has to be eaten in Segovia, in one of its many restaurants specialized in serving it.

 segovian piglet

By Tamorlan (Own work) [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

20- Andalusian Gazpacho

When the summer arrives, the gazpacho arrives, and again the Andalusians stand out in the kitchen with this refreshing delight .

gazpacho

21- Cod croquettes

There are many types of croquette, the classic ham, chicken, black pudding, even cooked. But what's up, the funniest ones are those of cod.

croquettes

22- Cordovan Salmorejo

Delicious Andalusian soup that has been around in Spanish gastronomy since long before the Caliphate.Like any food made with charcoal, it's wonderful. It is accompanied by the well-known romesco sauce.

Calcotada

By Kippelboy (Own work) [CC BY-SA 4.0], via Wikimedia Commons

25- Castilian garlic soup

The garlic soup is simple and delicious. It is a very economical dish to prepare, made with bread, eggs, garlic and broth (or water).

how to make garlic soup

26- Lamb baked in the oven

The lamb is the food of the gods. Any way to prepare it is magnificent. The baby lamb, (or very young) baked, accompanied with some potatoes is ... indescribable.

 suckling lamb

By Xavier Béjar (Flickr: P1290158) [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

27- Galician stock

This delicious soup is usually prepared with cabbage, cabbage or turnip tops. In some cases they put some Galician chorizo ​​or bacon (or both).

Galician broth recipe

28- Galician octopus

One of the greatest works of art that Galicians have. Unmatched in Spanish food. Octopus, potatoes, paprika and a lot of olive oil.

Galician octopus

29- Galician empanada

Another classic of Galician cuisine. They are usually stuffed with chicken or tuna. If you look good, you can get them from sardines, and please, try them!

Galician empanada

30- Hornazo de Salamanca

Hornazo is a great invention. It is a kind of cake or empanada very typical of Salamanca that is stuffed with ham, chorizo, loin and other delicious things that we like so much.

hornazo de salamanca

Photo and recipe: jolineeses.blogspot.com. es

31- Catalan Cream

A delicious and simple dessert that, as the name implies, is typical of Catalonia. It is made with egg yolk and sugar.

crema catalana

32- Boquerones fritos

A classic of Spanish bars. In many cases they are given free when you ask for a rod. Sprinkle lemon juice on them and enjoy them.

fried anchovies

33- Tuna Marmitako

The marmitako is a dish of fishermen from the Basque country made with tuna, potatoes and (in some cases) bread. Everything you need to recharge your batteries after a long day of work.

tuna marmitako

34- Kokotxas of cod in green sauce

The kokotxas (cocochas), are possibly the most delicious part of any fish. It is that meat that is between the gills and the head of the animal.It is common to be served with a fried egg on top as a single dish of food.

recipe manchego pisto

37- Rice with rabbit and snails

A delicious Murcian recipe that resembles the famous paellas. Although the rabbit and the snails are the main ingredients it is important that the rice is the correct one: the one of calasparra.

 rice with rabbit and snails

By Cehegin4u (Own work) (GFDL)

38- Bacalao al ajoarriero

Cod cooked in an earthenware casserole with enough peppers, tomatoes and garlic. In some homes they add prawns or crayfish as extra.

cod recipe ajoarriero

39- Arroz a banda

This delicious Valencian rice made with fish stock was originally a dish of fishermen, who used the leftovers to make a broth that they used to prepare this rice.

rice to band

Photo and recipe: lacocinadeconsu.wordpress.com

40-Ternasco de Aragón with potatoes

The ternasco is a young lamb and as all young lamb its meat is amazing. In Aragon it has a designation of origin and it is eaten in a thousand ways, all wonderful. But as I always say: the simpler, the better, eat it roasted with potatoes. It is majestic.

ternasco de aragon

Photo, learn more about the ternasco of Aragón: www.casaruralneres.com

41- Asturian Fabada

El star dish of Asturias. A powerful stew where fabas, that famous white giant bean, is the protagonist.

fabada asturiana

42- Extremadura fried piglet

Fried pork chopped into pieces and marinated. Perfect to eat with your hands watching TV.

fried cochinilo extremeno

Photo and recipe: lasrecetasdelalidia.blogspot.com

43- Cocido montañés

Este It is a stew without chickpeas, it has white beans and yes, it has chorizo, rib, blood sausage and bacon. It is typical of Cantabria and helps a lot in the cold climate of the mountains.

cocido montañes

By Uhanu (Trebaju sellencu (own work)) (GFDL), via Wikimedia Commons

44- Hake in green sauce

Dish common in the Basque Country. The sauce is made with garlic, parsley and olive oil. It is usually hard-boiled egg and some asparagus as a companion.

hake in green sauce

45- Escalibada

Typical dish in Catalonia, but also in Aragón and Valencia. It is prepared with tomatoes, peppers, onions and aubergines. They are roasted, chopped into strips, skin and seeds are removed and seasoned with olive oil and salt.

 escalibada

Photo and recipe: lasrecetasderosazapata.blogspot.com

46- Rabbit in salmorejo

One of the most famous dishes of Canarian cuisine.Each region has its way of preparing them. One of the most delicious recipes is the chorizo ​​version.

lentil recipe with chorizo

48- Duels and losses

Eggs, bacon, and chorizo. This is a historical dish, and I do not say it in jest, Miguel de Cervantes calls it on the first page of Don Quixote.

 duels and losses

Delicious Spanish food - Photo and recipe: elcalderodenimue.wordpress.com

49- Churros with chocolate

This delight is perfect for breakfast, or snack, or for the dawns after partying. Ideally, the chocolate should be dark and thick.

churros with chocolate

By Tim Lucas from Sydney, Australia (Churros con Chocolate) [CC BY 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

50- Potatoes to the importance

Potatoes that are first coated and fried and then cooked in a clay pot with a spicy broth. Like many other Spanish recipes, if you put chorizo, it's better.

 potatoes to the importance

By Valdavia (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 or GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons

51- Un Chuletón de Ávila

This cut of meat is fabulous. soft, juicy and ... giant. But make no mistake, the Ávila steak should be accompanied with chips and some salad, nothing else.

chuleton de avila

52- Rotten pot

The rotten pot is a traditional Burgos stew made with red beans and different parts of the pork, as well as sausage, blood sausage and vegetables . It is a forceful recipe, perfect for winter. That his name does not scare you: the name comes from "pot powerful" ... of "power" , is a powerful dish.

rotten pot

53- Almerian wheat pot

Traditional Almeria stew, which is prepare with chickpeas, pork (bacon, ear ...), some pieces of chicken, potatoes, wheat and many fennel.

 Almerian wheat pot

Photo and recipe: acocinaderadiofilabres.blogspot.com

54- Small gypsy (tripe to the Andalusian)

This delicious dish is not suitable for summer. The ideal is to eat it well into the autumn, when the body starts needing extra calories.

 often gypsy

Recipe and photo belong to: cuinaamblamestressa.blogspot.com

55- Jijona Nougat

The jijona soft nougat is a Christmas classic. The best thing of all is that you can learn to do it by following the link above.

how-to-do-turron-soft-home- jijona

56- Atascaburras

Winter dish, snow days. It is made with cod, potatoes, olive oil, garlic, nuts and hard-boiled egg.Trying it once is falling in love forever.

lacon con grelos

By Juan Mejuto (originally posted to Flickr as MP1240740) [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

58- Rice with crust

Another dish from the Valencian community made with rice. In this case with sausages and chorizo. After cooking, the egg is placed on top and baked so that it is cooked and the "scab" is made.

 rice with crust

By Hinzel (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

59- Galician Percebes

Barnacles should be eaten cooked with salt and more nothing. Do not get carried away by its extraterrestrial appearance, its meat is delicious.

barnacles

By Daddybinro (Own work) [GFDL], via Wikimedia Commons

60- Widowed rice, and its version with chickpeas called "Arroz de escribano"

Widowed rice is something as simple as a vegetarian paella. To the version with chickpeas they call it "scribe rice".

rice widower

61- Fabes with clams

Delicious Asturian dish that uses the "faba" (the same grain of the famous fabada) as the main ingredient with a good portion of clams. A delicacy with a sea flavor.

beans with clams

By daniel julià lundgren (originally posted to Flickr as fabes with clams) [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

62- Soup moruna

It is an Almeria dish that is directly related to the Moroccan soup called "harira". It is made with lentils or chickpeas (or both), and lamb meat. Delight like no other.

moruna soup

By Kattusa24 (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

63- Trucha a la navarra

Fried fish, stuffed with ham or bacon. Some wonderful human beings fill it with ham and for that, they have guaranteed heaven.

 navarra trout

Photo and recipe: gastronomistico.com

64- Pig's ear the plate

A typical dish of taverns. They usually make them with garlic. Ideal to accompany with a straw.

pig's ear

65- Canarian potatoes with mojo canario

Potatoes cooked with lots of salt, preferably marinade, and accompanied by the famous Canarian mojo picón made with pepper, garlic, cumin and coriander.

wrinkled potatoes

66- Carlist eggs

This dish dates from the 19th century and is a fried egg lightly so that the yolk is liquid in the middle, then they pass it through béchamel sauce, it is breaded and it is fried again. Is not that wonderful?

carlista eggs

Photo and recipe: la-cocina-paso-a-paso

67- Potatoes a la riojana

Also known as potatoes with chorizo.Ideal to eat accompanied by a cup of coffee.

ensaimada mallorquina

Photo and recipe: dulcegourmett.blogspot.com.es

69- Porrusalda with cod

The porrusalda, like so many other Basque dishes, is fishermen's food. A simple recipe made with potatoes, cod and leeks.

porrusalda of cod

70- Grilled sardines (in the port of Santurtzi, Bilbao)

Would you say "sardines on the grill? they do it everywhere ", yes, ok, but go to the Basque Country, try them and then we talk.

 sardines a la brasa

71- Stewed beans from the ship

The beans of the ship are grown in Ávila. They are large and white, and because they are exclusive to that region, it is advisable to eat them there.

beans from the avila ship

72- Lentils a la riojana

Again lentils, but they are so delicious ... The Rioja version can also carry sausage (from the region), potatoes, carrots and bacon.

eat in madrid lentils

73- Baked lamb chops

They can be baked or grilled. You can accompany them with baked potatoes and some morronos peppers on the top. You do not need anything else in life.

lamb chops

74 - Callos a la madrileña

Another legendary dish of Spanish cuisine. Classic bars, bars, taverns, clubs, holes, Madrid. Chorizo, morcillo and stomach of beef. In some places they add chickpeas.

callos a la madrileña

By Javier Lastras from Spain/Spain (We Cook the Callos one more time in his sauce) [CC BY 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

75- Farm beans

These giant beans are typical of Segovia. Excellent for the winter season.

beans with chorizo

76- Pincho moruno

The delicious spicy spice of Andalusian origin. The idea is that it is made of lamb, but if it is served as pork or chicken it is also delicious.

 pincho moruno

Photo Gonzalo Iza - deturisteo.com

77- anchovies in vinegar

Typical tapa that you get for free in the bars when you're drinking beer or wine. A classic that never hurts and that many are really fanatical.

boquerones a la vinaigrette

78- Asturian pot

It is a stew made with white beans, they should not be confused with fabas. As every good stew has sausage and blood sausage (obviously Asturian), potatoes, cabbage and ears or pork tails.If you want to learn how to prepare it, you can read the recipe by clicking on the link above.

Spanish food paella de mariscos

81- Battered Chopitos

Chopitos are a type of small squid. They are passed through flour and fried. They are served at the table with a lemon on the side and you know what to do. Delicious.

chopitos

82- Angulas a la bilbaína

Garlic cloves, chilli peppers, olive oil and elvers, all cooked in a casserole.

 elvers

Photo and recipe: cucharitadepalo.blogspot.com.es

83- Rice with milk

Traditional dessert in Spain and beyond. They usually have it in restaurants that offer "menu of the day". In Comedera.Com you have a rich and easy recipe.

100 recipes of Spanish cuisine that you should try before dying

84 - Panellets

Panellets are marzipan sweets that are specially prepared for All Saints' Day in Catalonia.

panellets en lleida

85- Roscón de Reyes

This famous sweet bread is prepared for the day of kings. Inside it hides a small toy for that lucky child who will touch the "awarded" piece.

 roscon de reyes

By Tamorlan (Own work) [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

86- Rice with lobster

The lobster is a delicious crustacean family of lobster and crayfish. It is the protagonist of this dish and look, it's infinitely cool.

rice with lobster

Photo and recipe: cocinadepepe.blogspot.com.es

87- Pickled dogfish h3>

Typical Andalusian dish, from the Cádiz region. It is basically overflowing fish wheels which, as the name implies, were previously marinated.

 Photo: gastronomiaenverso.es

Photo and recipe: gastronomiaenverso.es

88- Seafood Zarzuela

Seafood, and in several cases fish, cooked in casserole in their own juices. Sometimes with tomato and some brandy to give it a special flavor.

zarzuela de mariscos

Photo and recipe: chefalpaso.com

89- Sea and mountain

It sounds weird a dish that mixes chicken with prawns. But this recipe, of Catalan origin, does it perfectly.

sea and mountain

Photo and recipe: comosiempremadreando.wordpress.com

90- Vegetable stew h3>

This delicious vegetable stew is served as an entree or as an accompaniment to another dish.Among the most delicious is to prepare stew, Cordovan style.

oxtail

94- Navajas al ajillo

One of the most delicious seashells that exist. Cooked with garlic and parsley for greater happiness.

razors with garlic

Photo and recipe: Recetasyconsejos.com

95- Torrijas

Famous dessert that charges prominence in Holy Week throughout Spain.

torrijas

By Tamorlan (Own work) [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

96- White garlic

Delicious cold Andalusian soup ideal for hot days. Its main ingredients: garlic and almonds.

white garlic

By cyclonebill from Copenhagen, Denmark (White garlicUploaded by palnatoke) [CC BY-SA 2.0], via Wikimedia Commons

97- Meatballs in sauce

A dish that is usually obtained as a tapa in bars or as a main dish accompanied by salad or potatoes.

 how to make meatloaf in sauce

98- Baked kid

Accompanied by potatoes and a good bottle of red wine.

kid baked

Photo and recipe: Cocinaconquenyin.blogspot.com.es

99- Cod omelette

Inside the typical Spanish food the tor Tillas have an important place. In this case, with cod it is the perfect dish to accompany a good glass of cider.

 cod omelet

Photo and recipe: Cocinan2aqui.blogspot.com.es

100- Butifarra with white beans

The famous Catalan chorizo ​​with beans. A dish full of flavor and calories.

butifarra with beans

Photo and recipe: comococinoyo.blogspot.com

Trying to build a list of 100 indispensable Spanish food dishes not It's easy, there are many more. And it is very possible that I have been left out some, but hey, I am human and this is a subjective list, it is not at all a document praised by supreme gastronomic authorities of the Iberian Peninsula. It's just me, writing with ENOUGH starvation.

Do you have dishes that are not on this list? What are your favorites? Tell us!

  • Are you in Madrid? Read my post where I make a list of more than 100 dishes that you can eat in Madrid (and where to go to eat them).

1080 cooking recipes

Do you like it? Spanish food and want to learn more? Do you want to have access to as many recipes as possible to increase your range of options when it comes to cooking or because you want to learn some basic dishes?

There is a very famous book called 1080 recipes, written by Simone Ortega who, for many years, is part of Spanish homes.

Inside the pages you can find a variety of Spanish recipes that range from very basic, to more complex ones. A little bit of everything, for everyone.

I highly recommend it: 1080 Simone Ortega cooking recipes.

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