Tapas is one of life’s great pleasures. Small sharing plates of delicious food for you to tuck into with your loved ones over a glass of wine or an ice-cold beer, what’s not to love?
If you are a seasoned tapas lover or you’re trying it for the very first time, there are several tapas dishes you must try.
Chorizo in wine is a must-try for tapas newcomers. The delicious, rich slow cooked dish is the perfect treat for anyone. Smoky, flavourful chorizo sausage braised in deep red wine makes for a delicious bite every time. Enjoy alone or with crusty, crunchy bread to dip and savour.
Another must-try for the newbies is Padron peppers. Perfect for vegetarians or those who like a little greenery, these little peppers are absolutely delightful. Charred to perfection fried in olive oil and seasoned simply with salt, these peppers are the perfect bite.
This dish brings a little excitement too as there is always the chance you will stumble across a spicy pepper, which adds a fiery kick to your meal. One pepper may be mild and tasty, the next could be spicy and hot. Its like a game of padron pepper roulette.
Patatas bravas is another staple tapas dish. These crispy fried potatoes are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Almost like a Spanish French fry, but way better. Dip in sauces ranging from spicy tomato to rich, creamy garlic aioli for a saucy, crispy bite of heaven.
Another starchy dream come true is the croqueta! These can be filled with a whole range of delicious fillings and are soft, fluffy and delightful with a crisp shell.
And finally, dig into some cheesy deliciousness with a nibble of manchego. This Spanish cheese is a rich, buttery sheep’s cheese that has a sweet and unique flavour that you can’t miss out on.
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