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Calçotada

Cultural Context

Calçotada is a traditional Catalan feast celebrating the calçot, a type of green onion. This festive gathering often takes place in spring, where friends and family come together to enjoy grilled calçots, typically served with romesco sauce. The event has become a cultural staple in Catalonia, symbolizing community and the joy of seasonal produce. As calçots have gained popularity, variations of the dish can now be found in many parts of Spain and beyond.

CatalanESCataloniamain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs calçots
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup romesco sauce
for wrapping
as needed water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

calçots

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions provide a similar flavor profile and texture.

romesco sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa verde

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Tomato sauce is a more accessible option that still offers flavor.

1

Prepare the fire using thin branches that catch fire well.

2

Set up the fire on the ground using bricks to elevate the grill.

3

Place the calçots on the grill without cutting or peeling them.

4

Use a double grill to easily turn the calçots while they are cooking.

5

Cook the calçots until they are blackened, then turn them over to continue cooking.

6

Wrap the cooked calçots in newspaper to retain heat.

7

To eat the calçots, hold one in your hand and peel it with the other hand until it is clean.

8

Dip the peeled calçot in romesco sauce before eating.

Cooking Techniques

grilling

Equipment Needed

grilltongsmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetariangluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

CalçotsCalçotada Festival
Local Name: Calçotada

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