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Seafood Tapas

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, tapas are small plates that showcase a variety of flavors and ingredients, often enjoyed with drinks in social settings. Seafood tapas highlight the country's rich maritime heritage, celebrating fresh catches from the Mediterranean. Today, these delightful bites are popular worldwide, often served as appetizers in restaurants or at gatherings, inviting sharing and conversation.

SpanishESappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2-3 large potatoes
salt
olive oil
garlic
1 egg yolk
1 lemon
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 red onion
chicken breast
black olives
3/4 cup plain flour
squid tubes
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
spring onion
mushrooms
red peppers

shrimp

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Zucchini provides a low-calorie alternative, while canned tuna is more budget-friendly.

squid

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: chicken

Cauliflower mimics texture, while chicken is a more affordable protein.

mussels

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Edamame offers a healthy protein source, and canned clams are less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol, while vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

1

Peel 2-3 large potatoes, cut them into small squares, and rinse in cold water until clear.

2

Place potatoes in a pan, cover with water, add salt, and simmer gently.

3

Once cooked, place potatoes on a tray to cool in the fridge.

4

Prepare aioli by separating egg whites and yolk, adding yolk to a bowl with garlic, salt, pepper, grated lemon, and lemon juice, then slowly mix in olive oil.

5

In a pan, heat olive oil, add chopped red onion, and season with sea salt and pepper, cooking for about a minute.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of paprika and cook for 30 seconds before adding chicken breast, stirring to cook evenly.

7

Season chicken with sea salt and pepper, add garlic, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, stirring well.

8

Add chorizo and a splash of white wine, stirring to release flavors stuck to the pan.

9

For calamari, cut squid tubes into rings, season with salt and pepper, and coat in 3/4 cup plain flour.

10

Fry squid in hot oil at 190 degrees Celsius for about 2 minutes until golden brown.

11

Season prawns with salt and pepper, add olive oil to a hot pan, and place prawns seasoned side down.

12

After a minute, add garlic, 1 tablespoon butter, lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, stirring well.

13

In another pan, heat olive oil, add mushrooms, season with salt, and cook for a minute before adding garlic and red peppers.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

panfryerbowltray

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Tapas de MariscoMaritime Tapas
Local Name: Tapas de marisco

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