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Questions tagged [spanish-cuisine]

Questions with this tag should be about traditional ingredients, preparations or dishes from Spain - such as paella, gazpacho or migas. Questions about ingredients common to Spanish-style cooking, but which aren't about a specific Spanish dish, should not use this tag.

Questions with this tag should be about traditional ingredients, preparations or dishes from Spain - such as paella, gazpacho or migas. Questions about ingredients common to Spanish-style cooking, but which aren't about a specific Spanish dish, should not use this tag.

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Where to look for Vintage Cookbooks in Spanish?

I'm trying to find some vintage Cookbooks printed in Spanish from the 30's, 40's and 50's for a present. After many google searches I can only seem to find vintage Cookbook sites in English only. Likewise, the vintage book shops in town have nothing…
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Why does oil change the color of salmorejo?

We did a few experiments last year with salmorejo, a cold soup made of very ripe tomatoes and bread, very similar to gazpacho. We noticed that while blending, the salmorejo would turn pink. This is because the tomatoes get into contact with oxygen.…
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What type of Paprika is the generic stuff one buys at a grocery store chain?

I have read this very good link on the differences in paprika, but I did not learn all that I need to learn as far as buying these different varieties. When I go to my grocery chain to do my weekly shopping and I see the spice container which says…
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Why do gazpacho recipes have you put garlic and salt together, then mash with an egg?

Why do gazpacho recipes have you put garlic and salt together, then mash with an egg? What is the purpose?
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A great book with recipes for Tapas

Spanish Tapas is some of the best food I know. I've been to a lot of great restaurants all over Europe. I've bought some books, and tried different recipes for making this food. It should not be very hard to make it as good as in the restaurants,…
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Gas Grill vs. Burner for Paella

I'll soon be making paella outdoors, in a 15" stainless steel paella pan. I have two choices of how to heat this pan: Weber Genesis II 3-burner gas grill Iwatani 35FW portable butane stove Which would be the better choice, and why? (It will be a…
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Polenta instead of breadcrumbs?

I'm making flamenquin this evening and don't have any breadcrumbs available (apart from under the toaster, but some are suspicious). Has anyone ever used polenta instead of breadcrumbs to coat meat? Thanks!
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Tortilla Espinoza — what is it and how do I make it?

It's been requested that I make a traditional Spanish dish named tortilla espinoza. I have no idea what this is, and Google has failed me in finding something remotely close to it. Does anyone know what it is and could point me to a recipe?
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How can you pre-bake coca (pizza)?

The Spanish coca is related to the pizza, so I guess the question can apply for both. Normally I bake it in about 20 minute, should I take it out after 10 minute or later or sooner? If I freeze it, can it be popped straight into the oven or should…
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Can I include carrots in Tortilla de Patatas and can I use a casserole dish to make it taller?

I want to make Tortilla de Patatas but I have extra carrots that I would like to use somewhere. Can I include them in the frying phase? And can the dish be cooked in a casserole dish in the oven to make a very tall 'omelet'?
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Can I use boiled potatoes in Spanish omelette?

I have some leftover microwaved potatoes. Can I use these potatoes in Spanish omelette? Also, I read that tomatoes are not part of "authentic" Spanish omelette. Is that true?
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How to fix Spanish-Style Milkfish that became Too Salty

My wife made spanish-style milkfish, when I tasted it during the night it was alright, but when I tasted it next day for breakfast it has become too salty! I searched for recipes and saw that you're supposed to rinse the fish in running water after…
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What type of chorizo is this?

I have been given a gourmet hamper which includes a chorizo sausage. There are no instructions on the packet to say what it is. I have had cooking chorizo before and know what it looks like. This chorizo is about 8 inches long, has string at both…
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Cooking a tender pork sirloin (Solomillo al Whisky)

A popular dish in Andalusia consists of pork sirloin chops in a whiskey sauce. I've tried to recreate this at home by marinading for a short time and then frying, but the meat ends up rather tough, not anything like the tender melt-in-your-mouth…
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