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Bocadillo (dessert), Bocadillo
The () or (in Cheli), in Spain, is a sandwich made with Spanish food, Spanish bread, usually a baguette or similar type of bread, cut lengthwise. Traditionally seen as a humble food, its low cost has allowed it to evolve over time into an iconic piece of cuisine. In Spain, they are often eaten in cafes and tapas bars. Some bocadillos are seasoned with sauces like mayonnaise, aioli, ketchup, mustard (condiment), mustard or tomato sauce. They are usually served with cold beer or red wine, drinks, coffee and a portion of tapas. Different types of bocadillos are available in different parts of Spain, such as the serranito, almussafes and esgarrat. Types There is a wide variety of bocadillos in Spain, but the most typical can be pointed out. Bocadillos can also be found in northern Morocco. Omelette * Spanish omelette (prepared with or without onion) * Campera omelette (prepared with potatoes, green pepper and chorizo) * Jamon omelette (prepared with jamon instead of using ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spanish Omelette
Spanish omelette or Spanish tortilla is a traditional dish from Spain. It is celebrated as one of the most popular dishes of the Spanish cuisine. It is an omelette made with eggs and potatoes, usually including onion. It is often served at room temperature as a tapa. It is commonly known in Spanish-speaking countries as , , or . History The first reference to the tortilla in Spanish is found in a Navarrese document, as an anonymous "mousehole memorial" addressed to the court of Navarre in 1817. It explains the sparse conditions of Navarre's farmers in contrast with those in Pamplona (the capital) and la Ribera (in southern Navarre). After listing the sparse food eaten by highlanders, the next quote follows: "…two to three eggs in tortilla for 5 or 6 eopleas our women know how to make it big and thick with fewer eggs, mixing potatoes, breadcrumbs or whatever." According to legend, during the siege of Bilbao, Carlist general Tomás de Zumalacárregui invented the "''tor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |