Whether you have just started a small Spanish restaurant or are a lover of Latin American food, you can always try simple tapas recipes at any time. It is easy to collect some online, or you can learn about others from experienced Spanish chefs or parents.
The goal today is to bring you simple and authentic Spanish tapas recipes that are easy to make even if you do not have any cooking experience.
What Are Tapas?
Tapas are simple and light meals from Spain, Mexico, and Latin American countries that are eaten as snacks, bites, or appetizers. Many, if not all, are easy to make and are served in small portions.
Today, tapas have become more popular in bars than in restaurants mainly because people who drink prefer to have something small to eat alongside the drink. If you visit Spanish and Latin American bars, you will find a variety of tapas that you can enjoy alongside your colorful drinks.
But if you are at home, we have simple recipes that you can try.
Gambas Al Ajillo (Garlic Prawns)
Simply made, but very delicious. The main ingredients are peeled prawns, garlic, olive oil, cayenne pepper, shredded parsley, and seasoning.
First, you have to cook the prawns in olive oil for a few minutes, then drain the oil. Heat the pan again and add garlic, cayenne, and seasoning. Then add the prawns and stir fry until they turn orange. Sprinkle them with shredded parsley and serve with white sauce and toasted bread.
Marinated olives
This is the best tapas for people who love wine and cocktails. It is served in many bars, and the Vamos website can confirm that they already have it on their menu. Although they look simple, numerous ingredients are used, and they include red and green olives, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
Combine all of the ingredients in a jar and refrigerate for a minimum of two hours. They can be used for up to two weeks if they stay refrigerated. They are better eaten during the summer with chilled drinks.
Mexican Tostadas
These are also common in tapas bars and they can be consumed as a complete meal because they are heavy. The base is made of corn tortillas that are topped with fried beans, meat, cheese, and salad. This is a balanced meal that many people eat for lunch or as a complete meal.
A variety of tostadas can be served when you change the type of meat that is used like chicken, beef, or pork.
Guacamole
This is a common tapas in many Spanish bars. It is essentially an avocado and vegetable salsa. In the original recipe, the chopped ingredients are mashed together, but you could make a variation where they are left chopped and then dressed with olive oil.
Conclusion
Tapas are very important to the Spanish people. They have spread the influence of other people all over the world who prefer to have drinks in a bar alongside such delicious food. Many of them are included on continental menus. Now that we have shared some common tapas recipes that you can easily prepare at home, you should try some right away!
