Atlas of Spanish Food

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Olive oil is profoundly used in Spanish cuisine, and it is the basis of various vegetable sauces (sofrito). Tradition herbs include rosemary, parsley, oregano, and thyme. The usage of garlic has been seen as “normal to all Spanish cuisine.” The most popular meats incorporate chick, lamb, pork, and beef. Seafood, including, are also eaten frequently.

Spain by region: iconic dishes

Basque country – pickles of gilda
Castile La Mancha – manchego
Galicia – octopus
Canary islands – avocado
Andalusia – artichokes
Asturias – clams
Navarra – chorizo
Aragon – peaches
Castile and Leon – jamon
Extremadura – tortilla
Murcia – smoked paprika
Cantabria – anchovies
Valencia -paella
Balearic islands – prawns
La Rioja – black grapes

Cheeses of Spain mapped

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