Spanish Seafood Tapas Recipes
The Spanish eat more seafood than any other European country and that means they have created a wide variety of delicious seafood tapas.
Anchovies Marinated in Vinegar Recipe - Boquerones en Vinagre
Fresh anchovies marinated in vinegar, oil and garlic are a traditional and very popular "tapa" in Spain. Every family has at least one cook who prepares these tasty "boquerones." It is a very easy recipe. The hardest part is waiting for the fish to marinate, so you can eat them!
Fresh anchovies marinated in vinegar, oil and garlic are a traditional and very popular "tapa" in Spain. Every family has at least one cook who prepares these tasty "boquerones." It is a very easy recipe. The hardest part is waiting for the fish to marinate, so you can eat them!
Mussels with Paprika Sauce Recipe - Mejillones con Salsa Pimenton
This quick and easy "tapa" has a classic Spanish flavor of smokey paprika with onions and green pepper. First, mussels are cooked in the half shell and then covered with the paprika sauce. Serve warm with rustic bread for dipping.
This quick and easy "tapa" has a classic Spanish flavor of smokey paprika with onions and green pepper. First, mussels are cooked in the half shell and then covered with the paprika sauce. Serve warm with rustic bread for dipping.
Avocado-Cheese-Shrimp Spread Recipe
This is a quick and simple modern “tapa” that we think of as “Spanish guacamole.” The Spanish produce plenty of avocados in the province of Granada, in the tropical micro-climate. This avocado-cheese recipe combines typically Spanish ingredients with avocados to make a smooth and tasty spread on crackers or bread. Top with pieces of shrimp and you have a colorful, mouth-watering appetizer.
This is a quick and simple modern “tapa” that we think of as “Spanish guacamole.” The Spanish produce plenty of avocados in the province of Granada, in the tropical micro-climate. This avocado-cheese recipe combines typically Spanish ingredients with avocados to make a smooth and tasty spread on crackers or bread. Top with pieces of shrimp and you have a colorful, mouth-watering appetizer.
Seafood Filled Pastry Tapa Recipe - Hojaldre Relleno de Marisco
This creamy seafood tapa is easy to make and very tasty. The filling is made of pieces of seafood in a brandy and cream-based sauce flavored with onion and tomato. The filling takes only about 10 minutes to make and the puff pastry shells bake in 20-25 minutes.
This creamy seafood tapa is easy to make and very tasty. The filling is made of pieces of seafood in a brandy and cream-based sauce flavored with onion and tomato. The filling takes only about 10 minutes to make and the puff pastry shells bake in 20-25 minutes.
Pescado Adobado Recipe – Fried Adobado Fish Balls
Although this dish can be a main course, it fits the bill for a [i]tapa[/i] as well. There are three words to describe this dish – simple, easy and tasty! First, the fish is marinated in a combination of paprika, vinegar and spices. Flour and fry the fish and serve with mayonnaise for dipping.
Although this dish can be a main course, it fits the bill for a [i]tapa[/i] as well. There are three words to describe this dish – simple, easy and tasty! First, the fish is marinated in a combination of paprika, vinegar and spices. Flour and fry the fish and serve with mayonnaise for dipping.
Mojama in Oil Recipe - Mojama en Aceite
Salted, dried tuna, called "Mojama" in Spanish makes a superb and simple tapa served with sliced bread and toasted almonds or green olives. Slice thinly and marinate in olive oil for an hour beforehand.
Salted, dried tuna, called "Mojama" in Spanish makes a superb and simple tapa served with sliced bread and toasted almonds or green olives. Slice thinly and marinate in olive oil for an hour beforehand.
Cod-Stuffed Squid Recipe - Calamar Relleno de Bacalao
Salt cod is a staple of the Spanish diet. Even though refrigeration has eliminated the need to salt fish to preserve it, salt cod is so tasty that it is still served often in Spanish homes and restaurants. Salt cod is combined with garlic, potatoes and tomato sauce to form a thick filling. It is stuffed into squid, breaded and fried. Cod requires a 24-hour soak to leach out extra salt.
Salt cod is a staple of the Spanish diet. Even though refrigeration has eliminated the need to salt fish to preserve it, salt cod is so tasty that it is still served often in Spanish homes and restaurants. Salt cod is combined with garlic, potatoes and tomato sauce to form a thick filling. It is stuffed into squid, breaded and fried. Cod requires a 24-hour soak to leach out extra salt.
Grilled Shrimp Tapas Recipe - Gambas a la Plancha
"Gambas a la Plancha" is a classic Spanish tapa recipe. Whole, unpeeled shrimp are salted, then cooked quickly on a flat iron grill. During and after cooking, lemon juice can be squeezed on the shrimp, giving them even more flavor. What a pure and simple dish!
"Gambas a la Plancha" is a classic Spanish tapa recipe. Whole, unpeeled shrimp are salted, then cooked quickly on a flat iron grill. During and after cooking, lemon juice can be squeezed on the shrimp, giving them even more flavor. What a pure and simple dish!
Langostinos with Spanish Sauces
If ever there were a simple, make-ahead tapa, this is it! First, prepare a Spanish sauce or two, like rich, delicious romesco sauce, made with roasted red peppers, almonds and olive oil. Then, boil whole “langostinos” and cool. Serve the sauces on the side and let everyone peel and dip the “langostinos” in the sauce of their choice!
If ever there were a simple, make-ahead tapa, this is it! First, prepare a Spanish sauce or two, like rich, delicious romesco sauce, made with roasted red peppers, almonds and olive oil. Then, boil whole “langostinos” and cool. Serve the sauces on the side and let everyone peel and dip the “langostinos” in the sauce of their choice!
Gambas al Ajillo – Shrimp in Garlic
One of the most common "tapas" of Spain, this dish is quick, easy and FULL of garlic flavor. Your guests will be asking for the recipe after the first bite and only you will know how simple it was to prepare.
One of the most common "tapas" of Spain, this dish is quick, easy and FULL of garlic flavor. Your guests will be asking for the recipe after the first bite and only you will know how simple it was to prepare.
Bacalao con Pueros Caramelizados y Naranja-Cod with Caramelized Leek and Orange
This modern "tapa" is colorful and flavorful. The salty flavor of the cod combines with the sweet and sour flavor of the caramelized leek and vinegar to create a unique and tasty appetizer. Like so many “tapas,” it is easy to make, but the salt cod must soak in water the night before you prepare it.
This modern "tapa" is colorful and flavorful. The salty flavor of the cod combines with the sweet and sour flavor of the caramelized leek and vinegar to create a unique and tasty appetizer. Like so many “tapas,” it is easy to make, but the salt cod must soak in water the night before you prepare it.
Cangrejos de Rio con Tomate - Crayfish in Tomato Sauce
Crayfish are called "cangrejos de rio" in Spanish - literally “river crabs." Crayfish are a popular Spanish food, a fresh-water cousin to the lobster, although smaller. The following is our family recipe for crayfish cooked in a simple sauce of tomato, garlic and white wine. Be sure to serve fresh French-style bread to soak up the tasty sauce.
Crayfish are called "cangrejos de rio" in Spanish - literally “river crabs." Crayfish are a popular Spanish food, a fresh-water cousin to the lobster, although smaller. The following is our family recipe for crayfish cooked in a simple sauce of tomato, garlic and white wine. Be sure to serve fresh French-style bread to soak up the tasty sauce.
Gambas con Setas, Ajo y Vino Blanco - Shrimp with Mushrooms, Garlic and Wine
“Setas” or mushrooms are very popular in Spain. Many people drive or walk out to the countryside to pick them. The Fall is a great time for mushrooms and this dish is easy and quite delicious as a “tapa.” Serve with slices of baguette.
“Setas” or mushrooms are very popular in Spain. Many people drive or walk out to the countryside to pick them. The Fall is a great time for mushrooms and this dish is easy and quite delicious as a “tapa.” Serve with slices of baguette.
Pimientos Rellenos de Bacalao - Recipe for Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Cod
A superb "tapa" from the North of Spain, it is very popular. Sweet and tasty roasted piquillo peppers stuffed with a mixture of salt cod, white wine, onions and garlic. Dipped in egg and flour, then lightly fried and covered in a tomato sauce. It is worth the hour that it takes to prepare this "tapa"!
A superb "tapa" from the North of Spain, it is very popular. Sweet and tasty roasted piquillo peppers stuffed with a mixture of salt cod, white wine, onions and garlic. Dipped in egg and flour, then lightly fried and covered in a tomato sauce. It is worth the hour that it takes to prepare this "tapa"!
Bolas de Bacalao Frito - Recipe for Fried Cod Fish Balls
These little fish balls are absolutely delicious! Salt-dried cod is mixed with green onion, garlic, lemon and egg, covered in breadcrumbs and fried. Serve with "alioli" sauce (garlic mayonnaise) and/or "sofrito" (tomato sauce) for a tasty appetizer.
These little fish balls are absolutely delicious! Salt-dried cod is mixed with green onion, garlic, lemon and egg, covered in breadcrumbs and fried. Serve with "alioli" sauce (garlic mayonnaise) and/or "sofrito" (tomato sauce) for a tasty appetizer.
Almejas a la Murciana - Murcian Style Clams
If you can buy fresh clams at the market, this is a simple recipe for Clams Murcian Style. They are bathed in a colorful and tasty sauce made of white wine, garlic and onions that has a slight bite from the red pepper flakes. Fresh crusty bread is a must to soak up the sauce! It can be eaten as an appetizer or a first course.
If you can buy fresh clams at the market, this is a simple recipe for Clams Murcian Style. They are bathed in a colorful and tasty sauce made of white wine, garlic and onions that has a slight bite from the red pepper flakes. Fresh crusty bread is a must to soak up the sauce! It can be eaten as an appetizer or a first course.
Shrimp-Stuffed Roasted Peppers - Pimientos de Piquillo Rellenos de Gambas
Roasted Piquillo peppers are the perfect size to stuff and make a great "tapa" or a cold first course. This recipe is a good appetizer for warmer months and is ready in less than 15 minutes. Shrimp,cucumber, green onion and "pink" sauce make the stuffing, with a bit of paprika and Tabasco sauce to liven things up.
Roasted Piquillo peppers are the perfect size to stuff and make a great "tapa" or a cold first course. This recipe is a good appetizer for warmer months and is ready in less than 15 minutes. Shrimp,cucumber, green onion and "pink" sauce make the stuffing, with a bit of paprika and Tabasco sauce to liven things up.
Fried Anchovies Recipe - Anchoas Fritas
Fried anchovies or in Spanish "anchoas fritas" are a popular tapa in Spain because they are so tasty. Fried anchovies are especially popular in the north of Spain in the Basque Country or "Pais Vasco."
Fried anchovies or in Spanish "anchoas fritas" are a popular tapa in Spain because they are so tasty. Fried anchovies are especially popular in the north of Spain in the Basque Country or "Pais Vasco."
Pulpo Gallego - Galician Style Octopus
"Pulpo Gallego" or Galician-Style Octopus is a "tapa" or appetizer served all over Spain today. It is very simple - cooked octopus served with boiled potatoes, olive oil and sweet Spanish paprika.
"Pulpo Gallego" or Galician-Style Octopus is a "tapa" or appetizer served all over Spain today. It is very simple - cooked octopus served with boiled potatoes, olive oil and sweet Spanish paprika.
Langostinos Cocidos - Boiled Prawns
"Langostinos" are a very large shrimp or prawns that are often simply boiled whole and chilled. They are then served by themselves on a plate or with "salsa rosa" or in a vinaigrette sauce.
"Langostinos" are a very large shrimp or prawns that are often simply boiled whole and chilled. They are then served by themselves on a plate or with "salsa rosa" or in a vinaigrette sauce.
Mejillones en Vinagreta de Tomate - Mussels in Tomato Vinaigrette
"Mejillones" or mussels are a very popular "tapa" in Spain and are prepared many different ways. This recipe is simple and refreshing. It can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.
"Mejillones" or mussels are a very popular "tapa" in Spain and are prepared many different ways. This recipe is simple and refreshing. It can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.
Pimientos Rojos con Anchoas - Red Peppers with Anchovies
Looking for a quick and tasty "tapa?" Try Roasted red peppers with garlic and anchovies. It is both colorful and flavorful and won't disappoint!
Looking for a quick and tasty "tapa?" Try Roasted red peppers with garlic and anchovies. It is both colorful and flavorful and won't disappoint!
Calamares Fritos - Fried Squid
You probably know this famous and very popular Spanish "tapa" by the Italian name "Calamari." In any language, fried squid is a wonderful appetizer and guaranteed to disappear as fast as you put out a plate!
You probably know this famous and very popular Spanish "tapa" by the Italian name "Calamari." In any language, fried squid is a wonderful appetizer and guaranteed to disappear as fast as you put out a plate!
Almejas a la Pescadora - Clams a la Pescadora
Clams a la Pescadora is an easy tapas recipe. Fresh clams cooked in a smooth sauce made of garlic, white wine and lemon. Served very hot with a fresh baguette to soak up the sauce, it makes a great appetizer anytime, especially in winter.
Clams a la Pescadora is an easy tapas recipe. Fresh clams cooked in a smooth sauce made of garlic, white wine and lemon. Served very hot with a fresh baguette to soak up the sauce, it makes a great appetizer anytime, especially in winter.
Huevos Rellenos de Atun - Deviled Eggs with Tuna
"Huevos rellenos" or Deviled Eggs are as popular in Spain as they are in the USA. Made with the standard yolks and topped with mayonnaise, they are stuffed with tuna and tomato sauce! This is an easy-to-make "tapa" that has a surprisingly unique flavor that everyone will love.
"Huevos rellenos" or Deviled Eggs are as popular in Spain as they are in the USA. Made with the standard yolks and topped with mayonnaise, they are stuffed with tuna and tomato sauce! This is an easy-to-make "tapa" that has a surprisingly unique flavor that everyone will love.
Huevos Rellenos de Gambas - Deviled Eggs with Shrimp
"Huevos rellenos" or Deviled Eggs are popular in Spain. Made with the standard yolks and mayonnaise, they contain a twist - finely-chopped shrimp! These easy-to-make deviled eggs are a wonderful appetizer or "tapa" that everyone will marvel over. Don't be surprised if you are asked for the recipe!
"Huevos rellenos" or Deviled Eggs are popular in Spain. Made with the standard yolks and mayonnaise, they contain a twist - finely-chopped shrimp! These easy-to-make deviled eggs are a wonderful appetizer or "tapa" that everyone will marvel over. Don't be surprised if you are asked for the recipe!
Mejillones Rellenos - "Tigres" - Stuffed Mussels
If you have ever been to Spain, you’ve most likely tasted “tigres,” mussels that have been stuffed, breaded and fried. Although you may see them in "tapa" bars in Madrid and other cities, they are a very popular “tapa” in Northern Spain. A mouth-watering appetizer, many visitors yearn to eat "tigres" when they return home. Learn how to prepare the “tigres” with our step-by-step recipe.
If you have ever been to Spain, you’ve most likely tasted “tigres,” mussels that have been stuffed, breaded and fried. Although you may see them in "tapa" bars in Madrid and other cities, they are a very popular “tapa” in Northern Spain. A mouth-watering appetizer, many visitors yearn to eat "tigres" when they return home. Learn how to prepare the “tigres” with our step-by-step recipe.
Pimientos Rellenos de Atun - Red Peppers Stuffed with Tuna
Light, easy and no cooking involved in this "tapa"! A great dish for the summer or anytime you want to prepare an appetizer quickly. Tuna mixed with a bit of green onion and olives, then stuff into roasted red peppers.
Light, easy and no cooking involved in this "tapa"! A great dish for the summer or anytime you want to prepare an appetizer quickly. Tuna mixed with a bit of green onion and olives, then stuff into roasted red peppers.
Salmon Ahumado con Queso Blando – Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese
This is a delicious "tapa" or appetizer that you can serve along with a Spanish omelet, chorizo sausage or alone as an afternoon snack.
This is a delicious "tapa" or appetizer that you can serve along with a Spanish omelet, chorizo sausage or alone as an afternoon snack.
Eggplant with Anchovies and Cheese - Berenjena con Anchoa y Queso Fresco
This tapa combines some of the most typical ingredients in Spanish cuisine – eggplant, fresh cheese, garlic and anchovies to make a unique open-faced sort of sandwich. Toasted bread is first spread with creamy, fresh cheese, which is then drizzled with a green sauce. Then a layer of roasted eggplant is added and finally anchovy fillets top it off.
This tapa combines some of the most typical ingredients in Spanish cuisine – eggplant, fresh cheese, garlic and anchovies to make a unique open-faced sort of sandwich. Toasted bread is first spread with creamy, fresh cheese, which is then drizzled with a green sauce. Then a layer of roasted eggplant is added and finally anchovy fillets top it off.
Marinated Mussels Recipe - Mejillones Escabechados
Very popular in Spain, mussels are prepared and eaten in many ways. Marinated mussels are a great make-ahead appetizer that is full of garlic, combined with wine and Spanish paprika to make an intensely flavored sauce. Serve with bread and watch them disappear!
Very popular in Spain, mussels are prepared and eaten in many ways. Marinated mussels are a great make-ahead appetizer that is full of garlic, combined with wine and Spanish paprika to make an intensely flavored sauce. Serve with bread and watch them disappear!
Salt Cod and Potato Spread - Cazuelitas de Bacalao
Salt cod, potatoes, onions and garlic mixed with white wine and spices combine to make a tasty spread. Eat on a slice of warm rustic bread as an appetizer with a glass of white wine.
Salt cod, potatoes, onions and garlic mixed with white wine and spices combine to make a tasty spread. Eat on a slice of warm rustic bread as an appetizer with a glass of white wine.