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“Delightful Spanish Tapas Platter: Patatas Bravas, Pan Con Tomate, and Garlic Shrimp Skewers”

Discover this delightful Spanish snack platter featuring crispy patatas bravas, flavorful pan con tomate, and succulent garlic shrimp skewers that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Spain. Enjoy a sharing feast or a light meal with this sensory-rich tapas experience.

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total): Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Total: 55 mins
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Spanish

Allergens

Shellfish (Garlic Shrimp Skewers)

Ingredients

  • Patatas Bravas: 6 medium potatoes, 1 cup tomato sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon vinegar, salt and pepper to taste
  • Pan Con Tomate: 4 slices country bread, 2 medium ripe tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, extra virgin olive oil, coarse sea salt, ground black pepper
  • Garlic Shrimp Skewers: 1 pound large shrimp, 8 cloves garlic, 1/2 cup parsley, 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Patatas Bravas: Boil and cube potatoes, mix tomato sauce ingredients and cook until thickened. Fry cubes until golden brown. Serve with sauce. Pan Con Tomate: Toast bread, rub with halved tomatoes, garlic, and drizzle olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Garlic Shrimp Skewers: Marinate shrimp in garlic and parsley mixture, then grill or pan fry until pink and cooked through.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of textures and flavors in this Spanish snack platter ensures a satisfying and sensory dining experience.

Notes

Serve with lemon wedges to squeeze on the shrimp skewers for an extra zest.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tapas are small, appetizing dishes that originated in Spain, traditionally served with drinks as a way to encourage conversation and conviviality among guests.