Easy Tapas

Cookbook
A Collection of Spanish Tapas
Recipes for Real Latin Appetizers

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 Table of Contents
Rosemary Olive Tapas 7
Nutty Brie and Bread 10
Spicy Sherry Mushrooms 11
Barcelona Style Almonds 12
Garlic Potatoes 13
Classical Spanish Tomato Tapas 14
Sausage Empanada 15
Fish and Chips in Spain 16
Classic Dijon Potato Tapas 17
Prawn Tapas Spanish Style 20
Flame Broiled Chicken 21
Traditional Tomato Tapas 22
Sevilla 23
Real Spanish Tapas 24
Cilantro Shrimp Tapas 25
Honey Mustard Chicken Breast Girona Style Tapas 26
Yummiest Potato Tapas 27
Fennel and Coriander Olives 29
Orange Blossom Bread Sticks 32
 Smoked Spanish Potatoes 33
Avocado and Shrimp Tapas 34
Madrid Inspired Seasoned Asparagus 35
Saucy Red Potatoes 36
Mascarpone and Figs 37
Spanish Fruit Salad 38
Incredible Tapas 39
A Mediterranean Eggplant Tapas 41
Easy Basil Meatball Tapas 44
Authentic Turkey Tapas 45
Eastern Spanish Aioli 46
Raisins and Spinach Tapas 47
Ranch Tortelli 48
Spanish Sweet Patatas Tapas 49
Balsamic Padron 50
Chocolate and Bread Tapas 51
Spiced Nutty Tapas 52
Sardines Spanish Style 53
Simple Bell Pepper Potato Tapas 56
Pepper Parmesan Asparagus 57
Tasty Crab Tapas 58
 Mid-Summer Party Tapas 59
Perfect Dinner Party Tapas 60
Goat Cheese Tapas 61
Spicy Pepper Tapas 62
Buttery Triple Sec Shrimp Tapas 63
Wild Mushroom Tapas 64
Authentic Spanish Style Tuna 65
Rosemary
Olive Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 12 hrs 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 201.7
Fat 20.5g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 1156.0mg
Carbohydrates 6.6g
Protein 1.2g

Ingredients
1 pint good green olives (or both mixed) or 1 pint 4 -5 garlic cloves, cut in half lengthwise
black olives ( or both mixed) 1 pinch dried red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 tsp kosher salt 2 medium lemons, zested
1/2 tsp black peppercorns 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh rosemary or 3 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 tsp fennel seed, lightly crushed
Directions
1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix till well combined.
2. Transfer into an airtight jar and refrigerate for about 12-24 hours.

Rosemary Olive Tapas 7

NUTTY
Brie and Bread Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins

Servings per Recipe: 10

Calories 533.2
Fat 23.1g
Cholesterol 25.0mg
Sodium 683.4mg
Carbohydrates 64.7g
Protein 18.4g
Ingredients
1 baguette bread, cut into 20 slices 10 tsp honey
20 tsp olive oil 20 walnuts
½ lb brie cheese
Directions
1. Set your oven to 300 degrees F before doing anything else.
2. Cut each bread slice with oil evenly.
3. Place 1 Brie cheese slice over each bread slice.
4. Spread honey over each slice evenly and top with walnut halves.
5. Cook in the oven for about 4 minutes

10 Nutty Brie and Bread

Spicy
Sherry Mushrooms Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

(Champinones Al Servings per Recipe: 2

Ajillo) Calories
Fat
230.9
20.7g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 9.5mg
Carbohydrates 7.5g
Protein 4.1g

Ingredients
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ( Spanish preferred) 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 lb medium mushroom, stemmed, quartered salt, to taste
4 -6 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 -3 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp fresh flat leaf parsley
2 tbsp dry sherry 2 lemon slices
1/4 C. vegetable broth
1/2 tsp Spanish paprika
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the mushrooms for about 1 minute.
2. Add the garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the remaining ingredients except the parsley and lemon slices and simmer for about 2 minutes.
4. Serve with a garnishing of the parsley alongside the lemon slices.

Spicy Sherry Mushrooms 11

BARCELONA STYLE
Almonds Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins

Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 472.4
Fat 41.8g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 1420.4mg
Carbohydrates 16.2g
Protein 16.0g
Ingredients
1 tbsp coarse salt 1 -3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp paprika ( Spanish smoked)
1 lb almonds, blanched
Directions
1. Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else.
2. In a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder, grind the salt and paprika till fine.
3. In a cookie sheet, place the almonds and cook in the oven for about 5-10 minutes.
4. Transfer the almonds in a bowl with oil and seasoning and toss to coat.

12 Barcelona Style Almonds

Garlic
Potatoes Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 184.1
Fat 9.9g
Cholesterol 7.6mg
Sodium 215.4mg
Carbohydrates 22.7g
Protein 2.1g

Ingredients
3/4 lb salad potatoes 2 tbsp parsley, minced
1/2 C. mayonnaise salt
3 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste or put through a
garlic press
Directions
1. In a pan of salted water, cook the potato till tender and then drain them.
2. Peel the potatoes and cut into 3/4-inch chunks.
3. In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, parsley, garlic and salt.
4. Fold in the potato chunks and serve.

Garlic Potatoes 13
CLASSICAL
Spanish Tomato Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 12 mins

Tapas Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 196.0
Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 331.4mg
Carbohydrates 38.5g
Protein 8.0g
Ingredients
4 slices French bread 2 tbsp Spanish olive oil
2 ripe tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Directions
1. Set the broiler of your oven.
2. Cook the bread slices under the broiler till golden brown from both sides.
3. Rub each halved tomato over 1 bread slice evenly.
4. Sprinkle with the garlic evenly and serve with a drizzling of the oil.

14 Classical Spanish Tomato Tapas

Sausage
Empanada Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 1 hr

Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 83.0
Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 7.5mg
Sodium 101.1mg
Carbohydrates 8.1g
Protein 0.9g

Ingredients
1/2 C. chopped onion 1 small tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced 1 (15 oz.) packages refrigerated pie crusts
1/2 link hot linguica sausage, removed the casings 1 egg, beaten
and chopped
1/4 C. chopped bell pepper
3/4 tsp smoked paprika
1 small yellow wax chili pepper, seeded and minced
Directions
1. Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else and line 2 baking sheets with the
parchment papers.
2. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic for about 10 minutes.
3. Add the remaining ingredients except the egg and pie crust and increase the heat to medium-high
heat.
4. Cook for about 5 minutes.
5. Unroll the pie crust and with a 3-inch cutter, cut into circles.
6. Combine the scraps and roll and cut into circles on a lightly floured board.
7. Place about spoonful of meat mixture onto half of each dough circle.
8. With wet fingers, fold over to enclose filling and pinch edges to seal.
9. Arrange onto prepared baking sheets and coat with the beaten egg.
10. Cook in the oven for about 20-25 minutes.

Sausage Empanada 15
FISH
and Chips in Prep Time: 13 hrs
Total Time: 13 hrs 45 mins

Spain Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 41.4
Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 23.6mg
Sodium 669.7mg
Carbohydrates 2.3g
Protein 6.5g
Ingredients
1 1/4 lbs salt cod fish 1/4 tsp nutmeg
5 C. unsalted potatoes ( riced or finely mashed) 1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 C. finely chopped onion 3 eggs, beaten
1/3 C. finely chopped fresh parsley oil ( for deep frying)
4 tsp lemon juice

Directions
1. Rinse and soak the cod for about 12 hours or overnight in several changes of cold water, then drain
well
2. In a pan of water, add the cod and bring to a boil.
3. Simmer for about 15 minutes and drain well, then keep aside to cool completely.
4. Discard the skin and bones.
5. In a food processor, add the cod and pulse till shredded finely.
6. In a bowl, add the shredded cod and remaining ingredients except the oil and mix till well combined.
7. With a dessert spoon, place a heaping spoon full of cod mixture.
8. With a second dessert spoon place the mixture over the first press and form a rounded oval allowing
excess to fall back into the bowl.
9. Arrange onto a large tray and repeat with the remaining mixture.
10. Serve alongside the lemon and olives.

16 Fish and Chips in Spain

Classic
Dijon Potato Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 173.5
Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 2.5mg
Sodium 101.5mg
Carbohydrates 32.9g
Protein 3.7g

Ingredients
3 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 1 tsp black pepper ( freshly ground)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1/4 C. green onion, finely chopped
1/3 C. mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped

Directions
1. In a pan of water, cook the potatoes till done completely and drain.
2. Keep aside to cool completely.
3. In a bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients except the green onion.
4. Fold in the potatoes and green onion.
5. Refrigerate for about 1 hour.

Classic Dijon Potato Tapas 17

PRAWN
Tapas Spanish Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 13 mins

Style Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 285.0
Fat 11.6g
Cholesterol 228.0mg
Sodium 230.4mg
Carbohydrates 3.7g
Protein 30.7g
Ingredients
2 lb raw king prawns, peeled and butterflied 4 -6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 tbsp parsley, chopped 4 -6 tbsp dry sherry
1 tsp chili flakes
4 tbsp olive oil

Directions
1. Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else.
2. Carefully, slit the prawns lengthwise but don't go all the way through and remove the vein.
3. In 6 small oven proof dishes, divide the prawns, garlic, chili flakes, sherry and olive oil.
4. Cook in the oven for about 8-12 minutes.
5. Serve with a sprinkle of the parsley alongside the crusty bread & lemon wedges.

20 Prawn Tapas Spanish Style

Flame Broiled
Chicken Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 123.4
Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 29.3mg
Sodium 183.6mg
Carbohydrates 5.4g
Protein 8.3g

Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch 1 clove garlic
pieces 1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 C. mayonnaise
1 medium red pepper, finely chopped

Directions
1. Soak 12 (8-inch) wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes.
2. Thread the chicken pieces onto presoaked skewers and in shallow baking dish.
3. In a bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients and place over the skewers.
4. Cot the chicken pieces with the marinade and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
5. Set the oven to broiler and arrange oven rack about 4-6-inches from heating element.
6. Remove skewers from the refrigerator and discard the marinade.
7. Arrange the skewers on the rack of a broiler pan.
8. Cook under the broiler for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally.

Flame Broiled Chicken 21

TRADITIONAL
Tomato Tapas Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

(Tomates Servings per Recipe: 6

Rellenos)
Calories 53.3
Fat 2.6g
Cholesterol 105.7mg
Sodium 39.9mg
Carbohydrates 3.8g
Protein 3.9g
Ingredients
6 small tomatoes 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
3 eggs, hard-boiled, mashed olive oil
4 tbsp aioli
salt, pepper

Directions
1. Cut the tops off the tomatoes.
2. Remove the core and seeds of the tomatoes with a spoon.
3. In a bowl, mix together the parsley, eggs, aioli, salt and black pepper.
4. Stuff the tomatoes with the parsley mixture and cover with the top slice.
5. Drizzle with some olive oil and sprinkle with the black pepper.

22 Traditional Tomato Tapas

Sevilla Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 59.2
Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 174.8mg
Carbohydrates 4.3g
Protein 0.9g

Ingredients
1 lb plum tomato, cored seeded and cut into small 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
dice ( ripe) 1/4 tsp black pepper, coarsely ground
1/2 red onion, diced 2 tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped
1/4 C. capers, drained ( tiny)

Directions
1. In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients.
2. Keep aside for about 1 hour before serving.

Sevilla 23
REAL
Spanish Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 16

Calories 90.9
Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 79.3mg
Sodium 30.0mg
Carbohydrates 9.5g
Protein 3.5g
Ingredients
3 tbsp olive oil 6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 large onion, thinly sliced 1/2 tsp dried crushed red pepper flakes
3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 C. flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 large red peppers, quartered, seeded and thinly
sliced
Directions
1. Set your oven to degrees 400 F before doing anything else.
2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of the oil on medium heat and cook the potatoes and onion for about 15
minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add peppers and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes.
4. Transfer the mixture into a bowl and keep aside for about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the eggs, parsley and chili flakes and keep aside for about 5 minutes.
6. Place a 20cm square tin in the oven to heat for about 5 minutes.
7. Remove the tin from the oven and coat with the oil.
8. Place the egg mixture in the oven and cook in the oven for about 15-20 minutes.
9. Remove from the oven and keep aside for about 5 minutes.
10. Cut into desired sized squares and serve.

24 Real Spanish Tapas

Cilantro
Shrimp Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 935.4
Fat 19.3g
Cholesterol 119.5mg
Sodium 2126.8mg
Carbohydrates 147.0g
Protein 43.3g

Ingredients
1/4 C. extra virgin olive oil salt
3 canned jalapeno peppers, minced 16 slices baguette
3 garlic cloves, chopped
8 oz. fresh cooked shrimp, coarsely chopped
3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp paprika
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the garlic and jalapeño for about 1 minute.
2. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the cilantro, paprika and salt and cook till heated through.

Cilantro Shrimp Tapas 25

HONEY
Mustard Chicken Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Breast Girona Servings per Recipe: 8

Style Tapas
Calories 261.0
Fat 15.3g
Cholesterol 104.5mg
Sodium 125.0mg
Carbohydrates 17.7g
Protein 13.9g
Ingredients
3 chicken breasts, cut in to bite sized pieces 1/2 C. honey
3 eggs 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
flour, sufficient to coat the chicken pieces 1 tsp soy sauce
5 tbsp olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE:
Directions
1. In a bowl, mix together the chicken and eggs.
2. Add the flour and mix till well combined.
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil and fry the chicken till golden from all the sides.
4. Remove from the heat and season with the salt and black pepper.
5. For sauce in a bowl, mix together all the ingredients.
6. Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve.

26 Honey Mustard Chicken Breast Girona Style Tapas

Yummiest
Potato Tapas Prep Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr

Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 190.8
Fat 12.1g
Cholesterol 139.5mg
Sodium 81.3mg
Carbohydrates 14.5g
Protein 6.3g

Ingredients
2 large onions, chopped finely 1/2 C. thinly sliced scallion top
5 tbsp olive oil salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 baking potatoes, like russets, peeled and cut into
1/4-inch cubes
1/4 tsp saffron thread
1/4 C. chicken broth
6 large eggs
Directions
1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tbsp of the oil on medium heat and sauté the onion for about 20
minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and keep aside to cool completely.
3. In a pan of salted boiling water, coo the potatoes for about 8 minutes.
4. Drain well and keep aside to cool, then place into the bowl of the onion.
5. In a small bowl, crumble the saffron threads.
6. In a small pan heat the broth till hot.
7. Pour the hot broth over the saffron and keep aside for about 5 minutes.
8. In a large bowl, add the eggs, scallion greens, saffron mixture, salt and pepper and beat well.
9. Fold in the onion and potato mixture.
10. In skillet, heat remaining 3 tbsp of the oil on medium-high heat and add the egg mixture, spreading
potatoes evenly.
11. Reduce the heat to medium and cook the omelet for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
Yummiest Potato Tapas 27
12. Shift the skillet so that 1/4 of omelet is directly over center of burner and cook for about 1 minute.
13. Shift the skillet 3 more times, cooking remaining fourths in the same way.
14. Center the skillet and cook omelet over low heat for about 4 minutes more.
15. Carefully, invert the omelet into the skillet. and cook for about 4 minutes.

28
Fennel
and Coriander Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Olives Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 94.8
Fat 8.9g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 884.3mg
Carbohydrates 4.7g
Protein 0.9g

Ingredients
1 lb green olives 1 orange, zest of
6 garlic cloves, sliced 1 orange, juice of
1 tbsp crushed coriander seed olive oil
1 tbsp crushed fennel seed
6 fresh thyme sprigs
4 rosemary sprigs
Directions
1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the olive oil and transfer into a jar.
2. Add enough oil that covers the olives.
3. Cover the jar and shake well.
4. Keep in room temperature for about 6 days.

Fennel and Coriander Olives 29

ORANGE
Blossom Bread Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins

Sticks Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 261.0
Fat 15.3g
Cholesterol 104.5mg
Sodium 125.0mg
Carbohydrates 17.7g
Protein 13.9g
Ingredients
1 (8 oz.) packets breadsticks 4 oz. serrano ham, in thin slices
3 oz. orange blossom honey
Directions
1. Coat the tips of bread sticks in the honey and then drain.
2. Wrap the ham slices around the bread sticks.

32 Orange Blossom Bread Sticks

Smoked
Spanish Potatoes Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 2

Calories 375.8
Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 5.7mg
Sodium 181.5mg
Carbohydrates 70.8g
Protein 7.9g

Ingredients
2 large potatoes, peeled 1/2 tsp Spanish smoked hot paprika
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1 large garlic clove, crushed
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Directions
1. In a pan of salted water, cook the potatoes for about 20 minutes.
2. Drain well and keep aside to cool completely, then chop them.
3. In a bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients.
4. Fold in the potatoes and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

Smoked Spanish Potatoes 33

AVOCADO
and Shrimp Tapas Prep Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 25 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 733.2
Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 191.4mg
Sodium 669.2mg
Carbohydrates 17.9g
Protein 19.8g
Ingredients
3 large avocados, peeled and pitted 5 oz. whipping cream, unsweetened
1 lb shrimp, cooked 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil OPTIONAL
1 green onion, chopped finely shredded lettuce
1 garlic clove, chopped
salt
Directions
1. Sprinkle the shrimp with the salt and black pepper.
2. In a skillet, heat the oil and fry briefly.
3. In a bowl, add the avocado, garlic, green onion, whipping cream and olive oil and mash well, then stir
in the salt.
4. In the bottom of a cocktail dish, place the shredded lettuce.
5. Top with the shrimp, followed by the avocado mixture.

34 Avocado and Shrimp Tapas

Madrid Inspired
Seasoned Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Asparagus Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 326.7
Fat 30.5g
Cholesterol 152.0mg
Sodium 61.9mg
Carbohydrates 11.8g
Protein 5.8g

Ingredients
1 (15 oz.) cans white asparagus ( or green) 1/2 C. olive oil
SAUCE 1 egg white
2 large egg yolks, hard-boiled 1 orange, sliced
1 raw egg yolk 1 lemon, sliced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp orange juice
1 pinch salt, and pepper
Directions
1. In a bowl, chop the hard-boiled egg yolks and mix with the raw egg yolk.
2. Add the orange juice, lemon juice, salt and pepper and mix well.
3. Slowly, add the olive oil, beating till well combined.
4. In a bowl, add the egg white and beat till stiff.
5. Fold the egg whites into the sauce.
6. Place the asparagus on a serving dish and top with the sauce.
7. Serve with a toping of the orange and lemon slices.

Madrid Inspired Seasoned Asparagus 35

SAUCY
Red Potatoes Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 55 mins

Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 184.6
Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 154.4mg
Carbohydrates 19.4g
Protein 2.2g
Ingredients
SPICY TOMATO SAUCE POTATOES
1 tbsp olive oil 1/4 C. olive oil
1 C. chopped onion 1 lb red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch
2 garlic cloves, minced cubes
1 (14 1/2 oz.) cans diced tomatoes sea salt
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Directions
1. Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else.
2. In a small pan, heat the oil on medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic for about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the red pepper flakes and tomatoes and simmer, covered for about 20 minutes.
4. In a skillet, heat the oil on medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally till golden brown.
5. Transfer the potato slices onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.
6. Transfer the potatoes onto a baking sheet and cook in the oven for about 10 minutes.
7. Serve immediately with a sprinkling of the salt alongside the tomato sauce.

36 Saucy Red Potatoes

Mascarpone
and Figs Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins

Servings per Recipe: 2

Calories 55.5
Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 78.2mg
Carbohydrates 14.3g
Protein 0.5g

Ingredients
3 fresh figs, halved 1 pinch salt
3 tsp mascarpone cheese 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
1/2 tbsp agave syrup ( may substitute honey)
Directions
1. Place about 1/2 tsp of the cheese over each fig half.
2. Drizzle with the honey evenly and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and nutmeg.

Mascarpone and Figs 37

SPANISH
Fruit Salad Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 2

Calories 397.4
Fat 13.2g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 34.9mg
Carbohydrates 67.6g
Protein 8.5g
Ingredients
1 granny smith apple, peeled, diced 1/3 C. walnuts
2 tbsp lemon juice 8 oz. mayonnaise
2 scallions, chopped salt, pepper
3 -4 tbsp golden raisins 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
2 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled, chopped
1 celery, chopped

Directions
1. In a bowl, toss together the apples and lemon juice.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.
3. Serve with a sprinkling of the cilantro.

38 Spanish Fruit Salad

Incredible
Tapas Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins

Servings per Recipe: 10

Calories 236.4
Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 244.0mg
Carbohydrates 40.1g
Protein 5.9g

Ingredients
1 lb white flour, sifted 1 onion, rough chopped
1 tsp easy-blend dried yeast 2 garlic cloves, quartered
1 tsp salt 1 inch gingerroot, rough chopped
2 tbsps chopped fresh parsley 1 lb tomatoes, rough chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp olive oil 1 pinch sugar
vegetable oil ( for frying) salt & freshly ground black pepper
FOR THE SALSA
6 hot red chili peppers, seeded and rough chopped

Directions
1. In a bowl, mix together the flour, yeast and salt.
2. Add the garlic, parsley, oil and enough water and mix till a firm dough forms.
3. Place onto lightly floured surface and knead about for 10 minutes.
4. Transfer the dough into a bowl and cover with a cling film.
5. Keep aside for about 1 hour.
6. Meanwhile for salsa, in a food processor, add all the ingredients except the sugar, salt and black
pepper and pulse till smooth.
7. In a pan, strain the salsa mixture through a fine sieve.
8. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
9. Make about 40 equal sized balls from the dough.

Incredible Tapas 39
10. In a deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil and shallow fry the balls for about 4-5 minutes.
11. Transfer the balls onto paper towel lined plate to drain.
12. Serve immediately alongside the salsa.

40
A Mediterranean
Eggplant Tapas Prep Time: 3 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 277.4
Fat 12.1g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 579.6mg
Carbohydrates 37.3g
Protein 8.4g

Ingredients
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 C. frozen spinach
1/2 Spanish onion, diced 1 C. manchego cheese, or feta, crumbled
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 C. eggplants
1 (15 oz.) cans chickpeas
1 (15 oz.) cans tomatoes with juice
Directions
1. Set your oven to 375 degrees F before doing anything else and line a baking sheet with foil paper.
2. In a bowl, add the eggplant, 2 tbsp of the oil, salt and black pepper and toss to coat well.
3. Transfer the eggplant into the prepared baking sheet and cook in the oven for about 30 minutes.
4. In a large skillet, heat the remaining oil on medium heat and sauté the onion, garlic and paprika for
about 1 minute.
5. Stir in the tomatoes and chickpeas and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the eggplant, spinach and cheese and simmer till hated completely.

A Mediterranean Eggplant Tapas 41

EASY
Basil Meatball Prep Time: 2 mins
Total Time: 6 hrs 2 mins

Tapas Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 10.8
Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 163.5mg
Carbohydrates 2.6g
Protein 0.4g
Ingredients
1 lb about 4 servings frozen meatballs 1 tsp fresh thyme
2 tbsp fresh basil, torn into large pieces 2 C. tomato juice
1 tbsp fresh rosemary
Directions
1. In a crock pot, add all the ingredients.
2. Set the crock pot o Low and cook, covered for about 6-8 hours.
3. Serve with the toothpicks.

44 Easy Basil Meatball Tapas

Authentic
Turkey Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 12 hrs 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 115.7
Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 46.9mg
Sodium 65.2mg
Carbohydrates 4.1g
Protein 19.8g

Ingredients
1 lb turkey tenderloins, cut into 3/4-inch medallions 1 large garlic clove, minced
2 tsp olive oil 6 -8 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (6 oz.) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained,
halved, juice reserved
1 -2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/8-1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium heat and sauté the turkey for about 4 minutes from the both
sides.
2. In a bowl, mix together the garlic, artichoke juice, vinegar, oregano and red pepper flakes.
3. Fold in the turkey and artichokes and refrigerate, covered for overnight.
4. Fold in the tomatoes just before the serving.

Authentic Turkey Tapas 45

EASTERN
Spanish Aioli Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins

Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 44.1
Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 2.8mg
Sodium 78.4mg
Carbohydrates 2.9g
Protein 0.1g
Ingredients
3/4 C. mayonnaise 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Directions
1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and beat well.
2. Refrigerate, covered before serving.

46 Eastern Spanish Aioli

Raisins
and Spinach Tapas Prep Time: 4 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 2

Calories 581.4
Fat 37.2g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 109.7mg
Carbohydrates 41.7g
Protein 9.5g

Ingredients
1/2 C. raisins, soaked for about 3 minutes and drained sea salt
2 tbsp olive oil black pepper
1/2 C. pine nuts, toasted in a dry skillet
2 garlic cloves, sliced
3 tbsp dry sherry
8 oz. fresh spinach (about 2 C.)
1 pinch sweet paprika
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the pine nuts and garlic for about 1 minute.
2. Stir in the sherry and boil for about 1 minute.
3. Add the spinach and paprika and toss to coat well.
4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Remove from the heat and immediately, stir in the raisins, salt and pepper.

Raisins and Spinach Tapas 47

RANCH
Tortelli Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 816.4
Fat 61.8g
Cholesterol 581.8mg
Sodium 52.6g
Carbohydrates 14.4g
Protein 816.4
Ingredients
2 (9 oz.) packages refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini 3/4-1 C. chopped fresh cilantro
1 (24 oz.) bottles peppercorn ranch dressing, divided 2 C. vegetable oil, for frying
1 -2 tbsp onion powder GARNISH
1 -2 tbsp garlic powder fresh cilantro stem
1/2 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 large eggs
2 C. fine dry breadcrumbs
3/4-1 C. mild chunky salsa
Directions
1. Cook the tortellini according to package's directions, then drain and cool.
2. In a large bowl, add the 2 C. of the dressing, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder and red pepper flakes
and beat till well combined.
3. Stir in the tortellini and keep aside for about 10 minutes.
4. Now, coat the tortellini in breadcrumbs and arrange on the baking sheet.
5. Refrigerate to chill for at least 1 hour.
6. In a bowl, mix together the salsa, cilantro and remaining dressing.
7. In a Dutch oven, heat the oil to 375 degrees F and fry the tortellini in batches till golden brown.
8. Transfer the tortellini onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.
9. Serve with a garnishing of the cilantro.

48 Ranch Tortelli
Spanish
Sweet Patatas Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

Tapas Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 384.3
Fat 8.1g
Cholesterol 211.5mg
Sodium 442.6mg
Carbohydrates 60.3g
Protein 16.6g

Ingredients
1.5 lbs baby new potatoes, unpeeled 1 tsp dark brown sugar
4 garlic cloves, unpeeled and smashed 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp olive oil salt
1 small onion, thinly sliced fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp paprika
1 lb chopped fresh tomatoes
Directions
1. In a clean tea towel, place the baby potatoes and hit with a wooden mallet to crack them lightly.
2. In a large skillet, heat the oil and sauté the potatoes, onion and garlic for about 10-12 minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes, brown sugar, chili flakes, paprika salt and pepper.
4. Simmer, covered for about 15 minutes.
5. Stir in the parsley and serve warm.

Spanish Sweet Patatas Tapas 49

BALSAMIC
Padron Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 358.8
Fat 28.0g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 18.5mg
Carbohydrates 27.8g
Protein 5.1g
Ingredients
20 -40 padron bell peppers sea salt ( to your taste)
1/2 C. extra virgin olive oil balsamic vinegar ( to your taste)
1 -3 garlic clove, fresh, finely minced
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium-high heat and sauté the peppers for about 3 minutes.
2. Transfer the peppers onto a paper towel lined plate to drain and drizzle with the vinegar.
3. Serve with a sprinkling of the garlic, red peppers and salt.

50 Balsamic Padron
Chocolate
and Bread Tapas Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 527.9
Fat 14.9g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 974.6mg
Carbohydrates 83.0g
Protein 14.0g

Ingredients
10 slices baguette ( 3/8 inch thick) coarse salt, to taste
3 oz. Swiss bittersweet chocolate
3 -4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Directions
1. Set your oven to the broiler.
2. Cook the bread slices under the broiler till toasted completely.
3. Now, set the oven to 350 degrees F.
4. Drizzle the slices with the oil and sprinkle with a little salt evenly.
5. Top each slice with the chocolate and cook in the oven till it melts completely.

Chocolate and Bread Tapas 51

SPICED
Nutty Tapas Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins

(Almendras Servings per Recipe: 4

Saladas)
Calories 428.5
Fat 38.1g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 595.3mg
Carbohydrates 13.6g
Protein 15.5g
Ingredients
2 C. blanched almonds olive oil, for frying
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp Spanish sweet paprika
Directions
1. In a pan, add about 1-inch oil to 300 degrees F and fry the almonds till golden.
2. Transfer the almonds onto paper towel lined plate to drain.
3. Sprinkle with the paprika and salt.

52 Spiced Nutty Tapas

Sardines
Spanish Style Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 10 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 415.9
Fat 36.7g
Cholesterol 120.9mg
Sodium 430.8mg
Carbohydrates 0.0g
Protein 20.9g

Ingredients
1/2 C. extra virgin olive oil salt
self-rising flour lemon wedge ( to garnish)
3/4 lb fresh sardine
Directions
1. Toss the sardines into the flour evenly.
2. In a skillet, heat the oil and cook the sardines till cooked completely.
3. Transfer the sardines onto paper towel lined plate to drain.
4. Serve with a sprinkling of the salt and serve alongside the lemon wedges.

Sardines Spanish Style 53

SIMPLE
Bell Pepper Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Potato Tapas Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 16.6
Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 20.6mg
Sodium 9.9mg
Carbohydrates 1.1g
Protein 0.8g
Ingredients
olive oil 1/2 C. sour cream
1 large garlic clove, minced 6 oz. freshly grated Spanish Roncal cheese, or
4 scallions, white and green parts finely chopped muenster
1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced 3 tbsp fresh chives, snipped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced salt and pepper, to taste
6 oz. potatoes, boiled, peeled and diced
5 large eggs
Directions
1. Set your oven to 375 degrees F before doing anything else and line a 10x7-inch baking sheet with a
greased foil paper.
2. In a large skillet, heat a little oil on medium heat and sauté the peppers, scallions and garlic for about
10 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep aside to cool, then stir in the potato.
3. In a large bowl, add the eggs, sour cream, cheese and chives and beat well.
4. Add the potato mixture, salt and black pepper and gently stir to combine.
5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking sheet and with a spatula, smooth the top.
6. Cook in the oven for about 30-40 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and keep aside to cool.
8. Remove the foil paper and invert the side and cook under the broiler till dry out.
9. Remove from the oven and keep aside to cool completely.
10. Cut into 48 equal sized squares and serve with the wooden toothpicks.

56 Simple Bell Pepper Potato Tapas

Pepper
Parmesan Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins

Asparagus Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 602.4
Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 1464.2mg
Carbohydrates 109.5g
Protein 20.3g

Ingredients
2 large red bell peppers, cored, seeded and chopped fresh ground pepper
roughly 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 cloves garlic, minced 1 sourdough bread or 1 French baguette, loaf
1 tbsp olive oil sliced julienne strips bell pepper
2 tbsp raspberry vinegar snipped fresh basil
1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh basil shaved parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium heat and sauté the bell peppers and garlic for about 15
minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and keep aside to cool slightly.
3. In a food processor, add the bell pepper mixture and pulse till smooth.
4. Stir in the basil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
5. In a pan of salted boiling water, cook the asparagus for about 4-5 minutes and drain well.
6. Place the red pepper sauce on a platter and top with the asparagus.
7. Serve with a garnishing of the bell pepper, basil and Parmesan alongside the baguette slices.

Pepper Parmesan Asparagus 57

TASTY
Crab Tapas Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 92.0
Fat 9.1g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 2.3mg
Carbohydrates 2.7g
Protein 0.5g
Ingredients
1/4 C. olive oil 2 C. crabmeat, cooked
2 tbsp garlic, finely chopped 2 tbsp oregano, finely chopped
1/4 onion, finely chopped salt and pepper
1/2 C. prosciutto ham
1 C. tomatoes, chopped
Directions
1. Heat oil in pan, and brown the garlic and onion.
2. Add Prosciutto and tomatoes, and cook until a thick paste.
3. Stir in crabmeat, oregano, salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cook until crab is heated thoroughly.
5. Serve with Italian bread.

58 Tasty Crab Tapas

Mid-Summer
Party Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins

Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 1325.3
Fat 74.9g
Cholesterol 94.4mg
Sodium 3475.5mg1
Carbohydrates 118.7g
Protein 52.8g

Ingredients
25 saltine crackers 3 tbsp peanut butter
1/3 C. bread and butter pickles 1 C. tortilla chips, white
3 slices American cheese, quartered 4 fresh mushrooms
2 slices Swiss cheese, quartered 1/3 C. salsa
1 slice bologna, thick-sliced 1/3 C. sauerkraut, cold
8 green olives, stuffed with pimientos 1 chicken drumstick, fried, cold (optional)
1 celery rib, cut into three pieces
1 carrot, peeled and cut into 3 pieces
Directions
1. Place the olives and pickles onto a paper towel in the platter.
2. Create a tic-tac-toe cut on the bologna slice and arrange in the platter.
3. Place the cheese slices onto a wax paper in the platter.
4. Spread the peanut butter on the celery rib pieces and lay place on the platter.
5. In 2 small ramekins, place the sauerkraut and the salsa and arrange them on the platter along with a
spoon.
6. Trim the mushroom stems at the bottom and then cut them in half.
7. Place the mushrooms on the platter with the remaining ingredients.

Mid-Summer Party Tapas 59

PERFECT
Dinner Party Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 12 mins

Tapas Servings per Recipe: 8

Calories 82.2
Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 16.1mg
Sodium 13.5mg
Carbohydrates 3.3g
Protein 3.6g
Ingredients
¼ lb tender lamb fillets, cut into 1cm rounds salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp English mustard
1 tbsps light muscovado sugar
Directions
1. Set your grill for high heat and grease the grill grate.
2. Season the lamb with the salt and pepper generously.
3. Cook the lamb pieces on the grill till browned completely from all the sides.
4. Remove the lamb from the grill and place the mustard over each piece, followed by the sprinkling of
the sugar evenly.
5. Cook the lamb pieces on the grill for about 23 minutes more.

60 Perfect Dinner Party Tapas

Goat Cheese
Tapas Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 410.4
Fat 34.8g
Cholesterol 50.5mg
Sodium 714.0mg
Carbohydrates 8.7g
Protein 16.8g

Ingredients
2 large red bell peppers, quartered and seeded 1 garlic clove, crushed
4 large slice prosciutto 1/2 C. parmesan cheese
½ lb goat cheese 1/2 C. chopped green olives
1 bunch basil
1 tbsp cracked black pepper
1/4 C. olive oil
1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Directions
1. Set your oven to 400 degrees F before doing anything else and line a baking sheet with baking
paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the vinegar, oil and garlic.
3. Add the bell peppers and toss to coat.
4. Cook the bell peppers onto a griddle.
5. Transfer the bell peppers onto a paper towel lined plate to drain.
6. Now, arrange the bell pepper pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, outer side down.
7. Place eight basil leaves in the hollow of each bell pepper piece, followed by a thick slice of goat
cheese.
8. Wrap half pieces of the bell peppers with the prosciutto and secure with a toothpick.
9. Sprinkle green olives over the remaining bell pepper pieces and top with the Parmesan cheese.
10. Cook in the oven for about 15-20 minutes.

Goat Cheese Tapas 61

SPICY
Pepper Tapas Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs

Servings per Recipe: 6

Calories 51.7
Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 1.0mg
Carbohydrates 2.7g
Protein 0.4g
Ingredients
1 garlic clove, minced 2 red bell peppers
1 tsp fresh oregano, chopped or 1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
1. Set your oven to the broiler and arrange oven rack about 4-inches from heating element.
2. Cover the broiler pan with a foil paper while heating.
3. Arrange the peppers over the hot foil paper and cook under the broiler for about 15-20 minutes.
4. Immediately, transfer the peppers into a brown paper bag and roll top of the bag down and then
keep aside for about 5 minutes.
5. Peel the peppers by cutting around the stem and twisting it.
6. Rinse the peppers under the cold water and discard the seeds.
7. Cut the pepper into 1/4-inch strips lengthwise.
8. Transfer the peppers into a jar with the oregano, garlic and oil.
9. Close the lid tightly and shake well and keep aside to marinate for about 1 hour.
10. These peppers can be kept in the refrigerator for about 1 week.

62 Spicy Pepper Tapas

Buttery
Triple Sec Shrimp Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Tapas Servings per Recipe: 1

Calories 44.6
Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 39.8mg
Sodium 130.7mg
Carbohydrates 0.5g
Protein 3.6g

Ingredients
2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp flour crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 tsp salt lime wedge
1/4 tsp paprika
2 garlic cloves, minced
24 large peeled and deveined shrimp
1/2 C. triple sec
Directions
1. In a large skillet, melt the butter on medium-high heat and sauté the flour, garlic, paprika and salt for
about 2 minutes.
2. Add the shrimp and triple sec and sauté for about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the parsley and chili flakes and serve with a garnishing of the lime wedges.

Buttery Triple Sec Shrimp Tapas 63

WILD
Mushroom Tapas Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Servings per Recipe: 2

Calories 243.1
Fat 21.1g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 13.9mg
Carbohydrates 10.1g
Protein 8.1g
Ingredients
4 garlic cloves, sliced roughly salt
3 tbsp olive oil pepper
1 lb wild mushroom, sliced
1/8 tsp white wine
3 sticks parsley
Directions
1. In a large skillet, heat the oil on medium heat and sauté the garlic till slightly golden.
2. Stir in the mushrooms and stir fry for about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the wine on medium heat and cook for about 5-10 minutes.
4. Stir in the parsley and serve immediately.

64 Wild Mushroom Tapas

Authentic
Spanish Style Tuna Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Servings per Recipe: 4

Calories 294 kcal
Fat 18.2 g
Cholesterol 11g
Sodium 23.9 g
Carbohydrates 27 mg
Protein 154 mg

Ingredients
1 (12 oz.) can solid white tuna packed in water, black pepper to taste
drained 1 pinch garlic salt
1 tbsp mayonnaise 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
3 green onions, thinly sliced, plus additional for
garnish
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 dash balsamic vinegar
Directions
1. In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients except the avocado.
2. Fill the avocado halves with the tuna mixture evenly.
3. Serve with a garnishing of the green onions.

Authentic Spanish Style Tuna 65

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