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<\/p>\nMadrid is a city with an incredible gastronomic culture, one that has even crossed borders and turned its typical dishes into a delicacy abroad.<\/p>\n
Are you going to spend a few days in the city and wondering what you should eat in Madrid? Let’s take a look at the city’s typical dishes!<\/p>\n
Next, we will see which are the most typical dishes of its gastronomy. Take note if you don’t want to leave without having tried everything they have to offer!<\/p>\n
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This list could not start with any other dish from traditional Madrilenian cuisine than its cocido. It is a stew in which chickpeas, vegetables, and lots of pork, hen, chicken and beef are cooked. What stands out most about this dish is that it is eaten in “three turns”, that is, three phases:<\/p>\n
It is a very hearty dish, and especially ideal for the winter months.<\/p>\n
Another typical dish of Madrid\u2019s gastronomy, known by different names depending on the country. For example, in Spain, we know them as callos, while in Latin America, they are known as guatita or pancita.<\/p>\n
These are prepared with blood sausage, chorizo, and ham, with a sauce that usually includes paprika or chili to give it a spicy touch. Another ideal dish to warm up in winter, and much lighter than cocido.<\/p>\n
We know what you\u2019re thinking, these two dishes are more commonly associated with Castilian cuisine. And it’s true, but in the past, since fish was a very scarce food in Madrid, the fundamental diet of natives in ancient times was based on meat and legumes.<\/p>\n
The meat is roasted to achieve a crispy exterior and a tender interior. While it is not an inexpensive dish, it is a must-try for meat lovers before leaving the city.<\/p>\n
As we have already mentioned, fish used to be scarce in the capital, and one of the few that arrived was cod, which was preserved in salt so that it could withstand the long distances between the sea and Madrid.<\/p>\n
Being one of the rare fish available, it quickly became a favorite among the locals. How is it typically enjoyed? Sliced and fried in plenty of oil.<\/p>\n
Due to the vast distance between Madrid and the sea, where 300 kilometers once took days to traverse, the city primarily focused on meat dishes, including offal, liver, intestines, and other viscera.<\/p>\n
Nowadays, although things have changed quite a bit, there are still Madrilenian offal dishes that are highly coveted for their great flavor, such as pig’s ears, torreznos (fried pork belly), or gallinejas (fried lamb intestines).<\/p>\n
Did you know that San Isidro is the patron saint of Madrid? On May 15, the city comes alive to celebrate all kinds of events in honor of the saint, including dressing up in traditional chulapo costumes and dancing the chotis. However, what you’re really interested in are the San Isidro doughnuts, an irresistible delicacy available only during the month of May. In total, four types are sold:<\/p>\n
The Santa Clara doughnuts were created by the nuns of the Monastery of the Visitation in Madrid, while the French ones were made by the royal pastry chef of King Ferdinand VI in the 18th century.<\/p>\n
Although this is a tapa you can eat anywhere in Spain, there is no place with more tradition in enjoying them than the capital.<\/p>\n
A dish served with fried potatoes cut into cubes, accompanied with a slightly spicy sauce that gives them their name, “bravas.” The best part about Madrid is that each spot offers its own unique sauce, so you can explore this tapa, often served as a starter, and discover the one that perfectly matches your taste.<\/p>\n
What could possibly top this list of Madrid’s best dishes? Without a doubt, another of its classic delicacies: the calamari sandwich.<\/p>\n
The squid is cut into rings, coated in flour, and fried in plenty of oil, then served in a sandwich. These are usually accompanied by a few drops of lemon, mayonnaise, or alioli sauce.<\/p>\n
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As you may have noticed, Madrid offers a fantastic culinary scene, allowing you to enjoy many typical dishes.<\/p>\n