Cachucho
Other alternatives to Pargo/Bocinegro, Urta. Following the success of the Mojarra we tried these Cachuchos, (Big-Eyed Sea Bream). Not so … Continue reading Cachucho
Tag: Mercado de Abastos
Mojarra
There are several cheaper alternatives to Pargo/Bocinegro or Urta in the Mercado de Abastos. Mojarra or Pagel (Two Banded Sea … Continue reading Mojarra
Boquerones Gratis
When we were buying Acedías from Pescaderia Pintero the other day we were offered some free Boquerones. Valerie had given … Continue reading Boquerones Gratis
The First Artichokes- “Los Cimeros”
This year the first artichokes (Alcauciles) are very early – late January rather than mid February. The flowers of the … Continue reading The First Artichokes- “Los Cimeros”
Suela
Suela (Klein’s Sole) in the Mercado de Abastos in Conil. Also known as Lenguado de Piedra, Lenguado de Porreo, Lenguado … Continue reading Suela
Soldado
The Soldado (Bastard Sole) or Lenguado Soldado was for sale in the Mercado de Abastos in Conil. This year I … Continue reading Soldado
Senegal Sole
These Senegalese Soles were on sale in the Mercado de Abastos in Conil. Fished in the golfo de Cádiz using … Continue reading Senegal Sole
Lenguado, Soldado, Suela
We occasionally buy flat fish from Waitrose; in particular Brill (Rémol) and Turbot (Rodoballo). More recently we have tried Lemon … Continue reading Lenguado, Soldado, Suela
Acedías at Home
I mentioned in an earlier post that I hadn’t prepared these wedge soles (acedías) at home. This summer we succeeded. … Continue reading Acedías at Home
Corvina
Also known as Stone bass or meagre it looks like a giant angry sea bass. Not a relative but a … Continue reading Corvina
Almejas con Cebollas Caramelizadas
There are clams to be had from the beach in Conil and you will often see them being collected using … Continue reading Almejas con Cebollas Caramelizadas
Gambas Blancas Arroceras
These small prawns are found in Atlantic waters and vary in color from pale creamy white to translucent rosy pink. … Continue reading Gambas Blancas Arroceras
Merluza en Salsa Verde
I cook this regularly; rotating the hake cuts in the warm garlicky oil until they release enough gelatine to form … Continue reading Merluza en Salsa Verde
Salmonetes en Escabeche
Red Mullet are my favourite fish to eat. They have a “gamey” flavour unlike any other fish. We usually grill … Continue reading Salmonetes en Escabeche
Sardinas en Escabeche
This is usually the first thing that I make when I get to Conil. The sardines are dusted with flour … Continue reading Sardinas en Escabeche