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Nutritional Values
350kcal
7gProtein
35gCarbs
20gFat
8gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥜 Nuts
Calçotada
How to order / say it
Say it
Calçots — [kal-SOHTS]
Order
I'd like the calçots, please.
Locally
Voldria els calçots, si us plau.
Say locally
Grilled green onions typically eaten during a social gathering.
Why try it?
The calçotada is an essential Catalan fiesta that showcases the communal aspect of the region's food culture, celebrated with laughter and camaraderie.
How it tastes
The calçots are sweet and tender, their charred exterior giving way to soft flesh that marries beautifully with the tangy Romesco sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1896
Calçots gained popularity in the late 19th century in Valls, evolving from a local specialty to a festive event, showcasing the unique agricultural bounty of Catalonia.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 500 g calçots
- 🥜 50 g almonds
- 🥜 50 g hazelnuts
- 🥕 1 large tomato
- 🧄 1 clove garlic
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
Method
- 1 Grill calçots over open flame until charred.
- 2 Roast nuts, tomato, and garlic, then blend with oil to make Romesco sauce.
- 3 Serve grilled calçots with sauce for dipping.
- 4 Peel and enjoy the tender bulb
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