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Vegetarian
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Nutritional Values
250kcal
4gProtein
30gCarbs
12gFat
5gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Cold Tomato Soup
How to order / say it
Say it
Gazpachuelo — [gath-pah-CHO-ehl-loh]
Order
I'd like the gazpachuelo, please.
Locally
Me gustaría el gazpachuelo, por favor.
Say locally
A chilled soup made with tomatoes, garlic, bread, and olive oil.
Why try it?
Gazpachuelo reflects the simplicity and resourcefulness of Malaga's culinary tradition. It serves as a refreshing escape from the city's summer heat.
How it tastes
Smooth and tangy, with a slight garlicky kick, this creamy soup refreshes the palate and invigorates the senses.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Born out of necessity in Andalusian rural communities in the 19th century, gazpacho was initially made by field workers to utilize stale bread. It evolved into a beloved Spanish classic.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 500 g tomatoes
- 🌾 100 g stale bread
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🧂 20 ml vinegar
- 300 ml water
Method
- 1 Soak bread in water and vinegar until soft.
- 2 Blend tomatoes, garlic, soaked bread, and olive oil until smooth.
- 3 Chill the soup before serving.
- 4 Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil.
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