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Nutritional Values
180kcal
20gProtein
10gCarbs
8gFat
3gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
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🐟 Fish
Esgarraet
How to order / say it
Say it
Esgarraet — [es-gah-RAH-et]
Order
Could I try the esgarraet, please?
Locally
Podría probar el esgarraet, por favor?
Say locally
A salad of roasted red peppers and salted codfish.
Why try it?
Esgarraet is a classic Valencian tapa that showcases the region’s penchant for bold flavors and simple ingredients from the coast. It illustrates the traditional balance between land and sea in Valencian cooking.
How it tastes
Combining the sweetness of roasted peppers and the salty tang of cod, it presents a vibrant contrast of savory flavors. Olive oil adds richness, while garlic provides aromatic depth.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Emerging from Valencia’s maritime traditions, Esgarraet originated as a rustic dish among fishermen. It became widespread in the 20th century as a popular tapa throughout the region.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 150 g roasted red peppers
- 🐟 150 g salted cod
- 🫒 30 ml olive oil
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
Method
- 1 Soak salted cod to reduce salinity.
- 2 Shred roasted red peppers and cod into strips.
- 3 Mix with minced garlic and drizzle with olive oil.
- 4 Let the flavors meld before serving.
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