What do Spaniards eat at Christmas? Explore the traditional Christmas dishes of Mallorca
A brief description of these festive delicacies. Christmas time is a time of joy, celebration and, of course, food. If you’re lucky enough to be spending the vacation season in Mallorca, you’ll have the pleasure of immersing yourself in a very different kind of Christmas dinner. This article will give you an insight into the traditional Christmas dishes on Mallorca and throughout Spain.
Mallorcan Christmas dishes
Escudella I Carn D’olla
The first course in many Mallorcan Christmas dinners is Escudella I Carn D’olla. This is a rich and hearty soup filled with meat and often served with potatoes and vegetables. The exact ingredients may vary, but you can always expect this soup to be hearty and warming.
Turrón
Turrón is a type of nougat that is traditionally eaten at Christmas in Spain. It consists mainly of honey, sugar and egg whites, which are cooked together with almonds or other nuts. Turrón can come in a variety of textures and flavors, from soft and creamy to hard and crunchy.
Traditional Spanish Christmas dishes
Polvorones and mantecados
These two types of pastries are typical of the Christmas season in Spain. Polvorones are tender, crumbly cookies made with almonds, sugar, butter and spices. Mantecados are similar, but are also made with lard, which gives them a particularly rich flavor.
Hake with mussels (Merluza a la Marinera)
Hake, or merluza, is another traditional Christmas dish in Spain. The preparation method “a la Marinera”, in which the fish is cooked in a broth of tomatoes, peppers, onions and white wine, is particularly widespread. This dish is also often served with mussels.
Summary
Christmas dinner in Mallorca or elsewhere in Spain can be quite different from what you may be used to. From rich soups to nougat desserts, there are many interesting and delicious traditions to discover. One thing is for sure: if you spend the vacation season on the island, your stomach will definitely not be disappointed.
