Spain is known to be one of the world's culinary capitals.
Its cuisine is eclectic and expansive, and the result of a smorgasbord of different cultures and regions. And while many Spanish restaurants are known for being on the culinary cutting edge, a recurring theme in Spanish dishes is simplicity: ingredients are mostly fresh and altered minimally in order to let natural flavors shine through.
From tiny tapas to pans of paella, here are 33 foods you need to try when traveling to Spain.
Arguably the most famous Spanish dish, patatas bravas are boiled, then deep-fried chunks of potato that are crunchy on the outside and supple on the inside. The sauce varies by city, but is typically an aioli.
Tortilla Española is a fluffy Spanish omelette made with potatoes. The dish is often accompanied by "pan con tomate," or toast with a tomato spread.
Paella is a Valencian rice dish found throughout Spain. In a shallow metal pan, mixed seafood and vegetables are cooked with rice. "Socarrat," the crunchy rice that forms at the bottom of the pan, is an intrinsic part of the dish.
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