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Navarre Cuisine

Pimientos del Piquillo Rellenos

Sweet piquillo peppers, a Navarre specialty, are stuffed with meat, seafood, or vegetables and often served with a creamy tomato or béchamel sauce. 1)

Trucha a la Navarra

Fresh trout cooked with slices of ham, a traditional and simple dish that showcases Navarre’s love for river fish. 2)

Espárragos Blancos de Navarra

Renowned white asparagus, prized for its tenderness and delicate flavour, is often served with olive oil or mayonnaise. 3)

Cordero al Chilindrón

A flavourful stew of lamb cooked with peppers, tomatoes, and onions, seasoned with paprika. It’s a hearty countryside favourite. 4)

Menestra de Verduras

A medley of Navarre’s finest seasonal vegetables, including artichokes, asparagus, peas, and beans, cooked in a light broth. 5)

Ajoarriero

A dish of salt cod mixed with garlic, potatoes, peppers, and olive oil, reflecting Navarre’s culinary ties to neighbouring Basque Country. 6)

Relleno de Carnaval

A traditional Carnival sausage made from egg, breadcrumbs, and chorizo fat, often eaten as part of festive celebrations. 7)

Cuajada

A creamy dessert made from sheep's milk curd, typically served with honey or sugar. It’s a must-try dairy treat from Navarre. 8)

Alcachofas con Jamón

Tender artichokes cooked with ham, showcasing Navarre’s love for fresh produce and simple flavours. 9)

Chistorra

A thin, spicy pork sausage unique to Navarre, often grilled or fried and served as a tapa or snack. 10)

Patxaran Sorbete

A refreshing sorbet flavoured with Patxaran, a Navarrese liqueur made from sloe berries, anise, and herbs. 11)

Magras con Tomate

A traditional dish of cured ham slices cooked in a tomato sauce, often accompanied by fried eggs. 12)

Pochas a la Navarra

A comforting stew made with pochas (a local variety of tender white beans) cooked with chorizo, green peppers, and tomato. 13)

Ternera de Navarra

Tender and flavourful veal, certified from Navarre’s pastures, is often roasted or grilled and served with vegetables or potatoes. 14)

Rosquillas de San Blas

Sweet, ring-shaped cookies flavoured with anise, traditionally made for Saint Blaise's Day. They’re a delightful local treat. 15)