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Castile And Leon Cuisine

Cochinillo Asado

A classic roast suckling pig, typically cooked in a clay oven until tender with crispy skin. Often served in Segovia, it’s a beloved celebratory dish. 1)

Lechazo Asado

Roast lamb prepared in a wood-fired oven, seasoned with just salt and lard. This simple preparation highlights the natural flavors of local lamb. 2)

Hornazo

A stuffed meat pie filled with chorizo, pork loin, and hard-boiled eggs. It’s especially popular around Easter in Salamanca. 3)

Botillo del Bierzo

A flavorful meat and sausage stew made with pork ribs, chorizo, and spices. Originating from the Bierzo region, it’s a hearty winter dish. 4)

Morcilla de Burgos

A type of blood sausage mixed with rice, onions, and spices. Known for its unique flavor and slightly grainy texture, it's often grilled or used in stews. 5)

Judiones de la Granja

A stew made with large white beans from La Granja, often cooked with chorizo, blood sausage, and pork belly. This filling dish is popular in Segovia. 6)

Cecina de León

A smoked, air-dried beef with a rich, slightly salty flavor, similar to Italian bresaola. Often served thinly sliced as a tapa or starter. 7)

Sopa Castellana

A traditional Castilian garlic soup made with stale bread, garlic, paprika, and egg. It's often topped with ham and served hot as a comforting starter. 8)

Chuletón de Ávila

A large, bone-in rib steak from Ávila, known for its tenderness and flavor. Typically grilled and simply seasoned to let the beef shine. 9)

Empanada Zamorana

A savory pastry from Zamora filled with pork, chorizo, and paprika. It’s popular at family gatherings and local festivals. 10)

Alubias de La Bañeza-León

A slow-cooked bean stew using red kidney beans from La Bañeza, often prepared with chorizo, pork or blood sausage for a warming meal. 11)

Patatas Revolconas

Mashed potatoes with paprika, garlic, and bacon. This comforting dish is commonly served as a tapa, especially in Avila. 12)

Lentejas de Tierra de Campos

A lentil stew from Tierra de Campos, usually cooked with chorizo, carrots, and garlic. This dish highlights the region’s renowned lentils. 13)

Torta del Casar

A soft, creamy sheep’s milk cheese with a strong, earthy flavor, traditionally eaten by scooping out the center. It's a regional specialty often served with bread. 14)

Ponche Segoviano

A layered cake with marzipan and custard, topped with caramelized sugar. It’s a sweet treat from Segovia, often enjoyed with coffee or as a dessert. 15)

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