A simple yet delicious dish made from zucchini, onions, and eggs sautéed in olive oil. It’s a classic Murcian tapa, highlighting the region's love for fresh vegetables. ¹⁾

A rich rice dish cooked with fish stock, often featuring locally caught fish like dorada or mullet, and served with alioli (garlic mayonnaise). ²⁾

A meat pie with a flaky puff pastry shell, filled with minced beef, chorizo, and hard-boiled eggs. It’s a must-try delicacy with a history dating back to the 18th century. ³⁾

A hearty stew made from broad beans, ham, chorizo, and paprika, simmered slowly to create a rich and smoky flavour. ⁴⁾

A traditional rabbit and rice dish, sometimes cooked with snails and flavoured with herbs like rosemary. It’s a countryside favourite in Murcia. ⁵⁾

A refreshing salad made with salted cod, tomatoes, olives, onions, and hard-boiled eggs, dressed with olive oil. It’s perfect for summer meals. ⁶⁾

A unique dessert where lemon tree leaves are coated in batter, fried, and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. The leaf isn’t eaten but imparts a lovely citrus aroma. ⁷⁾

Oven-baked artichokes stuffed with breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, and olive oil. Murcia’s artichokes are famous for their quality and flavour. ⁸⁾

A quirky dish of baked eggs in a potato “nest”, often garnished with chorizo or jamón. It’s both fun to look at and delicious to eat. ⁹⁾

Sweet fritters made from chickpea flour and flavoured with anise or cinnamon. They’re a traditional treat during festive occasions. ¹⁰⁾

Murcian-style octopus cooked with potatoes, garlic, and sweet paprika. It’s a comforting and flavourful seafood dish. ¹¹⁾

A humble yet tasty dish of ripe tomatoes drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with salt, sometimes paired with bread and cheese. ¹²⁾

A traditional bread pudding made from stale bread, eggs, milk, sugar, and caramel. It’s a dessert that speaks to Murcia’s frugality and creativity. ¹³⁾

A festive stew featuring meatballs made from pork and breadcrumbs, cooked in a broth with chickpeas and vegetables. It’s especially popular during Christmas. ¹⁴⁾

A comforting noodle casserole with fish or seafood, saffron, and vegetables. This dish is a warm hug for your taste buds. ¹⁵⁾