Andalusian Saltwater Fish Dishes

Espetos is a Spanish tradition of grilling sardines, dating back to the late 19th century, when fishermen skewered and grilled surplus fish in small boats on the sand. The modern method usually involves placing 6 sardines on a skewer, seasoning th... READ MORE

Boquerones fritos is a traditional fish dish originating from Andalusia. The dish consists of deep-fried anchovies and it's usually made with a combination of fresh anchovies, olive oil, flour, and salt. The cleaned anchovies are sprinkled with sa... READ MORE

Atún mechado is a traditional dish originating from Málaga. It’s made with a combination of tuna, bacon, peppercorns, garlic, flour, olive oil, onions, carrots, cloves, bay leaves, parsley, and either sherry or white wine. The ... READ MORE

Caldillo de perro (lit. dog soup) is a traditional Andalusian soup originating from El Puerto de Santa María. The soup is usually made with a combination of fresh hake, olive oil, onions, Seville oranges, garlic, and stale bread. The garlic... READ MORE