Fried Calçot Fritters (Croquetas de Calçots)
Four golden, crispy croquettes filled with calçots, each topped with a dollop of romesco sauce.
Can Gallina Gastrobar - Granollers
The tapas dictionary
- Calcots
- Calcots are a type of green onion, a variety of scallion, traditionally grown in the Catalan region of Spain. They are typically grilled over open flames, often during large gatherings, and eaten by hand dipped in romesco sauce. Their season is winter.
- Croquette
- A croquette is a fried fritter, typically made with a béchamel sauce and finely chopped ingredients such as ham, chicken, or cod. It is usually served as a tapa or appetizer, often with a drink. Its origins trace back to France, but it has become extremely popular in Spain.
