Recipes from Spain

Cooking this selection

These Spanish entries cover rice, a chilled soup, potato tortilla and octopus. Paella needs a broad pan and an even distribution of rice; gazpacho texture can be adjusted through blending and straining. For tortilla, prepare potatoes first and follow the entry's guidance when deciding the egg's cooking point.

Planning the preparation

Choose ripe gazpacho ingredients and chill before serving rather than relying on ice that changes proportions. With octopus, check tenderness in the thick section and slice after cooking. Read each recipe before planning the meal: chilled soup can be made earlier, while rice needs attention near serving time.

Recipes to start with

• Valencian paella
• Andalusian gazpacho
• Galician-style octopus