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Galician Food and Wine
Galicians are extremely proud of their cuisine and with good reason. Galicia's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean makes it one of the best places to eat fresh seafood in the world.
Classic Galician dishes are served throughout Spain, the most popular being Pulpo á Feira (Galician Style Octopus). Below is a "Menu" of some of the more common dishes. There are too many to mention here (especially varieties of fish and seafood), but it's a start! To learn how to order food in Spain, see our Guide Book.
Advice for trying Galician food
"The number of different types of seafood in Galicia can be overwhelming, but is also exciting. Maybe you're ready to be adventurous and try Centolla (crab served whole....and I mean, whole, all the parts) on your first visit, but if not some of the more accessible dishes to start are: Chipirones (fried suid), Mussels, Clams, or any of the fish, which are usually prepared simply, with a side of boiled potato. Octopus might be a bit of an adventure, but it's a must try for a visit to Galicia." - Elliott
Pulpo á Feira (Galician style octopus)
FOOD
Raciones o Tapas
Rations or single plates to share, either as an appetizer or full meal.
Pimientos de Padrón
Padrón Peppers - Some are hot, and some are not.
These peppers are a classic summer dish. They get their name from the town of Padrón which is about an hour from Vigo. They are fried in sunflower oil and served with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt. You can eat them with your hands grabbing the stem, or with a fork.
Chipirones
Whole fried baby squid
Baby squids, lightly battered and fried. Watch out for the soft bone in the middle of the body.
Jamón
Ham
Jamón is one of the quinticential Spanish foods. There are various levels of Jamón, but the best is Jamón Iberico de Bellota.
Empanada
Galician pot-pie....more or less
A meat pie that can be made with almost any of the seafood and meats from Galicia including, Cod, Mussles, Tuna, and Pork.
Chinchos y Xoubas
Juvenile mackerel/sardines
Served whole and usually eaten with the hands on bread.
Pulpo á Feira
Galician style Octopus
The octopus is boiled whole. They cut into bite sized pieces and served on a wooden plate with olive oil, paprika and sea salt.
Croquetas
Croquettes
Tortilla
Spanish Omelette
This "Tortilla" has nothing to do with the Tortillas you're thinking of. It is a mix of egg, onion and potato cooked on the stove top. A staple in all of Spain.
Mariscos y Pescados
Seafood and Fish
Lubina
Sea Bass
Bogavante
Galician Lobster
Bacalao
Cod Fish
Rape
(pronounced - rapay)
Monkfish
Raia
Sting Ray
Vieras
Scallops
Rodaballo
Turbot Fish
Navajas
Razor Clams
Centolla
Spider Crab
Berberechos
Cockles
Mejillones
Mussles
Almejas
Clams
Buei
Literally translates to "Sea Ox"
Cigalas
Small lobsters
Percebes
Goose Barnacles. A delicacy and only served on special occasions.
Carnes
Meat
Churrasco
Short ribs
Ternera Gallega
Galician Veal
Zorza
Pork marinaded in Spanish paprika, garlic and white wine.
Pan, Queso y Postres
Bread, Cheese and Desserts
Pan Gallego
Galician Bread
Good seafood and in fact almost every meal in Galicia is accompanied with fresh bread.
Tarta de Santiago
Santiago cake
A delicious cake from the city of Santiago, made with almond flour.
Filloas
Galician crepes
Thin pancakes filled with pastry creme and topped with honey. More common in the winter months.
Bica
Galician coffee cake
Cake made with flour, eggs, sugar, cinnamon and sometimes butter.
Queso de Tetilla y Membrillo
Galician cheese and thick marmalade, eaten for breakfast or after a meal.
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Vinos y licores
Vino Blanco
White Wine
Albariño
The most well known white wine grape from Galicia. Albariño is a fresh, crisp, medium bodied white wine. The proximity of Galicia to the ocean gives it a touch of minerality, and of course it's perfect to drink with seafood.
Vino Tinto
Red Wine
Mencía
The most common red wine from Galicia. A strong full bodied red wine perfect for pairing with Churrasco. In the picture above it's being served in a "Cunca", the traditional Galician wine vessel.
Rioja
The most famous region in Spain for red wine. If you want to order a glass of red wine, it's common to simply ask for "un Rioja", rather than a specific wine.
Ribera del Duero
Spain's second most famous red wine region. You can order "un Ribera" the same way you would "un Rioja".
Cava
Sparkling white wine from Spain
Spain's answer to Champagne and sometimes made with Albariño.
Licores
Liqueurs/After dinner drinks
Licor Café
A traditional after dinner drink in Galicia. Liquor infused with coffee.
Aguardiente
In the past, often made at home, Aguardiente is a strong spirit, normally distilled from cane sugar.
Crema de Orujo
Aguardiente with cream and sometimes coffee.
¡BUEN PROVECHO! (Bon apetit)
If you want to explore more Galician seafood, here's link to a local provider and restaurateur