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Migas

Spain

Migas began as resourceful shepherd's food, a way to use up stale bread on long days in the field, and has since become a cherished dish across rural Spain.

A rustic Spanish dish of fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, paprika and chorizo until crisp — humble shepherd's fare turned into a beloved regional classic.

Authentic Spain Migas recipe
Prep
15 mins plus soaking
Cook
20 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
510 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

300gstale bread, torn into small pieces
150gchorizo, sliced
4garlic cloves, sliced
1 tspsmoked paprika
4eggs, fried (to serve)
100mlolive oil

Method

1

Lightly dampen the torn bread with water and leave to sit for 20 minutes.

2

Fry chorizo and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.

3

Add the bread and paprika, frying and tossing frequently until crisp and golden throughout.

4

Serve hot, topped with a fried egg.

Chef's Tip

Tearing rather than cutting the bread gives migas its characteristic rough, craggy texture that crisps up beautifully.

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