17 Spanish-Inspired Recipes to Try at Home

Move over, Italian—it’s time for Spanish cuisine to become a regular at the dinner table. Like its Mediterranean relative, Spain’s culinary repertoire includes fresh seafood, cured meats, veggies and tasty spices. (Hi, saffron!) With these 17 dishes, you’ll be OK skipping the pasta once in a while.

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CHEATER'S SKILLET Paella

The easiest way to impress your guests.

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Oven-Fried Spanish Croquettes

What could be better than fried meat and cheese balls?

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Shrimp in Garlic Sauce

The famed gambas al ajillo...on your table.

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Spanish Chicken and Rice

Everything’s better with saffron.

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Pan-Seared Tuna Steaks with Spanish Olives and Herbs

Let’s stop associating tuna with the canned stuff.

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Mini Spanish Tortilla with Zucchini

Dinner for one, please.

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Spicy Seitan Sofrito Bowls

Heat up a Wednesday night, thanks to Gena Hamshaw.

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Tarta de Santiago

Ready to give baking a whirl?

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Prawns and Clams with Spanish Fideos

Close your eyes and you’re on the coast of the Mediterranean.

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Spanish Chorizo Spaghetti Carbonara

Put a Spanish twist on an Italian favorite.

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15-Minute Gazpacho with Cucumber, Red Pepper and Basil

For dinner in a pinch.

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Chorizo French Bread with Manchego and Spicy Paprika Honey

Hello, summer picnic. (Thanks, Jesse Reilly for the inspo.)

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Pinchos Morunos Spanish Spice-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Your next cookout will reach new levels.

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Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers and Spanish Olives

Just pair with cava.

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Andouille Sausage Chicken and Rice

Need a quick dinner idea? Whip up this classic.

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Spanish Tortilla with Spinach

For breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Spanish Flan

Always save room for this sweet.

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