Spanish Jamón Ibérico – Cured Ham Delight Jamón Ibérico is a premium dry-cured ham from Spain, celebrated for its rich, nutty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Often enjoyed thinly sliced as tapas or with crusty bread. Ingredients (Serves as appetizer): • Thin slices of Jamón Ibérico (store-bought or specialty shop) • Crusty bread or toasted baguette slices • Olive oil • Optional: Manchego cheese, fresh figs or melon slices Serving Tips: 1. Serve thin slices of Jamón Ibérico at room temperature for best flavor. 2. Accompany with crusty bread drizzled with olive oil. 3. Pair with Manchego cheese or sweet fruits like figs or melon for contrast. Spanish Tip: Jamón Ibérico is best savored slowly to appreciate its complex flavor.

Sizzling Shrimp Delight: Gambas al Ajillo! Ingredients: - 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced - 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined - 1/2 cup olive oil - 1-2 dried red chili peppers (adjust for spice level) - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped - Salt to taste - Lemon wedges for serving Preparation Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 8 mins | Total Time: 18 mins Nutritional Info: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 Let’s get cooking! First, grab a large skillet and pour in the olive oil. Heat it up over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the sliced garlic and dried chili peppers. Sauté them for about 1-2 minutes, stirring until the garlic turns a beautiful golden brown. Now, it’s time to add the star of the show: the shrimp! Raise the heat to medium-high and place the shrimp in the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Season the shrimp with salt to taste, then sprinkle in the freshly chopped parsley for that vibrant touch. Take the skillet off the heat and serve your Gambas al Ajillo immediately with zesty lemon wedges on the side. For a delightful experience, pair this dish with crusty bread for dipping or enjoy alongside a refreshing salad. #tapas #seafood #gambasalajillo