Pintxos are snacks commonly consumed in Spain, particularly in the Catalan and Basque regions, where they are also known as pinchos. While similar to tapas and canapes in principle, they often have a more complex structure. Unlike tapas, they use baguette bread instead of flatbread, and compared to canapes, the ingredients on top are more intricate. Pintxos are a popular snack in Spain, and can be found in many bars.
What are the ingredients of Pintxos?
The ingredients commonly found in Pintxos include:
- Seafood, primarily fish
- Gourmet cheeses
- Sausages (ground meat and spices)
- Pickles
- Green olives
Spain, being a country on the coast of the ocean, often takes advantage of this situation when making pintxos. This allows many types of seafood, especially fish, to find their place in these snacks. There are even bars that are opened solely for the purpose of serving pintxos. The Spanish people gather in these bars to chat, have drinks, and enjoy delicious pintxos.