Squid sandwich facts for kids
Squid sandwich
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| Place of origin | Madrid, Spain |
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| Main ingredients | Bread, fried squid |
A squid sandwich is a special food from Spain. In Spanish, it's called bocadillo de calamares. It's made with squid that has been covered in flour and fried in oil, usually olive oil.
This tasty sandwich is often served hot and fresh. You can find it in many places across Spain. It's especially popular in Madrid, the capital city. Many bars in Madrid, especially around the Plaza Mayor, serve this sandwich.
Sometimes, people add a spicy sauce to the sandwich. This sauce is made with tomato sauce, mayonnaise, and garlic. It's similar to the sauce used for patatas bravas, which are spicy potatoes. In Zaragoza, another city in Spain, the spicy version is very traditional. It's called bocadillo de calamares bravos, meaning "spicy squid sandwich."
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How Squid Sandwiches Are Made
To make a squid sandwich, the squid is usually cut into rings about one centimeter thick. These rings are then coated with flour and a little baking powder. After this, they are fried in hot oil until they turn golden brown.
The bread used for the sandwich is usually a baguette. It's cut open on one side to make a pocket for the squid. Traditionally, the bread might have had some fried breadcrumbs inside. Today, many places use fresh baguettes, often baked from frozen dough.
How to Enjoy Your Sandwich
People often add a squeeze of lemon juice to the fried squid for extra flavor. Mayonnaise is also a common topping. The sandwich is usually served with a very cold drink.
The fried squid is placed inside the bread, which is opened only on one side. This makes it easy to hold and eat.
Different Kinds of Squid Sandwiches
There are different versions of the squid sandwich. In northern Spain, you might find the bocadillo de rabas, which means "fried squid ring sandwich." This version is popular in places like Cantabria and the Basque Country. It's made in a similar way to the Madrid version.
In Madrid, there are even special "Squid Sandwich Routes" (Rutas del Bocadillo de Calamares). These routes help you discover different ways this delicious sandwich is made and served.
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See also
In Spanish: Bocadillo de calamares para niños
