Atascaburras Murciano and 5 curiosities

Hello beautiful people! Welcome back to Paulina Cocina! Today we have a recipe with a pretty funny name: Atascaburras!! Did you already know it? It is a typical dish from the region of Murcia, in the south of Spain, which we can also call, arriero garlicor simply potatoes with cod, or potatoes with cod. But it’s much more fun to call it a jam, isn’t it?

In this new installment we are going to learn what exactly this very dish is. traditional murcianwhat does it mean its name and why it is called that; which is the origen of the atascaburras recipe and the step by step to make it at home and enjoy this delicacy with history.

About the La Mancha traffic jam

He traffic jam It is much more than a traditional dish, since it is closely linked to the history of Murcian roots. It is a rustic and humble recipe that is made with desalted cod and potatoes (potatoes), which has been passed down from generation to generation.

Although it may sound a bit peculiar, its name comes precisely from its ability to “jam” or fill the stomach, being a substantial and satisfying dish.

Its origin

The history and the origin of the jam It has its roots in rural Murcian cuisine, like much of local cuisine, where this dish emerged as an ingenious solution to take advantage of simple and local ingredients.

Farmers and fishermen in the region sought to create hearty dishes that would keep them satisfied during long days of work. Thus, this dish or the Murciana Saladamong other representative dishes of the region.

What does the traffic jam carry?

Among the fundamental ingredients it contains are potatoes, which produce satiety, and cod, which gives it a salty and distinctive touch. The mixture of these ingredients with olive oil and garlic creates a symphony of flavors that embodies the essence of Murcian cuisine.

The combination may vary slightly depending on family tradition, although it always maintains the rustic essence that characterizes it.

Be careful, it is not a plate of Potatoes With Cod or one cod brandybecause although it shares certain characteristics with these dishes, the traffic jam murcian It has the peculiarity that the ingredients are integrated as if it were a puree, with an incredible result.

The meaning of the Murcian atascaburras

He jam dish It is more than a recipe: it is a link with the history and traditions of Murcia. Its name may sound curious, but it reflects its original purpose, which is to fill the stomach and provide long-lasting energy.

In a deeper sense, the atascaburras murcia It is a symbol of culinary creativity that arises from the need and passion for authentic food. Every bite is a journey through time, a connection to the past generations who created and enjoyed it.

5 tips to prepare this recipe

1. Ingredient selection: Choosing quality potatoes and fresh or previously desalted cod guarantees a good flavor to the dish.
2. Cooking time: The potatoes are cooked with their skin on, until they are tender but not falling apart. This ensures the proper texture in the final dish.
3. Cod desalting: If you choose to use salted cod, it is very important to desalt it before using it in the recipe to avoid excess salt. To do this, put the cod in a container with cold water for 24 or 48 hours, changing the water every 6 hours.
4. Balance of flavors: Adjust the amount of garlic, olive oil and seasonings according to personal preferences, seeking a balance of flavors and playing with combinations. You can add paprika, cumin or a touch of spice to give it flavor.
5. Lastly, the issue of digestion! And it is that he traffic jam it is a plate “filling”, so it is best to eat it leaving enough time to digest it properly. I’ll give you that information, you pay attention.

How to decorate your La Mancha atascaburras

At the time of learning how to make jams, we will find a very simple preparation. This delicacy is made from basic ingredients such as potatoes, cod, olive oil, garlic and eggs hard

The potatoes are cooked until they reach a soft texture and mixed with the previously desalted cod. Once unified, the olive oil and garliccreating a creamy and delicious mixture.

Finally it is decorated, optionally we do it with boiled eggs. But there are also other ways to decorate your jams. I leave you 8 ideas:

1. Roasted red peppers: A very nice way to decorate your dish is to roast some red peppers and cut them into thin strips to decorate on top.
2. Olives: Some black or green olives can give a salty touch and a very nice color contrast to the dish.
3. Fresh parsley: A little chopped parsley will not only add color but also aroma to the dish.
4. Toasted almonds: Instead of walnuts, or in addition, you can sprinkle chopped toasted almonds. These will provide their perfect crunchy touch.
5. Roasted garlic slices: Here we go to another level of things, listen to me, you can lightly toast thin slices of garlic in olive oil until they are golden and crispy, and use them to decorate #trick.
6. Cod pieces: If you reserve some pieces of desalted cod, you can use them to decorate. You would only have to brown them lightly in a pan with a little oil and that’s it.
7. Peppers: A light sprinkle of paprika works really well!
8. Extra virgin olive oil: Obviously, a final drizzle of a good extra virgin olive oil on top will give it a beautiful finish.

The result is a dish that surprises with its authentic flavor and traditional touch.

Now, what he calls us to do! I’ll leave you with the recipe and then you tell me.

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Murcian atascaburras recipe

Yield: 4 portions

Preparation time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 500 g potatoes
• 300 g desalted and chopped cod
• 100 ml olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hard boiled eggs
• Parsley to decorate

How to make jams step by step

1. Cook the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and wait a little for them to cool before peeling them. Reserve.
2. In a pan with olive oil, add the chopped garlic and cook until golden. Add the cod to the pan and cook for a few minutes until combined with the garlic.
3. In a bowl, mix the cooked potatoes with the contents of the pan. Mash everything lightly to combine the flavors. Season with paprika, salt and pepper.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley and the hard-boiled eggs cut into quarters on top. Serve with bread or toast. Enjoy!