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    Calçots are a variety of tender spring onion native to Catalonia and highly appreciated in Spanish gastronomy. Their season typically runs from late winter to early spring, and they are traditionally enjoyed during a calçotada, a festive culinary gathering where calçots are grilled over open flames, served with romesco sauce, and shared in a relaxed, social setting. They are cultivated by covering the base of the stalk with soil, allowing it to grow long, white, and tender. When grilled, calçots develop a soft texture and a naturally sweet, slightly smoky flavor.

    Calçots are cooked on the barbecue and eaten by hand, peeled on the spot and enjoyed in a single bite with romesco sauce. It is a true gastronomic celebration meant to be shared with friends. Since things can get a little messy, wearing a bib is part of the tradition.

    Calçots have a sweet and very mild flavor, similar to a young onion or the white part of a leek, but with a more tender and juicy texture. Grilling over open flames gives them a delicate smoky and toasted note that enhances their natural sweetness, without the sharpness of raw onion. When paired with romesco sauce, their clean, vegetal taste is perfectly balanced by the rich, savory intensity of the sauce.

    Los calçots son una variedad de cebolla tierna típica de Cataluña, muy valorada en la gastronomía española. Su temporada se extiende desde finales de invierno hasta principios de primavera y su consumo está ligado a la tradicional calçotada, una fiesta culinaria en la que se asan al fuego, se acompañan con salsa romesco y se disfrutan en grupo. Se cultivan enterrando la base del tallo para que crezcan largos, blancos y tiernos. Su textura es suave y su sabor es dulce y ligeramente ahumado cuando se asan.

    Los calçots se preparan a la barbacoa y se comen de un bocado, con las manos, pelándolos en el momento y acompañándolos con salsa romesco. Es un auténtico festival para disfrutar de manera desenfadada con amigos. Las probabilidades de mancharse son altas, por lo que se recomienda usar un babero.

    Los calçots tienen un sabor dulce y muy suave, parecido a una cebolla joven o a la parte blanca del puerro, pero con una textura más tierna y jugosa. Al asarlos sobre brasas, adquieren un ligero toque ahumado y tostado que potencia su dulzor natural, sin el picante fuerte de la cebolla cruda. Su sabor limpio y vegetal se realza aún más cuando se comen con salsa romesco, creando un equilibrio perfecto entre la suavidad del calçot y el sabor intenso de la salsa.


    How to Prepare Calçots test

    1. Cleaning

    Remove the outer, tougher layer of the calçots and trim off the roots. Avoid washing them excessively so they retain their natural texture.

    2. Grilling Over Hot Coals

    Place the calçots on a grill or directly over hot embers. Grill for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the outer skin is fully charred.

    3. Resting and Steaming

    Once grilled, wrap the calçots in newspaper or aluminum foil. This allows them to “steam,” making the charred skin easy to remove. Let them rest for 5–10 minutes.


    How to Eat Calçots: The Traditional Way

    Eating calçots is a fun and social experience. To enjoy them the authentic way:

    1. Peel off the charred outer skin with your fingers to reveal the soft, white interior.
      Hold the calçot by the green tops with one hand, keeping the outer charred layers loose.

    2. With the other hand, gently hold the bottom of the calçot and pull downward, allowing the tender inner layers to slide free.

    3. Dip the white part generously in romesco sauce, making sure it is well coated.

    4. Eat in one bite, pulling away the green part as the calçot slips easily into your mouth.


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