Migas

Migas is a traditional, ancient dish in Spanish and Portuguese cuisine. At its base, it is made from softened bread cooked in fat. Its name, migas, is literally translated to crumbs, referring to its key ingredient - breadcrumbs. In Spain, the ingredients vary from region to region. Generally, the dish consists of water-soaked bread, garlic, paprika, and olive oil. Regional varieties include ingredients such as spinach, chorizo, and bacon. It is usually served as an appetizer before the main meal. In Portugal, migas is made with wheat or corn bread crumbs, garlic, and olive oil. Regional varieties of the dish include ingredients such as asparagus, tomatoes, coriander, kale, beans, or rice, and it is served as a side dish to numerous meat-based main dishes. Although migas is a highly caloric meal, it is often praised as great winter food that is extremely flavorful and easy to prepare.