Albanchez de Mágina
Gachas (Savoury Flour Porridge)
Flour, Tomato, Potato, Green pepper, Dried pepper, Paprika, Water, Salt, Extra virgin olive oil PDO Sierra Mágina
Preparation
Gachas is a traditional dish from Albanchez de Mágina, especially associated with winter and cold spells. It is a thick, creamy preparation based on toasted flour, potatoes, vegetables and paprika, resulting in an energising, humble, flavour-packed dish. Its preparation begins with a sofrito of potatoes, green peppers, dried peppers and tomato, cooked slowly in extra virgin olive oil with PDO Sierra Mágina. Paprika and flour are then added, toasting the flour before incorporating water, achieving the characteristic texture of traditional gachas. A simple, hearty dish reflecting Albanchez de Mágina's age-old cuisine, tied to resourcefulness, local produce and recipes passed down within families.
