Basque Pintxos Recipe
You don’t have to throw a dinner party; you can throw a pintxos party! It’s 'come over for cocktails and snacks,' and we’re here to remind you this is completely acceptable. Start out the night the Basque way with pinxtos.
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Ingredients
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Pintxos Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
- 2
Cook the Chorizo
In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo slices and cook until they are browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 3
Prepare the Anchovies
If using preserved anchovies, rinse them under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 4
Assemble the Pintxos
On each toasted baguette slice, layer a piece of chorizo, a slice of Manchego cheese, a piquillo pepper, and an olive. Secure with a toothpick.
- 5
Garnish
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mix it with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle this mixture over the assembled pintxos.
- 6
Serve
Arrange the pintxos on a serving platter and serve with extra olives and a glass of your favorite cocktail.
