EVOOs made from olives of the Arbequina, Hojiblanca and even Picual varieties are the best for confiting the potatoes and setting the tortilla

Juicy or well-set potato tortilla? With or without onion? These are the two questions that have historically hovered over the idea of the perfect Spanish tortilla. Most likely, there will never be a consensus.

There is also no certainty about the origin of this quintessentially Spanish dish. Some date its origin to 1817 and link its authorship to General Tomás de Zumalacárregui, the military man who devised it to feed his hungry army, suffering from scarce food supplies at the time.

But setting tastes and historical references aside, what you absolutely need to make a potato tortilla worthy of a Michelin star is a good extra virgin olive oil, like those from Almazaras de la Subbética. That said, choose a mild or medium-intensity, well-balanced EVOO so its flavor doesn’t overpower the potato, which should be Monalisa, Kennebeck, or Agria varieties.

And… a real chef’s trick! Don’t fry the potatoes—confit them in extra virgin olive oil. Unlike traditional frying, confiting means cooking them in EVOO at a low temperature—between 60º and 90º—without reaching a fry and without the oil bubbling. The result is a tender, silky potato that perfectly absorbs the EVOO’s organoleptic nuances.

So choose a great oil and get to work. You can start with Almazaras de la Subbética Gastronomy, known for its perfect balance of sweetness, bitterness, and pungency, making it suitable both for raw use and for hot preparations.

You can also enjoy one of our gems, Almazaras de la Subbética PDO Lucena, a great olive oil from the Hojiblanca variety, characteristic of the area, and highly versatile in the kitchen across different temperature ranges.

Likewise, Almazaras de la Subbética PDO Priego de Córdoba is a magnificent option both for raw use and for cooking. We make it from a balanced combination of Picuda, Picual, and Hojiblanca olives, making it an excellent ally for both gourmet frying and your everyday recipes.

Drop by our online store and find the perfect EVOO to make the potato tortilla of your life!

And if you still feel like showing off your chef skills, try a good homemade mayonnaise to accompany the tortilla and give it an extra touch of juiciness, or a light salmorejo to add freshness to the dish. Best of all? Besides being delicious, both preparations will let you add your favorite Almazaras de la Subbética oil.

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Health, flavour, and culture on the table. There is a perfect oil to provide personality and nuances to each of your creations. Take note and succeed with the art of pairing!

Do you already have the menu with which to triumph this Christmas with your family and friends? What if we told you that you can elevate every gastronomic experience with just one ingredient? EVOO is the ideal complement to highlight the nuances of each food and provide your creations with a unique personality.

At Almazaras de la Subbética we have a perfect oil for every occasion. From the appetiser to the dessert. Furthermore, using EVOO as the common thread of the menu is a tribute to the cultural identity and tradition of a territory, without forgetting the nutritional properties that its consumption provides.

How about starting your Christmas dinner or lunch with ever-appetising toasts or an elegant salad? Rincón de la Subbética is an organic extra virgin olive oil, made exclusively with olives of the Hojiblanca variety, perfect for giving a touch of freshness. However, it also goes wonderfully with tomato-based dishes such as a Cordoban salmorejo, gazpacho, or tomato sauce for your favourite lasagne recipe.

Another of the jewels of Almazaras de la Subbética is Parqueoliva Serie Oro, a balanced oil – based on Picuda and Hojiblanca – with a medium intensity spiciness that can round off a good dish based on salmon, trout, mackerel, or any oily fish, whether baked, pickled, or grilled.

More complex, yet tremendously elegant, silky, and enveloping, is Almaoliva Arbequino. It pairs perfectly with white fish (hake, turbot, monkfish, or cod), chicken, salads, or more delicate vegetables. It distils aromas of grass, chamomile, banana, and citrus, capturing the best of the Arbequina variety.

Among the ranks of organic EVOO, Almaoliva Bio is incredibly versatile. A few drops of this coupage of Picudo, Picual, and Hojiblanca will ensure your guests never forget that homemade mayonnaise, which is truly addictive for its originality, balance, and delicacy.

A surprising finale

However, we still have an ace up our sleeve to surprise you. Parqueoliva Sweet Quince Vinegar is a singular vinegar, made from the common quince or Zagrilla variety, native to the Sierras of the Subbética in Córdoba. It is the original and different touch, bittersweet and with floral traces, to add to cocktails, ice creams, or winter fruit salads.

It works especially well in vinaigrettes with a mild EVOO to dress bitter leaf salads, based on endive or escarole, or those containing pomegranate, walnuts, or goat’s cheese. It also breaks the natural astringency of artichokes and enhances the caramelisation of roasted sweet potatoes, the Christmas side dish par excellence.

It is a surprising and delicious ingredient in sauce reductions that accompany roasted meats such as lamb, Iberian pork, turkey, capon, or duck.

In mild pickling (escabeches) it provides a bold and surprising touch, mixed with another mild vinegar such as apple cider vinegar.

So, get to work, reinterpret that dish you have mastered, and elevate it to a work of art thanks to any of the EVOOs from the Almazaras de la Subbética online shop. Show that pairings with liquid gold hold no secrets for you and prove yourself as the best host this Christmas.

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6 spring recipes with EVOO: original ideas to add flavor to gatherings with your loved ones

 

Spring recipes with extra virgin olive oil to surprise your guests with easy, tasty, and healthy dishes.

 

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Christmas Menu with EVOO

Snacks: San Nicasio Crisps with homemade alioli

Our exclusive San Nicasio crisps are the perfect base for this delicious Christmas appetiser. Slow-cooked with non-GMO Spanish potatoes, Himalayan pink salt, and the finest D.O.P Priego de Córdoba EVOO, these crisps stand out for their unique flavour and extra-crunchy texture.

Serve them with a homemade alioli prepared with our Parqueoliva Serie Oro. The result is a contrast of flavours and textures that elevates this simple snack to a gourmet experience, ideal for sharing with family or friends during the festivities.

Starter: Avocado, pomegranate, and walnut salad with an EVOO vinaigrette

A fresh and vibrant salad, where the avocado provides healthy fats, the pomegranate offers antioxidants, and the walnuts add omega-3 fatty acids. The final touch is an EVOO vinaigrette with a hint of honey, which balances the acidity and provides a mild, delicious flavour.

Or add our delicious Parqueoliva Quince Vinegar! It’s ideal for combining with these ingredients, as it adds a unique sweet and aromatic touch. This salad is not only healthy, but it’s also a feast of textures and colours.

First course: Pumpkin and carrot soup with a touch of extra virgin olive oil

This soup is a comforting classic of the Christmas season. Pumpkin and carrot, traditional ingredients for this time of year, are slow-cooked with vegetable broth and blended to a smooth texture.

The EVOO is added at the end to give it extra creaminess, highlighting the sweet, natural flavour of the vegetables. Furthermore, its richness in antioxidants, such as polyphenols, enhances the anti-inflammatory properties of the dish. We recommend our Almaoliva Bio, an organic EVOO that brings the purest flavour of the olive grove directly to your dishes.

Second course: Roast turkey with herbs and extra virgin olive oil

A Christmas classic, but to make it truly healthy, the ideal is to prepare it with ingredients that maximise its flavour without adding unnecessary saturated fats.

Extra virgin olive oil is perfect for this, as instead of butter or refined oils, it provides healthy fats that help to keep the turkey juicy and tender, while also enhancing its flavour.

For the dressing, use a mixture of EVOO, fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and garlic, which infuse the turkey with a delicious aromatic flavour. Furthermore, the EVOO also helps to seal in the turkey’s juices, making it a tender and tasty dish. Try our premium EVOOs: Rincón de la Subbética, the most award-winning extra virgin olive oil in the history of Spain, or our Parqueoliva Serie Oro, both ideal for pairing with meats to enhance their flavour.

Dessert: Dark chocolate mousse with extra virgin olive oil and orange

A delicious and healthy dessert, where dark chocolate is melted with EVOO to give it a silky texture and a more intense flavour. The touch of orange, added as both zest and juice, provides freshness and an ideal contrast to the cocoa.

This mousse is light, full of antioxidants and, thanks to the EVOO, provides healthy fats that improve the lipid profile. Try our Almaoliva Arbequino, ideal for your desserts, providing depth and balance thanks to its mild and fruity profile.

Oleo Latte: The crowning glory of your Christmas menu

As well as replenishing your energy, you’ll enjoy a novel and unparalleled gastronomic experience, a journey for your senses with which to surprise your guests. Our best EVOO to infuse with milk and mix with coffee or tea. It’s sure to impress everyone!

With a Christmas Menu like this, you will enjoy a delicious meal, fusing tradition and gastronomic innovation, offering incredibly tasty and delicious dishes, while at the same time providing your loved ones with a true banquet of flavour and health. Are you tempted?

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Fíjate en estos tips para un AOVE de máxima calidad.

Y, antes de continuar, por supuesto, fíjate bien en el apartado ‘Categoría’. Esta ha de ser ‘Virgen Extra’, que es el aceite de oliva de mayor calidad y pureza, obtenido directamente de las aceitunas mediante procedimientos mecánicos y sin tratamientos químicos ni térmicos. ¡Como el de Almazaras de la Subbética! 

Ahora, sí, vamos a dirigir nuestra mirada a la Tabla Nutricional de nuestro AOVE. Te detallamos aquellos puntos clave que te ayudarán a interpretarla de forma sencilla y fácil:

1. Porciones y cantidad de consumo recomendada: es el primer dato que hemos de revisar, su porción, puesto que todos los valores que se muestran están basados en esa cantidad. El valor energético se mide, generalmente, por cada 100 ml, expresado tanto en kilojulios (KJ) y en kilocalorías (kcal), siendo este último el que más entendemos. Pero, en el caso del aceite de oliva virgen extra, generalmente se considera una porción estándar de 15 ml, lo que equivale a una cucharada sopera. Es fundamental tener en cuenta este dato para no confundirnos, ya que, si consumimos más de una porción, también estaremos ingiriendo más calorías y nutrientes.

2. Calorías: sí, nuestro AOVE es un alimento calórico, por lo que, aunque es un alimento saludable, su consumo en exceso puede contribuir a un aumento de peso si no lo consumimos con moderación. Pero, atención a esto: las calorías son el resultado de sumar la energía que aportan los tres nutrientes más importantes, que son las grasas, las proteínas y los hidratos. Así, pues, no debemos valorar el AOVE como alimento de forma aislada por estas. De hecho, a igual número de calorías, dos alimentos pueden ser muy distintos: uno de ellos podría ser rico en azúcares, y el otro de origen integral. Por ello, fíjate en qué se componen sus grasas.

3. Grasas totales: nuestro AOVE es reconocido por ser rico en grasas saludables, lo que lo convierte en un ingrediente valioso en la dieta. Las grasas totales indicadas en la tabla pueden parecer altas, pero ¡ojo! No todas las grasas son iguales, y aquí entra en juego lo siguiente:

• • • Grasas saludables: monoinsaturadas y poliinsaturadas. El AOVE destaca por su alto contenido en grasas monoinsaturadas, principalmente el ácido oleico, que es beneficiosa para la salud cardiovascular, puesto que ayuda a reducir los niveles de colesterol LDL (el “malo”) y aumenta el colesterol HDL (el “bueno”). En la tabla nutricional, verás que más del 70% corresponde a estas grasas saludables.
    • Grasas no saludables: saturadas. Aquellas que pueden aumentar el colesterol LDL y, por tanto, el riesgo de enfermedades cardiovasculares. Sin embargo, el AOVE tiene un bajo contenido en grasas saturadas en comparación con otros aceites o grasas.

4. Sodio, carbohidratos y proteínas: ¿los ves en la tabla nutricional? Sus valores son prácticamente nulos. Y es que el AOVE es prácticamente puro en grasas, sin otros nutrientes como proteínas o carbohidratos. Esto también lo convierte en un alimento adecuado para dietas bajas en carbohidratos o sin sodio.

5. Vitaminas y antioxidantes: nuestro AOVE es una fuente de vitamina E y antioxidantes naturales, tales como son los polifenoles. Estos compuestos tienen propiedades antiinflamatorias y ayudan a proteger las células del daño oxidativo. Si bien no es común ver estos datos en la tabla, es un aspecto importante a considerar cuando elegimos el aceite de oliva virgen extra como parte de nuestra dieta, ¿no crees?

Y un tip final: échale un vistazo general a la tabla nutricional. ¿Sabías que todos los ingredientes de un producto se ordenan por peso? Esto quiere decir, pues, que de lo que más contiene nuestro alimento ha de aparecer en primera posición. En el caso del aceite de oliva virgen extra solo debe aparecer un único ingrediente: el zumo de aceituna, el aceite de oliva virgen extra. NO se puede etiquetar con la denominación ‘ACEITE DE OLIVA VIRGEN EXTRA’ si el producto incluye algún otro ingrediente adicional.

Ahora sí, ya puedes adquirir tu AOVE de la más alta calidad con la certeza de que sabes lo que estás comprando. Ya has podido comprobar que leer la tabla nutricional del aceite de oliva virgen extra es más sencillo de lo que parece. Ahora que la entiendes, podrás aprovechar mejor sus beneficios. El enfoque debe estar en moderar su consumo por su alto contenido calórico y grasas, pero sin temer a las grasas monoinsaturadas, que son las que aportan la mayoría de sus efectos positivos sobre la salud.

¡No lo olvides! Al utilizar el AOVE en nuestras comidas, estamos añadiendo un ingrediente clave en una dieta saludable.

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We have already introduced it to you , and you have seen us take it to every corner of the planet where we set up an Almazaras de la Subbética stand, winning the admiration of everyone who has come to try a sip of this delicacy. It is an exclusive EVOO, obtained from a selection of our best oils, for its aroma, unique flavour, and its perfect integration with coffee and tea .

Ricardo Vélez, also prestigiously recognised as the ‘Cocoa Chef’, was responsible for directing and supervising our innovative product, setting the guidelines that will lead you to immerse yourself in an original barista gastronomic experience. A ‘Set Barista Experience’ that offers you all the necessary tools to prepare your own ‘Oleo Latte’ by emulsifying our EVOO with milk or a plant-based drink, and then with coffee or tea. A festival for your five senses! An emulsifier, a measuring spoon, and the bottle with the special extra virgin olive oil for emulsifying… And now we want to go a step further and give you ideas on different ways to enjoy it. Take note!

Suggestions to delight your five senses

And since at Almazaras de la Subbética we can’t stop creating and seeking your delight, today we want to give you the steps to follow to discover the versatility of Oleo Latte.

1.- The classic ‘Oleo Latte’. Put a spoonful of Oleo Latte EVOO in a jug. Add 100ml of milk or a plant-based drink, either hot or cold. Emulsify the contents for about 30/40 seconds, or until you get a creamy texture. Then pour the emulsified milk with Oleo Latte into a cup of coffee or tea. A unique gourmet experience awaits you!

2. ‘Cappuccino Oleo Latte’. Less coffee than the previous combination, aiming to get more foam in our mixture. Again, we pour 100ml of milk or a plant-based drink into a container. Next, we add a spoonful of Oleo Latte. We continue by emulsifying the mixture for approximately 30 seconds, until the desired texture is obtained. We pour the contents into a cup with our coffee and… voilà!

3. ‘Chai Oleo Latte’. Chai… and we are transported to India with that fusion of tea and aromatic spices. Today, we add the EVOO experience. We then mix the three products: the milk or plant-based drink, the Chai itself, and the spoonful of our Oleo Latte. We proceed to emulsify it, ideally at a temperature between 60 and 65 degrees, until we get the desired creaminess and texture, enhancing all the aromas. We serve it in a container, preferably glass, sprinkle it with a little cocoa powder, and it’s ready to drink!

4. ‘Oleo Latte Infusion’. Do you prefer an infusion or tea, instead of coffee? Perfect too! Mix your milk or plant-based drink with a spoonful of our Oleo Latte EVOO, and emulsify following the steps above. Afterwards, pour the contents into your cup with the infusion or tea.

5. ‘Oleo Latte Frappé’. A spoonful of Oleo Latte in a glass, to which we will add the milk or plant-based drink and mix it with our emulsifier. Once the desired texture is obtained, we add the coffee and a large ice cube. Super appealing in summer! The Oleo Latte Frappé can also be prepared with instant coffee, the EVOO, milk or water, and ice; we blend it for approximately 40/50 seconds and it’s ready!!

As you can see, this is an extraordinary, novel and healthy product, but one that maintains the essence of the EVOOs from Almazaras de la Subbética and the values that guide us, promoting the tasting and enjoyment of our ancestral heritage.

Our Oleo Latte is an oil that evokes vegetable gardens brimming with produce, fruit trees with their green fruit, and the smell of freshly cut grass under the shade of a walnut tree. Nuances of apple, tomato plant, aromatic herbs, artichoke, green almond freshly picked from the tree… When tasted, our oil leaves a very pleasant spicy sensation that permeates the entire mouth, as if you were eating peppercorns. Floral, balanced, elegant, and with a lot of personality. In other words, pure poetry for your five senses.

Get your ‘Set Barista Experience’! And let us guide you. Do you have ideas on how to enjoy your Oleo Latte? Tell us about them!

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