Celtiberian Recipes to Make at Home
Cereal Porridge with Honey and Nuts
Ingredients
100 g wheat or barley flour
500 ml water or milk
2 tablespoons honey
Walnuts or almonds
A pinch of salt
Method
Heat the water or milk in a saucepan.
Gradually add the flour, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Cook over a low heat until the mixture thickens.
Add the honey and stir well to combine.
Serve topped with walnuts or almonds.
A simple and nourishing dish inspired by the traditional foods that formed part of the Celtiberian diet.
Legume Stew with Wild Greens
Ingredients
250 g lentils or chickpeas
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
1 carrot
Green leafy vegetables (chard or spinach)
Olive oil
Salt
Water
Method
If using chickpeas, soak them overnight.
In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in a little olive oil.
Add the legumes and the carrot, cut into pieces.
Cover with water and cook over medium heat until the legumes are tender.
Add the green leaves towards the end of the cooking time.
Season with salt to taste and leave to rest for a few minutes before serving.
A wholesome and comforting dish inspired by the simple ingredients and flavours that were common in Celtiberian cooking.
Honey-Roasted Chicken with Herbs
Honey-Roasted Chicken with Herbs
Ingredients
1 chicken, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves
Olive oil
Rosemary or thyme
Salt
A small amount of water
Method
Place the chicken pieces in a baking tray.
Mix the honey, olive oil, chopped garlic, and herbs in a bowl.
Brush the chicken thoroughly with the mixture.
Add a little water to the base of the tray to keep the chicken moist during cooking.
Roast in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45–60 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through cooking.
Serve hot with bread or seasonal vegetables.
A simple dish inspired by the flavours and ingredients that would have been familiar to the peoples of ancient Celtiberia.
Fresh Cheese with Honey and Berries
Fresh Cheese with Honey, Berries and Nuts
Ingredients
200 g fresh cheese or cottage cheese
2 tablespoons honey
Mixed berries (blackberries, blueberries, or similar)
A handful of walnuts or hazelnuts
Method
Place the fresh cheese in a bowl or serving dish.
Scatter the berries over the top.
Add the chopped nuts.
Drizzle with honey to taste.
Serve as a dessert or a light snack.
A simple and delicious recipe inspired by the natural ingredients that would have been available to the Celtiberian peoples, combining dairy products, honey, fruits, and nuts in a wholesome and flavourful dish.
