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A traditional Catalan dish made with potatoes and cabbage

Trinxat is a traditional dish from the Catalan region of Spain. It is a simple yet flavorful dish made primarily from potatoes and cabbage, often served as a side dish or a main course. The name "trinxat" comes from the Catalan word for "chopped" or "shredded," which describes the preparation method of the dish.

Ingredients[edit]

The basic ingredients for trinxat include:

Optional ingredients may include:

Preparation[edit]

To prepare trinxat, the potatoes and cabbage are first boiled until tender. Once cooked, they are drained and mashed together. In a separate pan, garlic is sautéed in olive oil until golden brown. The mashed potatoes and cabbage are then added to the pan and cooked until they form a crispy crust on the bottom. The mixture is seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.

For added flavor, some variations of trinxat include frying bacon or pancetta with the garlic before adding the potato and cabbage mixture. This adds a smoky flavor to the dish.

Serving[edit]

Trinxat is typically served hot, often as a side dish accompanying meat or fish. It can also be served as a main course, especially when enriched with additional ingredients like bacon or sausage.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Trinxat is a staple in Catalan cuisine and is often associated with the winter months, as it is a hearty and warming dish. It is commonly prepared during the Carnival season, particularly in the region of La Cerdanya, where it is a traditional dish for the "Dijous Gras" (Fat Thursday) celebrations.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Trinxat''' is a traditional dish from the [[Catalonia|Catalan]] regions of [[Cerdanya]] and [[Alt Urgell]], located in the [[Pyrenees]]. The name ''trinxat'' translates to "chopped" in English, which describes the preparation of the dish.
+{{short description|A traditional Catalan dish made with potatoes and cabbage}}
-== Ingredients and Preparation ==
+'''Trinxat''' is a traditional dish from the [[Catalonia|Catalan]] region of [[Spain]]. It is a simple yet flavorful dish made primarily from [[potato|potatoes]] and [[cabbage]], often served as a side dish or a main course. The name "trinxat" comes from the Catalan word for "chopped" or "shredded," which describes the preparation method of the dish.
-The main ingredients of Trinxat are [[potato|potatoes]], [[cabbage]], and [[bacon]]. The potatoes and cabbage are boiled together until they are soft. After boiling, they are mashed and mixed together. The bacon is then fried until it is crispy. The mashed potatoes and cabbage are added to the pan with the bacon and its fat, and the mixture is cooked until it forms a sort of pancake. The dish is typically served hot and is often accompanied by meats such as [[sausage]] or [[pork ribs]].
+==Ingredients==
+The basic ingredients for trinxat include:
+* [[Potato|Potatoes]]
+* [[Cabbage]]
+* [[Garlic]]
+* [[Olive oil]]
+* [[Salt]]
+* [[Pepper]]
-== Cultural Significance ==
+Optional ingredients may include:
+* [[Bacon]] or [[pancetta]]
+* [[Sausage]]
+* [[Onion|Onions]]
-Trinxat is a staple dish in the Catalan regions of Cerdanya and Alt Urgell, especially during the winter months. It is often served during the annual ''[[Festa del Trinxat]]'', a festival dedicated to this dish. The festival includes a cooking competition, where chefs from around the region compete to make the best Trinxat.
+==Preparation==
+[[File:Trinxat_1.jpg|thumb|right|A serving of trinxat]]
+To prepare trinxat, the potatoes and cabbage are first boiled until tender. Once cooked, they are drained and mashed together. In a separate pan, garlic is sautéed in olive oil until golden brown. The mashed potatoes and cabbage are then added to the pan and cooked until they form a crispy crust on the bottom. The mixture is seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
-== Variations ==
+For added flavor, some variations of trinxat include frying bacon or pancetta with the garlic before adding the potato and cabbage mixture. This adds a smoky flavor to the dish.
-While the traditional Trinxat recipe calls for potatoes, cabbage, and bacon, there are many variations of the dish. Some recipes substitute the bacon with other types of meat, such as [[chorizo]] or [[black pudding]]. Others add additional vegetables, such as [[leek|leeks]] or [[garlic]]. There is also a version of Trinxat that is made with [[cod]] instead of bacon, known as ''Trinxat de bacalao''.
+==Serving==
+Trinxat is typically served hot, often as a side dish accompanying [[meat]] or [[fish]]. It can also be served as a main course, especially when enriched with additional ingredients like bacon or sausage.
-== See Also ==
+==Cultural Significance==
+Trinxat is a staple in Catalan cuisine and is often associated with the winter months, as it is a hearty and warming dish. It is commonly prepared during the [[Carnival]] season, particularly in the region of [[La Cerdanya]], where it is a traditional dish for the "Dijous Gras" (Fat Thursday) celebrations.
+==Related pages==
 * [[Catalan cuisine]]
 * [[Spanish cuisine]]
-* [[List of potato dishes]]
+* [[Potato]]
-* [[List of cabbage dishes]]
+* [[Cabbage]]
 [[Category:Catalan cuisine]]
 [[Category:Spanish cuisine]]
 [[Category:Potato dishes]]
-[[Category:Cabbage dishes]]
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