No, we are not referring to the popular Galician series of the same name. of the same name. We are talking about gastronomy and, more specifically, about the combination of different foods in a single dish: what is known in the hotel and catering industry as a combined dish. This is a very popular menu in bars and restaurants, since, given its variety, many diners opt for this option on the menu.
The main base of this delicious mix is usually meat or fish; it is normally combined with a side dish -either vegetables and/or potatoes accompanied or not by fried egg. Some people prefer pasta or rice as a complement. As a general rule, it is also accompanied by some other precooked product -such as croquettes, nuggets, hake sticks, etc.- Both the quality of the ingredients and their presentation, so that they are colorful and eye-catching, are very important in their preparation.
Precisely thinking about the potential of these menus, easy to prepare at home and very popular in the catering industry, this September we have thought about frozen dishes. There are numerous ideas to elaborate this type of ‘casual food’. As many as you can imagine. It is essential, however, to act as an alchemist, and to give ‘sense’ to the mixture with compatible flavors that are harmonious to the palate, so that the dish is as delicious as it is complete. The food chosen, whether from land or sea, will determine the nature of the dish. To maximize the possibilities of this eclectic menu, this September we not only have meat and fish at affordable prices. We also have seafood on offer to cook combined dishes with the best of the sea.
Combined dishes from the sea
For the fish base we have thought of varieties such as cod fillet (3.85 euros per kilo); jumbo cod loins (4.93 euros/kilo); Marfrío breaded hake loins (3.63 euros/kilo); or Fripur breaded hake slices (1.96 euros per 450 gram box).
If you prefer the exquisite taste of seafood, this month we have cooked pink shrimp (at 6.96 euros/kilo); Chinese peeled shrimp (at 5.91 euros/kilo); raw Argentine shrimp (at 6.91 euros/kilo) and raw prawns (at 7.94 euros/kilo).
For mixed dishes with a marine touch, we also have clean Indian squid Castlerock ( 3.95 euros/kilo) and sanitized squid tube Apolo (2.97 euros/kilo).
Meat-based combination dishes
The Discarn beef steak (5.63 euros/kilo), for the most demanding palates, or the delicious mini Simon pork hamburgers (3.96 euros/kilo), which allow a wide variety of combinations, are two excellent bases for these menus.
Garnish and more
For the side dish, you can choose between McCain home fries (1.54 euros/kilo) and McCain julienne potatoes, at the same price. Or tender spinach leaves (1.12 euros/kilo).
And to make the combo plate even tastier, nothing better than some mahesitos ( at 1.78 euros per 500 gram bag) or some ham or chicken mom croquettes in a one kilo bag (3.30 euros) or a half kilo bag (1.65 euros).
Dessert
We have not forgotten the sweet tooth who likes to close the meal with a sweet dessert. Thinking of them we have the following ice creams on offer:
- Lactose-free cream sandwich (6 units 2,24 euros).
- Vanilla or chocolate tub (1,10 euros)
- Tornado cristallo (at 1,64 euros the box of three).
