Everyone has their talent. My Aunt Isabel's was making these fritters. This is her recipe—or almost, since the exact amounts always depended on what looked right. They were so delicious...

🦐🦐🌱🧄It's not easy to find these tiny shrimp in Málaga—they usually come from Isla Cristina (Huelva), and most go to restaurants. They're tiny, almost alive when you get them, so as soon as I saw them, I knew I had to make these fritters we've enjoyed so many times in Cádiz or Huelva. If you get the chance to buy these shrimp, don't hesitate to make this recipe—it's absolutely delicious! And if you can't find them, you know what to try when you visit Andalusia.

Tortillitas de camarones are a traditional dish from Cádiz, often enjoyed as a tapa throughout the year, especially during Carnival season. These fritters are made from a batter without eggs, using chickpea flour, and originated in the town of San Fernando.

I arrived in Cádiz when I was almost 5 years old, speaking only Catalan. In no time, I learned English and, a bit later, the local Cádiz dialect... (though now I speak Spanish perfectly 😝). Every time we went into a bar, the first thing I asked for was a plate of tortitas, no matter the time of day.The first time my dad and my aunt tried to make them, they ended up with a whole pot full of batter that they had to throw away 🤦🏻‍♀️. But in the end, with determination and 'good handwriting'—as my aunt would say—we managed to perfect the recipe 🎊🎉🎊

A recipe from Cádiz, one of the iconic dishes from the region of Cádiz in Spain. Walking down the street eating fried seafood, shrimp, or your little fritter—what a treat and delight.

Tortillitas de camarones are as much from Cádiz as I am, haha, so I couldn’t leave this recipe out of the blog. I always had to make them with small shrimp because I couldn’t find baby shrimp in Valencia, but thanks to my dear friend, after 15 years, I finally have a place to buy them. So, this recipe is made with all my love for her. Thank you, my dear! Let’s get cooking.

Tortillitas de Camarones are thin, crispy shrimp fritters from Cádiz, Spain, and make the perfect appetizer to enjoy with a cold beer. They're a popular bar snack, especially during Carnival season. These fritters are light and not greasy. I encourage you to try making them at home.

One of the few recipes I make really well. I learned to fry them at a bar on the coast of Cádiz.