What does à la plancha mean on a menu?
À la plancha · Spanish
Cooked on a very hot flat metal griddle, the Spanish way, with just a little oil so it sears fast.
What it does to the food
Crisp, browned edges and a juicy center, simple and clean, often finished with garlic, olive oil and lemon.
Where you’ll see it
Spanish and tapas menus: shrimp, squid, octopus, fish and vegetables like padrón peppers.
Related words
- a la brasa
- gambas
- teppanyaki