THE FOOD OF  MURCIA

The staple diet in Murcia consists of rice, seafood, stews and casseroles. The fertile areas of Murcia produce many varieties of vegetables which are sold in the markets all over the region.  Local fishing is responsible for most of the region's seafood , both the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor are a source for fish.  The Mar Menor has an abundance of eels which often appear on the fishmonger's slab.  The tourist industry provides the same sort of food turned out by most establishments up and down the coast.  Murcia is not renowned for many specialities however a few of the more local dishes are Revuelto: a dish of scrambled eggs runner beans and ham usually served in tapas bars. Zarangollo: a type of omelette served with vegetable. Ensalad Murciana: as the name suggests, a salad, this one served with cooked red peppers, aubergine and onion.