Here one of Spain’s winning combinations comes to life goat’s cheese and caramelized onion pintxos. These beautiful bites are packed with flavor and are the perfect appetizer for any meal!
I want to try other pintxo recipes? Don’t miss these recipes for fried goat’s cheese with honey, guilda (the first Spanish pintxo) or these other classic pintxo recipes.
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introduction
Nothing surpasses the genius of pintxos. These small slices of crusty bread topped with delicious savory morsels they are a fantastic way to eat during the evening. They are the main reason I visit the Basque Country (believe me, it’s not the time)!
Indeed, pintxos they are one of the reasons why San Sebastian is one of the world capitals of good food! Every bar in town is known for at least one or two of these little morsels. Pintxos it can be anything from simple morsels of ham and cheese to artistic creations with unusual seafood (galleywhoever?).
But among all the pintxos in the city, always been my favorite goat’s cheese with caramelized onion. It’s made with good bread topped with creamy goat cheese and sweet caramelized onions. It’s easy, delicious and quick to prepare when you have unexpected company coming over!
ingredients
This caramelized onion and goat cheese pintxo recipe requires just a few simple ingredients. Here are the key ingredients in this simple appetizer!
- Goat cheese: Use good quality goat cheese for a wonderfully creamy texture and flavor! If you live near a dairy goat farm, you may be able to get some fresh, locally produced cheese, which would be fantastic in these pintxos.
- Onion: I like to use regular yellow onions in this recipe. A touch of vinegar and sugar helps them slowly caramelize into a delicious golden brown coating!
- Sliced bread: For this recipe, use a freshly baked baguette or similar bread. Don’t use anything stale or frozen; texture and flavor will be missing.
- Fresh rosemary: Not only does this make a beautiful side dish for pintxos, but it also pairs perfectly with the cream cheese and rich onions.
See the recipe card for complete information on ingredients and quantities.
How to prepare pintxo with caramelized onion and goat cheese
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- Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat, then add the onions and cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Be sure to stir frequently. (image 1)
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add the salt, sugar and vinegar. Mix well. (image 2)
- Continue cooking the onions until they turn a deep, dark brown color and taste sweet, about 30 more minutes. Stir every 4-5 minutes and add a drop of water from time to time to prevent burning. (image 3)
- In the meantime, toast the baguette slices in the oven at 160°C (325°F) until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. (image 4)
- Prepare the pintxos Of spread a little goat cheeseand on every slice of toast. (image 5)
- Complete with a spoonful of caramelized onions. (image 6)
- Garnish each pintxo with a sprig of fresh rosemary. (image 7)
- Serve these tasty morsels at room temperature and enjoy your meal! (image 8)
Recipe FAQs
Goat cheese, brie, melted gruyere or provolone would all make tasty cheese pairings with caramelized onions. However, I highly recommend using goat cheese in this recipe for its creamy texture and mild flavor.
The standard pairing for goat cheese is often fruit, whether in jams, compotes or preserves. But I think pairing it with caramelized onions, toasted bread and a pinch of fresh rosemary in this inviting pintxo is one of the best ways to serve goat cheese!
Expert advice
- Take the time to properly caramelize the onions; it is essential for building flavor. Leave a little water in the pan to prevent the onions from burning when you turn your back.
- Since this recipe requires only a few things, there’s not much room to hide poor quality ingredients. Usage Well fresh, crusty bread (nothing frozen or stale) e Well chèvre goat cheese.
- This recipe makes 12 pintxos, but you can easily double it for larger groups.
Goat cheese and caramelized onion pintxo
This goat cheese and caramelized onion pintxo is a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for when you need to impress guests in a hurry! It’s a San Sebastian pintxo bar classic and will definitely do well.
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Portions: 12 portions
Calories: 123.85kcal
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once heated, add the onions and cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low and add salt, sugar and vinegar. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring every 4 to 5 minutes, or until the onions are a deep, dark brown color and taste sweet and soft. Every now and then add a little water to the pan so as not to burn them. Let them cool for at least 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, heat the oven to 160°C (325°F). Spread the baguette slices on a baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 6 to 8 minutes.
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To make the pintxos, top each slice of bread with a heaping teaspoon of onion and a heaping teaspoon or large slice (depending on the type) of goat cheese. Decorate with a few rosemary leaves and serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Take the time to properly caramelize the onions; it is essential for building flavor. Leave a little water in the pan to prevent the onions from burning when you turn your back.
- Since this recipe calls for only a few things, there isn’t much room to hide poor-quality ingredients. Use good fresh, crusty bread (nothing frozen or stale) and good chèvre goat cheese.
- This recipe makes 12 pintxos, but you can easily double them for larger groups.
Nutrition
Calories: 123.85kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.74G | Protein: 4.89G | Fat: 4.04G | Saturated fats: 1.72G | Polyunsaturated fats: 0.59G | Monounsaturated fats: 1.46G | Cholesterol: 4.35mg | Sodium: 236.35mg | Potassium: 56.55mg | Fiber: 0.83G | Sugar: 2.46G | Vitamin A: 98.29UI | C vitamin: 0.68mg | Soccer: 49.46mg | Iron: 1.32mg
Photography by Giulia Verdinelli
