Trinxat

Description

Trinxat is a savory Andorran dish consisting of chopped and mashed cabbage and potatoes with the addition of mushrooms, garlic, pork or bacon, salt, pepper, and olive oil. The name is derived from the Catalan trinxar , meaning to slice, mash, or chop. The mash gets flattened into small pancakes that are fried in oil and garnished with bacon pieces. Trinxat is an ideal winter dish due to the fact that cabbage is the best after it's been touched by frost, and it doesn't get any better conditions than those on high altitudes of Andorra's mountainous parts. Locals learned to make the most of the crops that grow on poor soil, so it is not unusual that potatoes are heavily represented in the dish. It is quick, easy and inexpensive to prepare, and has achieved such popularity that it even has its own festival, celebrated in the town of Puigcerdá. For the most authentic experience, it is recommended to garnish this flavorful hash pancake with some finely chopped parsley and enjoy it while it's still piping hot.