Mallorca captivates visitors with its heavenly beaches and rich history. Yet beyond the glorious natural setting, the island boasts culinary traditions and a delicious local gastronomy that are well worth exploring.
If you’re planning your next Mallorca holiday and want to enjoy an authentic experience, this post is for you.
Traditional Mallorcan cuisine
Mallorcan cuisine exemplifies Mediterranean gastronomy, rooted in local produce and passed down through generations. Fresh, seasonal ingredients take centre stage in dishes characterised by their simplicity and intense flavours.
Our team at Pollentia Rentals share the must-try dishes that should be on your culinary radar.
Frit mallorquí
A hearty, flavourful dish based on potatoes, meat and spices. Also available in a vegetarian version, its distinctive seasoning makes it one of the most memorable creations in Mallorcan cooking.
Tumbet
This is Mallorca’s answer to ratatouille – prepared with aubergine, peppers, potatoes and tomatoes, served with either pork loin or a fried egg. This simple dish perfectly showcases the natural flavours of local vegetables.
Arròs brut
A flavoursome rice dish with pork, rabbit and vegetables, this is traditionally cooked in a wood-fired oven. It’s perfect for winter months, because the rich broth and stew warm body and soul after a bracing walk in the Serra de Tramuntana mountains.
Coca de trampó
A thin flatbread topped with trampó, a traditional spiced vegetable mixture. Onion, white pepper and tomato are slowly cooked with extra virgin olive oil to create this local favourite. You’ll find it in the island’s finest bakeries!
Variat
A generous platter showcasing a range of tapas that satisfies even the heartiest appetites. It’s perfect for sharing with someone special over a glass of wine after a wonderful stroll. Cheers!
Ensaïmada
This traditional Mallorcan sweet treat, made with flour, sugar, eggs and pork lard, is absolutely divine. It comes with traditional fillings like angel hair (candied pumpkin) or custard cream, as well as modern variations such as chocolate cream.
Plan Your Mallorca holiday
Ready to discover the flavours of Mallorca? With Pollentia Rentals, you can find the perfect villa for an unforgettable holiday whilst immersing yourself in the island’s food culture.
