Churros are not only known in Spain, but also in Latin America, the southwest of the USA, Morocco, Turkey and France. There they are called “chichis” or “chouchous”.
Exactly how they came to Spain is not yet clear. There are various theories, all of which sound very plausible. One of the theories is that the Portuguese brought new techniques for preparing food with them after their voyages to the Orient. These included the dough for making churros. Another theory is that Spanish shepherds used this method of preparation to replace fresh pasta. It is said that recipes from ancient Greece have even been found that are quite similar to today’s churros.
But no matter who “invented” them, when and where – they still taste wonderful today!
How do you make churros?
Churros are made from a dough consisting mainly of wheat flour. The finished dough is then filled into a piping bag, preferably with a star-shaped nozzle, to create the typical churros shape.
The frying fat or oil is then heated to 170 degrees in a wide pan or deep fryer. Long strips of batter are piped into the hot fat. The dough is cut off at the nozzle of the piping bag using scissors. The churros are then deep-fried for about 2 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
After frying, drain the churros on kitchen paper to remove any excess fat. Finally, the cooled churros are dusted with icing or granulated sugar. Traditionally, churros are often served with a thick hot chocolate in which they can be dipped.
Churros in Madrid
If you are looking for churros in Madrid, you are sure to discover one or two bars that offer this delicacy. But are there any traditional churrerías or is everything geared towards tourists?
In any case, you should keep your eyes open when wandering the streets of the city in search of churros. Places that sell churros with unusual toppings do not offer traditional churros at all, but are usually only geared towards tourists. Really good and traditionally made churros in Madrid can often be found in inconspicuous chuerrías or chocolaterías. Here they are usually quite reasonably priced and are sold by weight or piece.
Churrería Chocolatería 1902
Churrería Chocolatería has been a family business since 1902. Churros of the highest quality have been produced here for over 100 years according to a family recipe. You can watch them at work through a window.
In addition to the traditional churros, the restaurant also offers a gluten-free version. You can also enjoy breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner and relax after a shopping spree.
San Ginés is certainly the most famous churrería in Madrid and probably also the most crowded. It is located in a small side street near the Plaza Mayor and is actually open almost around the clock.
We had already tried the churros in a branch in Marbella and were excited about this place. Here too, celebrities seem to be a dime a dozen, with photos of more or less well-known personalities hanging everywhere, only a few of which I recognized.
You enter a bar that is reminiscent of the cafés of the late 19th century. It has traditional white marble tables and a tiled counter where you can traditionally order a chocolate with churros or a coffee along with a selection of cakes. The most popular product in San Ginés is the chocolate, which is made according to their own recipe. If you want, you can also buy packets to take away.
The Chocolatería San Ginés is a must for all tourists to Madrid. The hot chocolate (dark) with the fresh churros is delicious.
Address
Chocolatería San Ginés, Pasadizo de San Ginés, 5, Centro, 28013 Madrid
Opening hours
Thursday – Sunday and on the eve of public holidays: 0-24 h Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: 8-23:59
Churrería Las Farolas
Las Farolas offers several places where you can eat churros in Madrid. Due to its size, you might assume that it is more of a tourist offer. However, every branch here produces excellent artisan churros.
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We went to the churrería in Calle Mayor, which is very central, and we loved it.
Address
P.º de Extremadura, 31, Av. de Peña Prieta, 7 C. Mayor, 11 Calle de Galileo, 26 C. de Emilio Gastesi Fernández, 1 Calle de San Nazario, 12
La Andaluza: Eating churros in Madrid
The Repullo Hernández family from Madrid founded Churrería La Andaluza shortly before the Spanish Civil War and ran it for three generations. In 2005, the family decided to sell the business to one of the employees. Now Javier Mata Serna runs the business and produces some of the best churros in the city according to the old recipe.
I was particularly surprised by the prices, which start at 40 cents per portion. If you also order a cup of hot chocolate, you pay €2 more. Those are more than fair prices!
My tip: The patatas fritas were delicious!
Address
Churrería La Andaluza, C. de Hernani, 10, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid
Opening hours
Monday-Saturday: 6.30 – 13 h
Best ice cream in Madrid
A stroll through the city without an ice cream is almost unthinkable here. Eating ice cream in Madrid is really delicious if you find the right ice cream parlor.
Heladería La Pecera
Here, the soft ice cream is sold in fun fish-shaped waffles. If you prefer to enjoy the ice cream in a paper cup, you can of course do that too. The flavors range from traditional vanilla ice cream to creations such as matcha ice cream. Of course, there is also the option of choosing toppings.
In terms of price, I find the ice cream a little more expensive.
Address
Calle de Velarde, 2, 28004 Madrid, Spanien
Helados y Empanadas Patagonia Artesanal
My feet were aching and I needed a break. The ice cream parlor was the perfect place. They serve homemade ice cream, even gluten-free ice cream and ice cream cones on request. The selection of flavors was large and it was not easy for me to decide. In addition to a well-known, frequently sold variety, I chose something less familiar and was not disappointed. The ice cream was tasty and very good.
Address
Pl. de Tirso de Molina, 19, Centro, 28012 Madrid, Spanien
Lolo Life
Lolo promises a special kind of taste experience. They are simply ice cream flavors that are fresh, natural and cleverly put together. The ice cream shines brightly in the chiller cabinet and the combination of different flavors is super cool.
Address
Calle del Espiritu Santo 16, 28004 Madrid Spanien
llaollao
Frozen Yougurt ice cream at its best can be found near the Grand Via. Honestly, the video shows exactly what you can taste!
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