A legendary dish spoken of in almost hushed tones by Spaniards, Migas is a good example of how much of Spain’s cuisine has evolved from peasant food.
It’s essentially dry breadcrumbs torn up and fried in a variety of combinations — often served with chorizo or bacon.It is an ancient dish that is very traditional for Spain and Portugal.The dish was cooked for breakfast using leftover bread, but over time, Migas became a fashionable dish that is served for lunch or dinner in many Spanish restaurants.“Migas” actually means “crumbs” and the bread crumbs or pieces of bread are the main ingredient for this dish.“Migas” actually means “crumbs” and the bread crumbs or pieces of bread are the main ingredient for this dish.