Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Sheep's Stomach Stew (Buchada de Carneiro)
Learn to make authentic buchada de carneiro, a delicious and flavorful Northeastern Brazilian dish, perfect for special occasions. Step-by-step recipe.
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Ingredients
1 sheep's stomach
1 bunch chopped fresh herbs (cilantro and scallions)
3 chopped onions
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 chopped bell pepper
5 chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon sugar
Black pepper to taste
Grated nutmeg to taste
6 bay leaves
Annatto powder (colorau) to taste
6 lemons
1 shot cachaça (sugarcane spirit)
Baking soda to taste
Vegetable oil (soy or corn) for sautéing
Salt to taste
2 ice cubes
1 bunch chopped fresh herbs (cilantro and scallions)
3 chopped onions
3 cloves chopped garlic
1 chopped bell pepper
5 chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon sugar
Black pepper to taste
Grated nutmeg to taste
6 bay leaves
Annatto powder (colorau) to taste
6 lemons
1 shot cachaça (sugarcane spirit)
Baking soda to taste
Vegetable oil (soy or corn) for sautéing
Salt to taste
2 ice cubes
Where to find ingredients
Available at Latin American or specialty butchers. If unavailable, consult with your local butcher for options or consider a beef stomach (tripe) as a substitute, adjusting cooking time as needed.
Widely available in the produce section of most supermarkets.
Standard produce items found in any supermarket.
Common pantry staples available in all supermarkets.
Found in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Available in the produce section of most supermarkets.
Available in liquor stores or the spirits aisle of larger supermarkets. Look for brands specifically labeled 'cachaça'.
Found in the baking aisle of supermarkets.
Common cooking oil available in the supermarket.
Often found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, particularly those with Latin American sections. Specialty Latin American markets are a reliable source. If unavailable, paprika can be used for color, though the flavor will differ.
Made at home or available pre-packaged in supermarket freezers.
Widely available in the produce section of most supermarkets.
Standard produce items found in any supermarket.
Common pantry staples available in all supermarkets.
Found in the spice aisle of supermarkets.
Available in the produce section of most supermarkets.
Available in liquor stores or the spirits aisle of larger supermarkets. Look for brands specifically labeled 'cachaça'.
Found in the baking aisle of supermarkets.
Common cooking oil available in the supermarket.
Often found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, particularly those with Latin American sections. Specialty Latin American markets are a reliable source. If unavailable, paprika can be used for color, though the flavor will differ.
Made at home or available pre-packaged in supermarket freezers.
Preparation method
- In a glass, squeeze one lemon into four parts and add the sugar
- Mash with a muddler
- Add the shot of cachaça and ice cubes to the glass
- Shake well
- Reserve this mixture to accompany the preparation
- Begin cleaning the sheep's stomach, using water, salt, and the juice of other lemons
- Wash well to remove impurities
- Cook the stomach with water, salt, and bay leaves in a pressure cooker until tender
- While the stomach cooks, chop the intestines into small pieces
- Cook the chopped intestines in another pot with water and salt until tender
- In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil and sauté the onion and garlic
- Add the annatto powder, chopped tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and sheep's offal (if using)
- Season with black pepper
- Cook the mixture until it forms a thick sauce
- Remove the cooked stomach from the pot and chop it into small pieces
- Mix the cooked stomach pieces and cooked intestines into the sautéed mixture
- Add the chopped fresh herbs and nutmeg
- With the filling ready, use it to stuff the cooked and cleaned stomach
- Cook the stuffed stomach over low heat until all the seasonings are well incorporated
- Serve the buchada hot, accompanied by the reserved liquid and, if desired, a caipirinha or cold beer
Observations
Buchada de carneiro is a traditional dish from Northeastern Brazilian cuisine, known for its bold flavor and unique preparation. It consists of cooking sheep's offal (stomach, intestines, and other organs) and then stuffing the stomach with these cooked ingredients and seasonings. It's a dish that requires attention and care in preparation, but the result is incredibly rewarding and appreciated at celebrations and family gatherings.
This detailed guide teaches the step-by-step process to prepare an authentic buchada de carneiro, ensuring the characteristic flavor and texture of this regional dish.
This detailed guide teaches the step-by-step process to prepare an authentic buchada de carneiro, ensuring the characteristic flavor and texture of this regional dish.
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