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Classic Virado à Paulista: Step-by-Step Recipe (Virado à paulista)
Learn how to prepare the authentic Virado à Paulista, a classic Brazilian staple featuring juicy pork chops and a hearty, seasoned bean mash.
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Ingredients
500 g pork chops
30 ml olive oil, divided
5 g salt
1 tsp lemon zest
15 ml lemon juice
50 g bacon, chopped
5 g garlic, minced
75 g yellow onion, finely diced
150 g cassava flour (farinha de mandioca)
400 g cooked carioca beans, drained
400 ml bean cooking broth
2.5 g salt
5 g fresh parsley, chopped
30 ml olive oil, divided
5 g salt
1 tsp lemon zest
15 ml lemon juice
50 g bacon, chopped
5 g garlic, minced
75 g yellow onion, finely diced
150 g cassava flour (farinha de mandioca)
400 g cooked carioca beans, drained
400 ml bean cooking broth
2.5 g salt
5 g fresh parsley, chopped
Where to find ingredients
You can find pork chops and fresh produce at any Canadian grocery chain like Loblaws or Metro. For the specific Brazilian items, look for carioca beans and farinha de mandioca at specialty Latin American markets or the international aisle of larger supermarkets. If you cannot find carioca beans, pinto beans are the closest substitute. Parsley and bacon are widely available in any dairy or produce section.
Preparation method
- Season the pork chops with a portion of the olive oil, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, fry the bacon over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the pan and sauté for another 2 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the cassava flour and toast it lightly, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Gently fold in the cooked beans and the bean broth. Season with salt and mix carefully until well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the seasoned pork chops for about 2 minutes on each side, until they are browned and cooked through.
- Serve the hot pork chops alongside the prepared bean mash, adding a garnish of fresh lemon zest if desired.
Observations
Virado à Paulista is one of the most iconic dishes in Brazilian cuisine, with roots tracing back to the days of the tropeiros, or muleteers, in São Paulo. It is a substantial, complete meal, rich in texture and flavor, ideal for a hearty lunch. The dish brings together classic elements such as pork chops, beans, collard greens, and farofa, creating a comforting experience steeped in history.
This recipe focuses on the essential components needed to create a flavorful bean mash, staying true to the soul of the original dish. Follow these instructions to prepare each element with practical tips to ensure a delicious result.
This recipe focuses on the essential components needed to create a flavorful bean mash, staying true to the soul of the original dish. Follow these instructions to prepare each element with practical tips to ensure a delicious result.
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