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Traditional Brazilian Pork and Bean Mash (Virado à Paulista)
Learn how to prepare the authentic Virado à Paulista, a hearty Brazilian classic featuring succulent, pan-seared pork chops served with a savory, rustic bean mash.
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Ingredients
500 g pork chops
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml)
½ cup chopped bacon (50 g)
1 clove garlic, minced (5 g)
½ medium onion, finely chopped (75 g)
1 cup cassava flour (150 g)
2 cups cooked brown beans, drained (400 g)
2 cups reserved bean cooking liquid (400 ml)
½ teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander (5 g)
2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml)
½ cup chopped bacon (50 g)
1 clove garlic, minced (5 g)
½ medium onion, finely chopped (75 g)
1 cup cassava flour (150 g)
2 cups cooked brown beans, drained (400 g)
2 cups reserved bean cooking liquid (400 ml)
½ teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander (5 g)
Where to find ingredients
Pork chops are readily available at your local butcher or the fresh meat counter of your preferred supermarket. Cassava flour can be found in the baking or organic health-food sections; look for 'cassava flour' (sometimes labeled as tapioca meal/flour) in well-stocked gourmet grocery stores or online organic platforms. For the beans, use any brown, firm bean available in local markets as a base for the mash. Fresh coriander (dhaniya) is easy to buy at your nearest sabzi mandi or grocery store. Pantry staples like garlic, onion, and bacon can be sourced from any general grocery store.
Preparation method
- Marinate the pork chops with olive oil, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice; cover and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes
- Heat a medium pan over high heat and fry the bacon pieces for 3 minutes until they turn crispy and golden
- Toss in the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing them for 2 minutes until they turn translucent and fragrant
- Add the cassava flour into the pan and toast it lightly, stirring constantly to prevent burning
- Mix in the cooked beans and the reserved bean liquid, seasoning with salt and folding everything together gently
- Take the pan off the heat and stir in the freshly chopped coriander
- Warm the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over high heat
- Sear the marinated pork chops for 2 minutes on each side until they reach a beautiful golden-brown finish
- Serve the hot pork chops alongside the savory bean mash and garnish with a fresh sprinkle of lemon zest
Observations
Virado à Paulista is a cornerstone of Brazilian home cooking, with culinary roots that go back to the historic 'tropeiro' travelers. It is a robust and deeply satisfying meal, perfect for a grand lunch. The dish brings together tender, pan-seared pork chops, a flavorful, thick bean mash, and the signature crunch of toasted cassava flour—a true comfort food that tells a story of Brazilian heritage.
This version simplifies the process for your home kitchen while keeping the traditional balance of flavors intact. Follow these steps to master the perfect texture of the bean mash and the ideal sear on your pork chops for an authentic dining experience.
This version simplifies the process for your home kitchen while keeping the traditional balance of flavors intact. Follow these steps to master the perfect texture of the bean mash and the ideal sear on your pork chops for an authentic dining experience.
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