Brazilian recipe
Traditional Portuguese Boiled Meat and Vegetable Stew (Cozido à portuguesa)
A classic recipe for a hearty stew featuring various cuts of meat and vegetables cooked in a rich broth. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
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Ingredients
300 g beef
6 pieces pork belly
1 pig's ear
6 slices roasted pork loin
1 or 2 cabbages
1/2 chicken
Water for boiling
Salt
1 meat sausage (chouriço)
1 farinheira sausage
Potatoes
Rice
Carrots
1 blood sausage (morcela)
1 pig's trotter
Turnips
6 pieces pork belly
1 pig's ear
6 slices roasted pork loin
1 or 2 cabbages
1/2 chicken
Water for boiling
Salt
1 meat sausage (chouriço)
1 farinheira sausage
Potatoes
Rice
Carrots
1 blood sausage (morcela)
1 pig's trotter
Turnips
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh meats and seasonal vegetables at local butchers, produce markets, or grocery stores. For authentic sausages (chouriço, farinheira, and morcela), specialty European delis or international grocery sections are recommended as the ideal source.
Preparation method
- Place a pot of water seasoned with salt on the heat
- Add the meats and let them cook
- As the meats become tender, remove them and keep them in a warm place
- After removing all the meats, add the vegetables to the pot with the cooking broth and let them cook
- For the rice preparation: place the desired portion of rice in a pot
- Add twice the volume of the stew broth to the rice
- Bring to a boil until the rice is cooked, ensuring it remains dry and fluffy
Observations
The Cozido à Portuguesa is a substantial and traditional dish, perfect for gathering family and friends. Its preparation involves the slow cooking of various meats and vegetables, resulting in a flavorful broth and a complete, comforting meal. This recipe is ideal for those seeking an authentic, full-flavored dish that showcases the richness of Portuguese culinary traditions. Follow the steps for a delicious and well-presented stew.
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