Brazilian recipe
Traditional Portuguese Cozido at Home (Cozido à portuguesa)
A classic cozido à portuguesa with mixed meats and vegetables simmered in a rich broth. A comforting, complete meal for any table.
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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 chouriço
1 farinheira
Potatoes
Rice
Carrots
1 blood chouriço
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 chouriço
1 farinheira
Potatoes
Rice
Carrots
1 blood chouriço
1 pig's trotter
Turnips
Where to find ingredients
Find the ingredients at local supermarkets, fresh produce stalls, butchers, and the deli or chilled-meats section. Ask for Portuguese-style chouriço, farinheira, and blood sausage at specialty sausage counters if available; otherwise, use suitable sausage substitutes only if needed.
Preparation method
- Place a pot of water seasoned with salt over the heat.
- Add the meats and let them cook.
- As the meats finish cooking, 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.
- To prepare the rice: place the desired amount of rice in a saucepan.
- Add twice the volume of broth from the cozido to the rice.
- Bring to the boil until the rice is cooked, making sure it turns out dry and fluffy.
Observations
Cozido à Portuguesa is a hearty, traditional dish, perfect for bringing family and friends together. Its preparation involves simmering a variety of meats and vegetables, producing a flavorful broth and a complete, comforting meal.
This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for an authentic, full-flavored dish that showcases the richness of a cuisine with Portuguese influences. Follow the steps for a delicious cozido, beautifully served.
This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for an authentic, full-flavored dish that showcases the richness of a cuisine with Portuguese influences. Follow the steps for a delicious cozido, beautifully served.
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