Brazilian recipe
Hearty Traditional Meat and Vegetable Stew (Cozido à portuguesa)
A quintessential, robust stew featuring a variety of slow-cooked meats and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. The ultimate comforting meal for sharing.
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Ingredients
300 g beef chuck
6 pieces pork belly
1 pork ear
6 slices roasted pork loin
1 to 2 cabbages
1/2 chicken
Water for boiling
Salt to taste
1 chouriço de carne
1 farinheira
Potatoes, peeled and halved
White rice
Carrots, peeled and sliced
1 chouriço de sangue
1 pig's trotter
Turnips, peeled and diced
6 pieces pork belly
1 pork ear
6 slices roasted pork loin
1 to 2 cabbages
1/2 chicken
Water for boiling
Salt to taste
1 chouriço de carne
1 farinheira
Potatoes, peeled and halved
White rice
Carrots, peeled and sliced
1 chouriço de sangue
1 pig's trotter
Turnips, peeled and diced
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh root vegetables and greens at your local market or grocer's produce section. For the traditional cured meats like chouriço de carne, farinheira, and chouriço de sangue, consult an authentic deli or a specialty butcher shop that stocks European imports.
Preparation method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the meats to the pot and simmer until tender.
- As each cut of meat reaches the desired tenderness, remove it from the pot and keep it warm.
- Once all meats are removed, add the vegetables to the cooking broth and boil until tender.
- To prepare the rice, place your measured portion in a medium saucepan.
- Add twice the volume of the flavorful cooking broth to the rice.
- Cook over medium heat until the rice is tender and the liquid has been fully absorbed, ensuring it remains fluffy.
Observations
The Cozido à portuguesa is a substantial, iconic dish that is perfect for large family gatherings. The preparation involves simmering a diverse assortment of meats and garden vegetables together, creating a rich broth and a wholesome, satisfying meal.
This recipe is designed for those seeking an authentic, flavor-packed dish that showcases deep-rooted culinary traditions. Follow these steps to achieve a perfectly cooked, beautifully presented stew.
This recipe is designed for those seeking an authentic, flavor-packed dish that showcases deep-rooted culinary traditions. Follow these steps to achieve a perfectly cooked, beautifully presented stew.
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