Macau Crab Congee (Canja de Caranguejo) (蟹粥)

March 22, 2013 / No Comments

Crab Congee is a delicious and popular soup from the region of Macau. This soup is very similar to the Portuguese Canja soup and the word congee is related to the Portuguese word canja as the two have the same origin, stemming from the strong Portuguese influence in the region since the 16th century. The cultural cuisine of both the Cantonese and Portuguese both derive from flavor and effectiveness in simplicity which is what makes both styles of cooking so great. The combination of the crab in this soup makes the broth so scented and flavorful and truly a dish to enjoy. Try this one out and tell us what you think you will definitely love it!
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Macau Pork Chop Buns (Costeleta à moda de Macau) (豬扒包)

March 20, 2013 / 2 Comments

Macau pork chop buns are one of the most popular and delicious eats from the Macau region. They are a combined fusion of Chinese and Portuguese cultural cuisine. Our awesome take on this wonderful dish uses the Portuguese flavor of olive oil and garlic in combination with the unique flavor of Himalayan salt and ginger from Macau cuisine. The delicious conclusion of finishing the sandwich and chewing on the pork bone can only be experienced by eating it yourself. It is a truly unique concoction of flavor and design and it is no surprise why it is such a popular eat in the area and across the world.
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Macanese Style Portuguese Chicken (Galinha à Portuguesa) (Po Kok Gai 葡國雞)

March 19, 2013 / 1 Comment

Po Kok Gai, or Macanese style Portuguese Chicken, is a Chinese fusion Macanese & Portuguese style chicken dish. It is a mildly spicy, slightly sweet chicken curry with a rich, creamy coconut sauce. This unbelievably flavorful sauce goes great in combination with some rice as well. In China, Macau has had a long and intertwined history with the Portuguese. Since it had been a Portuguese colony from the 16th century to 1999, the evidence of Portuguese cultural influence is all over and is a show of the beauty of the melting pots of cultures in the region. Continue Reading…

Recipe of the Day: Portuguese Carrot Rice (Arroz De Cenouras)

March 18, 2013 / 1 Comment

Today we would like to bring you guys a wonderfully easy and simple recipe for Portuguese Carrot rice, or Arroz de Cenouras. This dish is a very popular Portuguese way to enjoy a delicious hearty meal with some tasty vegetables and can be used in combination with another dish or simply just as an appetizer. It is very easy to make and you should be able to find all the ingredients are your local grocery store with not much trouble. Try this delicious dish and tell us what you think!
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Borrego com Tomilho (Portuguese Leg of Lamb)

March 15, 2013 / No Comments

This is a delicious recipe for Borrego com Tomilho, or Portuguese leg of lamb. Lamb is absolutely one of my favorite things to eat and this recipe is perfect for cooking some up. It is a delicious and popular Portuguese way of cooking the lamb utilizing all the delicious components of Portuguese cuisine like Olive Oil, Honey, and Garlic to make a tasty and awesome dish. It is quite easy to make and the ingredients are very easy to find so go ahead and try it out! Continue Reading…

Recipe of the Day: Monk Fish Salad (Salada de Goraz)

March 13, 2013 / 1 Comment

Monk Fish is a fish very typically eaten all over Portugal and Spain. Monk Fish, or Goraz in Portuguese, is a fish with a unique taste and texture uncommon to many other fish and is therefore enjoyed as more of a delicacy around the world. This dish is for a Portuguese Salada de Goraz, or a Monk Fish Salad, which combines the delicious unique flavors of the monk fish in a nice healthy and hearty salad. This combines the flavors of simple ingredients in Portuguese cooking with the fish to create a wonderful dish and is actually quite easy to make. Go ahead and try this great traditional Portuguese dish out and tell us what you think!
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