Porco com Molho de Fígado (Pork with Liver Sauce)

February 25, 2013 / 1 Comment

Today we are going to give you guys a unique but simple recipe for Porco com Molho de Fígado, or Pork with Liver sauce. This might be a bit too much for some, but for those who enjoy the unique texture and flavor of all types of meat including liver like many of my Portuguese compatriots, this dish is quite a treat. This is a delicious way to enjoy all parts of the pork in combination and is definitely a favorite of mine and many others. The directions and ingredients for this recipe are pretty straightforward so go ahead and try it out and tell us what you think!
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Feijoada à Micaelense (Azorean Feijoada)

February 22, 2013 / No Comments

Azorean Feijoada Recipe. Feijoada is a popular dish originating in Portugal that has become popular all over the world because of its delicious taste and wonderful mix of ingredients and flavors. It has become the main dish of Brazil due to its simplicity to make along with its awesome combination of flavors. This unique variation on the dish is the version coming from the island of São Miguel in Azores, Portugal and it is truly quite delicious. This is a family recipe going back many generations and has been tried and tested for flavor so go ahead and try it out and then tell us what you think!

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Caçoula (Spicy Pulled Pork)

February 4, 2013 / 5 Comments

Caçoula is a classic Portuguese eat which is basically the closest equivalent of spicy pulled pork. It has always been one of my favorites because of its intense flavor while having just the right amount of spicy kick, in classic Portuguese fashion. Caçoula is a unbelievably juicy & flavorful marinated pork cooked in combination with just the right amount of spices and herbs. It is perfect for eating for just about any occasion along with some classic Portuguese toasted bread as a sandwich, on top of a Bolo de Sertã as seen in the picture above, or even by itself. It might seem difficult at first to make but it really is quite simple, and we are going to show you guys the most simple, easy, and delicious way to make this classic Portuguese dish without any fuss. This recipe will make about 6 servings worth of Caçoula.
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Leitão à Bairrada (Portuguese Suckling Pig)

February 3, 2013 / No Comments

This is one of the more interesting recipes we will post on this site. It is an interesting variation on the traditional Portuguese suckling recipe from Bairrada. You can obviously do it in a roasting pit but if not you may also use an oven just the same and it will taste great as well.
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Chouriço and Egg Burrito

January 22, 2013 / No Comments

*Photo courtesy of Nick Kindelsperger*

This Chouriço and Egg Burrito recipe is a simple variation on a breakfast burrito, but with the wonderful addition of Chouriço. For those who want to eat a meal on the go in the morning when time is of the essence, but aren’t willing to forgo the great taste of Portuguese Chouriço, this is the recipe for you. The directions and ingredients are totally simple, and you should be able to find most ingredients at your nearby grocery store.
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Sausage and Rice (Salsicha e Arroz)

January 22, 2013 / No Comments

Sausage and Rice, Salsicha e Arroz recipe. In Portuguese cuisine, pork and rice just simply go together. Portuguese people have been enjoying sausage and rice as a staple of their diet and have perfected the most simple way to eat them together. You do not need many complex ingredients or directions to make a delicious dish and this recipe is no exception. This wonderfully simple recipe we are showing you guys today is really easy to make and is one of the most tasty Portuguese recipes that you can make.
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