This Turkey, Cauliflower, and Chouriço Bake is a comforting twist on traditional Portuguese flavours, bringing together tender turkey, rich chouriço, and golden-roasted cauliflower in a creamy béchamel sauce. The turkey strips soak up the smoky, savoury flavours from the chouriço, while the cauliflower adds a light, nutty balance. Topped with caramelised onions and a bubbling béchamel sauce, this bake is perfect for family gatherings or hearty weeknight dinners. Serve it with fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch and enjoy a dish that’s as satisfying as it is flavourful!
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Lagareiro is a traditional Portuguese cooking style that typically involves baking or grilling with plenty of olive oil, garlic, and herbs. The addition of chouriço gives this dish a smoky, rich flavour that perfectly complements the tender octopus. This dish is a showcase of Portuguese flavours, combining the tender, slightly charred octopus with the rich, smoky notes of chouriço. It’s rustic, hearty, and full of Mediterranean charm.
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This Iberian Pork and Bean Stew is a rich and hearty dish inspired by the robust flavours of both Portuguese and Spanish cuisines. Featuring tender chunks of pork, smoky chouriço, and an array of wholesome beans, it embodies the essence of the Iberian Peninsula. The combination of paprika, herbs, and slow-cooked pork brings warmth and comfort, making it a perfect meal for a family gathering or a cozy night in. Whether served with nutty brown rice or on its own, this stew offers a satisfying depth of flavour that celebrates traditional Iberian cooking.
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This classic Portuguese dish combines succulent duck with flavourful Chouriço sausage, creating a hearty and comforting meal. The rich flavors of the duck, sausage, and vegetables blend beautifully with the rice, making it a perfect dish for family gatherings or special occasions.
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Originating from the Alentejo region of Portugal, Carne de Porco à Alentejana is a beloved dish that combines tender pork, succulent clams, and crispy potatoes in a flavourful medley. This traditional recipe captures the essence of Portuguese cuisine, blending aromatic spices, fresh seafood, and hearty ingredients.
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This Turkey and Chourizo Soup recipe is full of hearty flavors and wholesome ingredients readily available in Portugal. Using tender turkey wings and flavourful (black) chourizo sausage with a combination of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, the result is a nourishing and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
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In Portuguese culinary tradition, Salted Cod Soup, or Sopa de Bacalhau, holds a revered place as a comforting and nourishing dish. This recipe reflects the centuries-old practice of preserving cod through salting, a technique that originated from the need to preserve fish for long sea voyages. Salted Cod Soup is celebrated for its robust flavors and wholesome ingredients. By combining salted cod with hearty vegetables this soup offers a taste of Portugal’s rich maritime heritage.
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During my visit to Aveiro in Portugal a few years ago, I had the pleasure of tasting the most delectable beef cheeks I have ever had! The unforgettable taste of that dish stayed with me, and I have always had the desire to replicate it. Therefore, I present to you my version of Portuguese beef cheeks served on a bed of creamy polenta.
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Rancho is a dish typical of Portuguese cuisine and originates from the Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro Province where “Trás-os-Montes” translates to “behind the mountains”. It is casserole-type of dish consisting mainly of beef, bacon, chorizo, garlic, chickpeas and pasta, although there are many variations on this. Rancho is a rich, hearty dish and should be enjoyed on cold, winter’s days with a good wine.
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We got our hands on some tenderized eland steaks and decided to make some prego rolls. (We also used some of the steaks to make schnitzels). This is our first stab at making a prego sauce so we had to Google a bit to get some ideas.
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