Main dishes from across Portuguese cuisine.
Arroz de Camarão is another fantastic Portuguese rice recipe. It comprises the locally grown Carolino rice, shrimp, tomatoes, onions, garlic and a mix of herbs and spices all cooked in a rich shrimp broth. It’s …
This classic Portuguese Baked Octopus comprises tender octopus tentacles baked with plenty of garlic infused olive oil and served with smashed baby potatoes. It’s believed to be a variation of the traditional Bacalhau à Lagareiro, …
This authentic Portuguese Octopus Rice combines Carolino rice, tender octopus meat, tomatoes, onions, and fresh herbs, all cooked in a rich octopus broth. The Portuguese appreciation for rice might come as a surprise for many …
Portuguese Roast Kid with Rice combines a roasted whole leg of goat served with Carolino rice cooked in a broth made from the goat roast, and Portuguese cured sausages. This hearty meal is perfect for …
Massa de Tamboril or Monkfish Pasta is a Portuguese pasta dish that combines monkfish with a light sauce made of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and white wine. It’s a surprisingly simple dish, yet it is completely …
Cabrito Assado no Forno com Batatas is a classic Portuguese goat roast consumed during Easter. It combines a whole leg of a young goat marinated overnight and then slowly roasted with some baby potatoes. It’s …
Borrego Assado com Batatas is a traditional Portuguese roast made with lamb and baby potatoes. The secret to this delicious lamb roast is the marinade made with lard, pepper paste, garlic, white wine, and a …
Bacalhau com Broa is a traditional Portuguese cod dish made with salt cod loins topped with corn bread and fresh herbs. At its core it’s just like Bacalhau à Lagareiro – baked cod with plenty …
Pataniscas de Bacalhau are traditional Portuguese cod fritters made with shredded salt cod, eggs, milk, flour, onion and fresh parsley. Pataniscas de bacalhau are simply delicious and a very popular tasca snack in Lisbon. When …
Bacalhau à Braga is a traditional northern Portuguese cod dish that combines fried cod loins topped with braised peppers, tomatoes, and onions. It’s unlike any other codfish dishes I came across in Portugal, and one …