Peixinhos da Horta – Portuguese Fried Green Beans

Peixinhos da horta - Portuguese Fried Beans

Peixinhos da Horta, literally translatable into ‘little fish from the garden’, is a savoury snack very popular across restaurants and petisqueiras in Lisbon and surroundings. It basically consists of green beans that are coated in a light batter then deep fried. Their name? Well, they supposedly resemble miniature fried sardines. They are simply delicious, and …

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Sparkling Sangria – Portuguese Sangria de Espumante

Sparkling Sangria Portugal

This sparkling sangria recipe from Portugal is a fresh and fruity twist on the classic wine cocktail! What do we drink during the warmer months in Portugal when we don’t feel like drinking our beloved Super Bock or the local Port and Tonic? We turn to Sangria! And believe us, nothing fights the high temperatures …

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Bacalhau à Lagareiro: Portuguese Oven Baked Cod – Lagareiro Style

Bacalhau à Lagareiro - Portuguese Oven Baked Cod

Bacalhau à Lagareiro is also known as Bacalhau no Forno – Roasted Saltcod, and Bacalhau Assado com Batatas a Murro – Roasted Saltcod with Punched Potatoes. It consists of roasted salt cod which abundantly coated in olive oil, and it is usually paired with potatoes, onions, and garlic. It is one of the most famous …

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Portuguese Fish Stew – Caldeirada de Peixe

Caldeirada de Peixe

Caldeirada is a traditional Portuguese and Galician dish comprising varied fish, vegetables, spices and herbs, stewed in a rich broth. It is believed to have been created by fishermen, who needed a fulfilling meal after a day at sea. Back then the fish used would vary depending on the catch of the day and would …

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