Portuguese Recipes

Hailing from the sun-drenched coast of the Algarve, Carapaus Alimados is a masterclass in coastal simplicity and traditional preservation. This iconic dish features horse mackerel ...

Named after the 19th-century poet Raimundo António de Bulhão Pato, this iconic Portuguese masterpiece is the ultimate celebration of coastal simplicity. Fresh clams are bathed in a...

Hailing from the rugged Atlantic island of Madeira, the Espetada is a masterclass in rustic Portuguese grilling. Traditionally skewered on bay laurel branches, high-quality beef is...

Born in the 18th century within the walls of the Jerónimos Monastery, these iconic Portuguese tarts are a masterclass in texture and balance. They feature a shatteringly crisp, spi...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched shores of Nazaré with this quintessential Portuguese seafood rice. Unlike a dry Spanish paella, Arroz de Marisco is served 'malandrinho'—l...

Transport your taste buds to the sun-drenched coasts of Portugal and Mozambique with this vibrant, fiery, and deeply aromatic Piri Piri sauce. This recipe strikes the perfect balan...

Transport your kitchen to the sun-drenched plains of Alentejo with this rustic, soul-warming masterpiece of Portuguese comfort food. This dish celebrates the 'marriage of necessity...

Hailing from the heart of Portuguese comfort cooking, Bacalhau à Assis is a sophisticated variation of the beloved Brás style, distinguished by the addition of savory cured ham. Th...

Hailing from the historic Bairro Alto district of Lisbon, Bacalhau à Brás is perhaps the most beloved comfort food in the Portuguese repertoire. This exquisite dish marries tender ...

Hailing from the historic Ribeira district of Porto, this legendary dish was created by 19th-century cod merchant José Luís Gomes de Sá. It is a masterful marriage of flaked salt c...

A true cornerstone of Portuguese gastronomy, Bacalhau à Lagareiro celebrates the harmonious marriage of salt cod and the season's finest extra virgin olive oil. The name 'Lagareiro...

Transport your senses to the cobblestone streets of Lisbon with this vibrant, soul-warming salt cod masterpiece. This traditional preparation celebrates the 'faithful friend' of Po...

Hailing from the lush Minho region of Northern Portugal, this rustic masterpiece showcases the perfect marriage of crispy fried salted cod and a luscious, paprika-infused onion com...

Hailing from the historic city of Braga, this iconic Portuguese masterpiece features thick loins of salt cod fried to golden perfection and nestled atop a bed of hand-cut, rounds o...

Hailing from the rugged, mountainous region of northeastern Portugal, this dish is a masterclass in rustic comfort, combining the ocean’s bounty with the earthy treasures of the la...

Born in the 1940s in a famous Porto eatery, this iconic dish is a masterclass in Portuguese comfort, featuring succulent salt cod loins poached in aromatic milk. The fish is nestle...

Bacalhau com Natas is a beloved Portuguese masterpiece that transforms salted cod into a luxurious, golden-baked gratin. This dish marries tender flakes of Atlantic cod with crisp,...

Known as the 'Faithful Friend' of Portugal, this dish translates to 'Cod with Everything' and is the quintessential centerpiece of a traditional Portuguese Christmas Eve. This rust...

Experience the pinnacle of Portuguese seafood with this exquisite 'Yellow Cure' cod, a premium salt-cod aged for over a year to achieve its signature straw-gold hue and deep, umami...

Originating from the legendary 'Cozinha Velha' restaurant in the Queluz National Palace, this 'Spiritual' Cod is the most ethereal and elegant of Portugal's many cod dishes. It tra...

This quintessential Portuguese masterpiece brings together the flaky, savory depth of salted cod with the rustic, golden crunch of 'Broa de Milho' (traditional cornbread). Bathed i...

Born from the sun-drenched Atlantic coast of Portugal, Caldeirada de Peixe is a rustic, layered masterpiece that celebrates the ocean's bounty. Unlike a stirred soup, this stew is ...

A lighter, sophisticated cousin to the traditional meat-heavy feijoada, this white bean stew with salt cod is a coastal Portuguese masterpiece. It marries the buttery texture of Ca...

Transport yourself to the sun-drenched coast of Portugal with this 'malandrinho' style rice, characterized by its loose, saucy consistency and deep umami flavors. Monkfish, often c...