Portuguese cuisine

Caldeirada de peixe

It is a stew whose basic components are several varieties of fish, potatoes, onions, tomatoes and peppers.

Feijoada à transmontana

It is prepared with red beans or large white beans, ear, snout and smoked pork spark, various types of sausages that, after being cooked, are sauteed. Can carry tomatoes, cabbage, carrots and other condiments. It is accompanied by rice.

Polvo à lagareiro

The octopus is cooked and then grilled. It is served with olive oil and garlic and small pieces of onion.

Sardinha assada

It is customary to make this dish at popular parties, usually called Sardinhada.

Cozido à portuguesa

It is a delicacy composed of varied vegetables, meats and cooked sausages.

Bacalhau à brás

Consists of shredded cod, fried potato chips, fried onions thinly sliced, scrambled egg, olives and chopped parsley.

Leitão à bairrada

It consists of roasted piglet in which its tender flesh contrasts with the crispy skin.

Arroz de pato

It is duck rice with chorizo and is roasted in the oven.

Francesinha

It is a sandwich consisting of sausage, fresh sausage, ham, cold meats and beef steak, topped with subsequently melted cheese. It takes a tomato, beer and piri-piri sauce.

Alheira

Alheira is a typical Portuguese cuisine, whose main ingredients may be poultry, bread, olive oil, lard, garlic and paprika.

Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato

The dish is made with clams, olive oil, garlic, coriander, salt, pepper and lemon.

Caldo verde

The Caldo Verde is a cabbage soup.

Pastéis de bacalhau

These cod cakes can be served as an entree or accompaniment.

Pastel de nata

The pasteis de nata or pasteis de Belém are one of the most popular specialties of Portuguese sweets.

Queijo da serra

It is a Portuguese cheese made with sheep's milk.

Ovos moles de Aveiro

It is a simple sweet that carries water, sugar and raw egg yolk.

Bolo do caco

Bolo do caco can be found both on the island of Madeira. It is consumed as appetizer, accompaniment or as main delicacy.