Roupa Velha Recipe: A Classic Portuguese Christmas Comfort Food
Traditional Portuguese Roupa Velha, a comforting Christmas dish made with leftover cod, potatoes, cabbage, and eggs, sautéed in olive oil and full of nostalgic flavor.
Traditional Portuguese Roupa Velha, a comforting Christmas dish made with leftover cod, potatoes, cabbage, and eggs, sautéed in olive oil and full of nostalgic flavor.
As the name suggests, bacalhau com todos (literally, “codfish with everything”) is a dish where the cod is served with a bit of everything: potatoes, carrots, turnips, and Portuguese cabbage, all topped with a warm olive oil and garlic sauce. It’s a staple at Christmas and shows up on most Portuguese tables on Christmas Eve. …
Learn to make traditional milk rabanadas—moist, sweet, and cinnamon-flavored. Perfect for Christmas and easy to prepare.
Rice Pudding (Arroz Doce in Portuguese) is a simple dessert made with carolino rice, milk, sugar, lemon peel, and a cinnamon stick. Yet, the combination of these ingredients creates a creamy, aromatic, and truly comforting treat. It’s a traditional Portuguese dessert, especially popular in the Beira Interior and coastal regions. Traditionally enjoyed at Christmas, but …
Discover how to make Alentejo-style tomato and eggs, a traditional recipe that’s budget-friendly and light. Step by step with practical tips.