Brazilian Galinhada
Galinhada is a comforting Brazilian one-pot chicken-and-rice dish closely associated with Goiás and Minas Gerais, where it is made for practical family meals. Bone-in chicken …
Brazilian Acaraje
Acaraje is a celebrated Afro-Brazilian street food from Bahia, where black-eyed-pea fritters are fried in red palm oil and split for generous savory fillings. This …
Brazilian Picanha (Churrasco-Style Steak)
Picanha is the prized rump-cap steak at the heart of Brazilian churrasco, prized for its thick, flavorful layer of fat. Simple seasoning and high heat …
Brazilian Quindim (Glossy Coconut Egg Custard)
Quindim is a beloved Brazilian sweet with a jewel-bright yolk custard, coconut at the base, and a glossy finish. Gentle bain-marie baking keeps the custards …
Brazilian Batida de Coco (Coconut Cocktail)
Batida de coco is a creamy Brazilian cocktail that pairs the grassy warmth of cachaça with coconut and a touch of lime. Everything is blended …
Brazilian Moqueca with Coconut and Seafood
Moqueca is a Brazilian coastal stew built around fresh seafood, coconut milk, peppers, tomatoes, and bright herbs. The broth comes together quickly in one pot, …
Brazilian Coxinhas (Chicken Croquettes)
Coxinhas are beloved Brazilian party snacks shaped like little teardrops. A creamy shredded chicken filling sits inside a tender dough shell before the croquettes are …
Brazilian Moqueca de Peixe with Coconut and Lime
Moqueca de peixe is a bright Brazilian fish stew built from coconut milk, tomatoes, peppers, onions, cilantro, and lime. It is especially associated with Brazil’s …
Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)
Feijoada is Brazil’s beloved black bean stew, traditionally simmered with smoky pork and served with rice, oranges, collard greens, and farofa. It is hearty, deeply …
Cod Fish Balls
Cod fish balls, known as “Pastéis de Bacalhau” in Portugal or “Bolinho de Bacalhau” in Brazil, are a beloved appetizer with a crispy exterior and …