THE SMOKY BOIL-SWELL

(Our Play on Cozido à Portuguesa Shortcut)

THE SMOKY BOIL-SWELL

Ingredients: 200g Chouriço, 200g Pork belly, 200g Beef brisket, 4 Potatoes, 2 Carrots, 1 Cabbage (quartered), 1 tsp Black peppercorns, 1 tsp Smoked paprika, 1 tsp Salt, 1.5L Beef stock...

Ingredients

  • 200g Chouriço
  • 200g Pork belly
  • 200g Beef brisket
  • 4 Potatoes
  • 2 Carrots
  • 1 Cabbage (quartered)
  • 1 tsp Black peppercorns
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1.5L Beef stock

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry chouriço and pork belly in a large pot until charred; remove.
  2. The Bloom Add spices and a 40ml splash of stock to the pot; the hiss will release the smoky pork essence.
  3. The Swell Add all remaining meat, stock, and vegetables; simmer covered for 30 minutes until potatoes are soft.
  4. The Marriage The liquid should be a clear, fatty, smoky mist.
  5. The Final Flourish Serve on a large platter; top with raw extra virgin olive oil and coarse salt.

Cuisine: Portuguese

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