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Cataplana

Cultural Context

Originating from the Algarve region of Portugal, Cataplana is a traditional dish cooked in a unique clam-shaped pot that allows for steaming and infusing flavors. It showcases the rich maritime culture of the area, often featuring local seafood and spices. Today, Cataplana is enjoyed across Portugal and has inspired variations worldwide, making it a beloved dish for gatherings and celebrations.

PortuguesePTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz linguisa sausage
1 onion
2 cubel peppers
4 garlic cloves
1 15 oz can whole peeled tomatoes
2 cups clam juice
1.5 teaspoons paprika
2 bay leaves
0.5 teaspoon saffron threads
salt
black pepper
kale
seafood (squid, clams, shrimp, mussels)
olive oil

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey chorizo

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey chorizo reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds depth without alcohol.

seafood

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is affordable and still flavorful.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and neutral in flavor.

1

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.

2

Add 8 oz of sliced linguisa sausage and cook until fat renders out.

3

Thinly slice 1 onion, cut 2 cubel peppers in half, remove seeds, and slice crosswise; slice 4 garlic cloves.

4

Add the sliced onion, cubel peppers, and garlic to the Dutch oven; stir and cook until vegetables are softened.

5

Deglaze the pan with white wine and cook for about 2 minutes until evaporated.

6

Add 1 can of crushed whole peeled tomatoes and 2 cups of clam juice; stir in 1.5 teaspoons of paprika, 2 bay leaves, and 0.5 teaspoon of crushed saffron threads.

7

Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes.

8

Add kale and seafood (squid, clams, shrimp, mussels) to the pot; cover and cook until seafood opens up.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

Dutch ovenknifecutting boardwooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

seafood

Also Known As

Cataplana de MariscoSeafood Cataplana

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