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Rojões à Pescador

Cultural Context

Rojões à Pescador hails from Portugal's coastal regions, where seafood and hearty meats are staples. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, this dish showcases the rich flavors of pork combined with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. Its versatility has led to regional variations, making it a beloved meal across Portugal and beyond.

PortuguesePTmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
600 g cubed pork meat
200 g peeled shrimp
500 g potatoes
1 lemon
4 garlic cloves
100 g olives
200 ml white wine
salt
pepper
chopped parsley
20 g sweet paprika
1 teaspoon sweet pimento paste
3 tablespoons lard
500 ml oil
100 ml olive oil

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option while remaining flavorful.

1

Place the pork cubes in a large bowl.

2

Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

3

Add the pimento paste and chopped garlic.

4

Pour in the white wine and mix well.

5

Cover and let it marinate for at least 4 hours.

6

Heat the pan and melt the lard.

7

Add the marinated pork without the liquid and fry until golden brown.

8

Pour in the marinade and mix well, letting it cook for 30 minutes.

9

Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the potatoes until crispy and golden, then drain on paper towel.

10

Heat olive oil in a frying pan, add chopped garlic and let it cook.

11

Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until pink and cooked through.

12

Add the pork to the shrimp mixture and stir well to combine.

13

Add the fried potatoes to the pan, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and mix gently.

14

Arrange on a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges and black olives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large bowlfrying pandeep panpaper towel

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Rojões de PescadorPescador Rojões

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