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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Carcamusa

Cultural Context

Carcamusa hails from Toledo, Spain, where it is a beloved traditional dish that showcases the region's rich culinary heritage. Often enjoyed during family gatherings or festive occasions, it reflects the rustic flavors of Spanish cuisine through its hearty ingredients. Today, Carcamusa is celebrated across Spain, with variations that may include different meats or vegetables, appealing to a wide range of palates.

SpanishESToledomain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
600 g de magro de cerdo troceado
1 cebolla
2 dientes de ajo
40 g de aceite de oliva
250 g de tomate triturado
100 g de guisantes congelados
jamon serrano
70 g de chorizo
30 g de vino blanco
sal
orégano
pimienta

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thigh is leaner and more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made at home.

1

Heat the olive oil in a pan.

2

Add the chopped pork and cook until browned.

3

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.

4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and frozen peas, mix well.

5

Add the Serrano ham and chorizo, then pour in the white wine.

6

Season with salt, oregano, and pepper to taste.

7

Simmer until the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

CarcamusasCarcamusa de Toledo
Local Name: Carcamusa

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