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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 pork shoulder
200 g shrimp, peeled
500 g potatoes, peeled
1 lemon
4 cloves garlic
100 g olives
200 ml white wine
salt
black pepper
20 g sweet paprika
1 tablespoon chili 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 cubed pork shoulder in a bowl.

2

Season with salt, black pepper, and sweet paprika.

3

Add chili paste and minced garlic.

4

Pour in white wine and mix well.

5

Cover and let marinate for 4 hours.

6

Heat a large pot and melt the lard.

7

Add the marinated pork without the marinade.

8

Fry the pork until golden brown.

9

Add the marinade to the pot and stir well.

10

Let it cook for 30 minutes.

11

Heat oil in a deep skillet.

12

Fry the potatoes until crispy and golden, then drain on paper towels.

13

Heat olive oil in a separate pan.

14

Add minced garlic and cook briefly.

15

Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and black pepper.

16

Cook the shrimp until pink and cooked through.

17

Combine the pork with the shrimp in the pan and mix well.

18

Add the fried potatoes to the skillet.

19

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with lemon wedges and black olives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potbowldeep skilletcutting boardknifespatulameasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Rojões de PescadorPescador Rojões

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