The Ultimate Portuguese Comfort Food!

white wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Apple cider vinegar offers similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be more economical.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while bulgur is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often cheaper.

Season chicken legs with salt and let rest for a minimum of 30 minutes.

Lightly coat the chicken legs in flour.

Heat olive oil in a heavy bottom pot over medium high heat until shimmering.

Add chicken legs skin side down in batches and brown on both sides, then set aside.

Lower heat to medium and add chopped onion with a pinch of salt; cook until soft and golden, about 8-10 minutes.

Add minced garlic and garlic paste; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in red wine, white wine, balsamic vinegar, and white wine vinegar; stir and let reduce for 3-5 minutes.

Add dark soy sauce, bay leaves, and a splash of fish sauce; stir and let simmer for a few minutes.

Nestle browned chicken back into the pot and pour in chicken stock to cover the chicken.

Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cover; cook for 40-45 minutes.

Check liquid level and adjust if necessary before adding rice.

Stir in medium grain rice and gently settle it under the surface; cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes without stirring.

Check rice for tenderness and adjust sauce consistency if needed; let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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