Picadinho A Portuguesa Recipe
Sautéed beef, pork and chicken cubes served with rice and fries
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Ingredients
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Meat
Vegetables and Aromatics
Spices and Seasonings
Sides
Method
Preparation of Meat
- 1
Sauté the Meats
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed beef, pork, and chicken. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meats from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking Vegetables
- 2
Combining Ingredients
- 3
Combine and Simmer
Return the sautéed meats to the skillet with the vegetables. Add the paprika, bay leaves, and mix well. Pour in enough water to cover the mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking Sides
- 4
Prepare Rice
In a separate pot, cook the rice according to package instructions. Generally, combine 200g of rice with 400ml of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover for 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- 5
Serving
- 6
Plate the Dish
Serve the sautéed meat mixture over a bed of rice and arrange the fries on the side. Enjoy your Picadinho a Portuguesa!