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Cozido Verde (Green Cozido)
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Be the first to like this recipeCozido Verde (Green Cozido)
Cozido à Portuguesa
Prep: 35 min • Cook: 120 min. A vibrant, spring-inspired interpretation of Cozido à Portuguesa, this recipe emphasizes fresh greens like kale, spinach, and peas, paired with lighter meats and poultry for a seasonal twist.
- Preparation time
- 35 min
- Cooking time
- 2 hrs
- Total time
- 2 hrs 35 min
- Servings
- 6
- Course
- Main
- Complexity
- Medium
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Ingredients
Meats
- 18oz chicken(such as thighs or drumsticks)
- 11oz pork loin(cubed)
Vegetables
- 7oz kale(tough stems removed, roughly chopped)
- 7oz spinach(fresh)
- 5oz peas(fresh or frozen)
- 11oz potatoes(peeled and quartered)
- 3 pcs carrots(peeled and sliced)
- 2 pcs onions(chopped)
- 4 tbsp garlic(minced)
Liquids & Seasonings
- 1 3/5 qt broth(chicken or vegetable broth)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 pcs bay leaves
- 1 cup fresh herbs(chopped (e.g., parsley, cilantro))
- salt(to taste)
- black pepper(to taste)
Instructions
Prepare the Meats
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the pork loin cubes on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add the chicken pieces to the same pot and sear until lightly browned. Remove and set aside with the pork.
Build the Stew Base
- Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Return the browned pork and chicken to the pot. Add the broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes, allowing the meats to tenderize.
Add Vegetables and Greens
- Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Stir in the kale and spinach. Cook for about 5-10 minutes, until the greens are wilted and tender.
- Add the peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Finish and Serve
- Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Stir in the chopped fresh herbs just before serving.
- Ladle the Cozido Verde into bowls, ensuring each serving has a good portion of meats and vegetables.
Nutrition
- Servings
- 6
- Serving size (imperial)
- 16 oz
| Nutrient | Per serving | Per 100 g | Total (6 servings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 510.5 kcal | 113.4 kcal | 3,063 kcal |
| Protein | 38.2 g | 8.5 g | 229.2 g |
| Fat | 22.8 g | 5.1 g | 136.8 g |
| Carbs | 40.1 g | 8.9 g | 240.6 g |
Tips
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them in advance to save time during cooking.
- For a richer flavor, you can use a smoked pork product like chouriço or linguiça, sliced and added in the last 30 minutes of simmering.
- Serve hot with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth. A side of rice or boiled potatoes is also traditional.
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