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Cozido Verde (Green Cozido)

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Cozido 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

  1. 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.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the same pot and sear until lightly browned. Remove and set aside with the pork.

Build the Stew Base

  1. Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Return the browned pork and chicken to the pot. Add the broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  4. 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

  1. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  2. Stir in the kale and spinach. Cook for about 5-10 minutes, until the greens are wilted and tender.
  3. Add the peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Finish and Serve

  1. Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Stir in the chopped fresh herbs just before serving.
  3. 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
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (6 servings)
Calories510.5 kcal113.4 kcal3,063 kcal
Protein38.2 g8.5 g229.2 g
Fat22.8 g5.1 g136.8 g
Carbs40.1 g8.9 g240.6 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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