Cacoila Portuguese Stewed Beef
Embark on a culinary journey to Portugal with Cacoila, a rustic and deeply flavorful Portuguese stewed beef recipe. This dish features melt-in-your-mouth tender beef chuck marinated in an aromatic blend of red wine, white vinegar, garlic, and warm spices like paprika, cumin, and allspice. Slowly simmered to perfection with onions and bay leaves, this hearty stew develops a rich, velvety sauce that's perfect for sopping up with crusty bread. With minimal prep and the magic of slow cooking, Cacoila makes for an irresistible meal that's perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with authentic Portuguese flavors. Whether enjoyed on its own or served alongside a fresh loaf of bread, this comforting stew is a must-try for beef lovers and fans of traditional Portuguese cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 cup Red wine
- 0.5 cup White vinegar
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water or beef stock
- 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef cubes, red wine, white vinegar, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, allspice, and bay leaves. Mix well to ensure the beef is thoroughly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Remove the beef from the marinade (reserving the marinade for later) and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Set the browned beef aside on a plate.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
Return the browned beef to the pot along with the reserved marinade. Add the salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of water or beef stock.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
Serve the Cacoila hot with crusty bread on the side for soaking up the flavorful sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.9 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.6 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 5149 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.4 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 211.8 g | 424% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 39.4 mg | 219% | |
| Potassium | 3666 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
