Brazilian Cuisine
Discover our Main Dishes
Vaca Atolada
particularly popular in the state of Minas Gerais. It translates to "stuck cow" in English. However, no actual cow is involved in the dish. It's a hearty stew made with beef ribs (or sometimes other cuts of beef), cassava, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and typically flavored with bay leaves and other spices.
Lagosta ao Thermindor
Made by the French colony, the dish typically involves removing the lobster meat from the shell, cooking it with a mixture of ingredients such as shallots, mushrooms, white wine, and brandy, and then combining it with a rich sauce made from egg yolks, heavy cream, and cheese, often Gruyère or Parmesan.
Tambaqui
It's a popular food fish in the region of Amazon and is known for its delicious taste and firm texture. Tambaqui is often prepared grilled, fried, or in stews, and it's a staple in many Amazonian cuisines. It's appreciated not only for its taste but also for its nutritional value, being a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Escondidinho de Camarão
Escondidinho de camarão is a traditional Brazilian dish made with layers of mashed cassava or potatoes, creamy shrimp filling, and cheese. The name "escondidinho" translates to "little hidden one," which refers to the layers of ingredients with the filling hidden under the puree. It's a comforting and flavorful dish often served as a main course in Brazil.
Tropeiro
It's a Brazilian dish originating from the state of Minas Gerais, characterized by beans cooked with various ingredients like bacon, sausage, eggs, collard greens, and manioc flour. It's hearty, flavorful, and reflects the rustic nature of the traditional Brazilian cuisine, combining protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables.
Meatloaf
It's a savory cake made primarily from ground beef mixed with various ingredients such as onions, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, and spices like parsley or oregano. Often served with sides like rice, beans, or vegetables, it's a popular comfort food in Brazil.
Frango com Quiabo
Frango com quiabo is a traditional Brazilian dish that consists of chicken (frango) cooked with okra (quiabo). It's a flavorful and hearty dish often served with rice and beans. It's a popular dish in Brazilian cuisine, enjoyed by many for its rich taste and comforting qualities.
Feijoada
It's a hearty stew made with black beans and a variety of pork or beef cuts, such as pork ribs, sausage, bacon, and sometimes beef jerky. The dish is typically seasoned with onions, garlic, and bay leaves, and it's served with rice, collard greens, orange slices, and farofa (toasted cassava flour). Feijoada is enjoyed in homes and restaurants throughout Brazil.
Costelinha
It's a popular dish in Brazilian cuisine, often prepared by marinating the ribs in a flavorful sauce and then grilling or roasting them until tender and succulent. These ribs are often served with sides like rice, beans, farofa (toasted cassava flour), and salad.