Regional Steak from the Azores

Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.

About the Recipe

Regional Steak from the Azores is a generous dish, often served with egg, potatoes, and aromatic sauce.

The meat should be well-seared, while the sauce takes advantage of garlic, pepper, and the pan juices.

Ingredients

• 2 thick steaks
• 2 eggs
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 bay leaf
• 80 ml of white wine or broth
• Ground pepper or black pepper
• Butter and olive oil
• Fried or boiled potatoes
• Salt

Preparation Method

1. Season the steaks with salt, garlic, and pepper.
2. Seer in a hot skillet with olive oil and butter.
3. Set the meat aside.
4. In the same skillet, add bay leaf and wine or broth.
5. Reduce the sauce and return the steaks.
6. Serve with egg and potatoes.

Tips from Empório Portugal

• Thick steak needs a brief rest before serving.
• Pepper should enhance, not dominate.
• Utilize the bottom of the skillet for the sauce.

Possible Substitutions in Brazil

• Rump steak or tenderloin work well.
• Mashed biquinho pepper creates a milder version.

Pairing

Young red wine or light beer. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.