Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.
About the recipe
Carapaus alimados are a simple and very tasty Algarve dish, served cold or at room temperature.
After being boiled and cleaned, the fish are dressed with olive oil, garlic, and vinegar, gaining freshness.
Ingredients
- 8 small mackerels
- 3 sliced garlic cloves
- 80 ml of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of vinegar
- Parsley or coriander
- Coarse salt
- Pepper
- Boiled potatoes to serve
Preparation method
- Cook the mackerels in salted water.
- Let cool slightly and remove skin and main bones.
- Arrange the fish on a platter.
- Season with garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and pepper.
- Let rest.
- Serve with boiled potatoes.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Clean the fish carefully to keep whole pieces.
- Resting improves the seasoning.
- Quality olive oil makes a difference.
Possible substitutions in Brazil
- Small sardines can adapt the recipe.
- Coriander can replace parsley.
Pairing
Dry white wine, sparkling water, or lemonade. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.
Editorial note from Empório Portugal
This recipe is part of the editorial curation of Empório Portugal, developed from Portuguese culinary tradition. Like all traditional recipes, it may vary according to region, family, and cook.
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