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About the Recipe
Portuguese-style roasted veal is a family feast dish, made to go into the oven with time and care.
The secret is to season well, roast slowly, and let the potatoes absorb the sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg of veal for roasting
- 1 kg of potatoes
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 200 ml of white wine
- 100 ml of olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Parsley for garnish
Preparation Method
- Season the meat with garlic, wine, bay leaves, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Let it rest for a few hours.
- Place the veal in a roasting pan with olive oil and marinade.
- Roast covered until it starts to become tender.
- Add the potatoes and continue roasting uncovered.
- Slice and serve with the sauce.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Roasting slowly keeps the meat juicy.
- Baste the meat during roasting.
- Add the potatoes later to prevent them from falling apart.
Possible Substitutions in Brazil
- Use maminha, lagarto, or beef shoulder as adaptations.
- Paprika can be used instead of colorau.
Pairing
Red wine from Douro or Dão. 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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