brazilian Recipes
66 delicious brazilian recipes from around the world
Coxinha
Brazilian chicken croquettes - teardrop-shaped fried dough filled with creamy shredded chicken. A beloved and iconic snack in Brazil, often resembling a small chicken drumstick.
Coxinha de Frango
Brazilian chicken croquettes - teardrop-shaped fried dough stuffed with creamy shredded chicken. A beloved and iconic Brazilian snack.
Curau (Brazilian Sweet Corn Pudding)
A beloved creamy sweet corn pudding, a staple during Brazilian June festivals. This dessert features the natural sweetness of corn, enriched with milk, butter, and a hint of cinnamon.
Doce de Abóbora (Brazilian Candied Pumpkin)
A traditional Brazilian sweet made from pumpkin chunks slowly cooked in a spiced sugar syrup until tender and translucent. It's intensely sweet and often served with mild cheese for a delightful contrast.
Empadão (Brazilian Chicken Pie)
A classic Brazilian double-crust savory pie filled with shredded chicken, corn, olives, and hearts of palm, encased in a tender, flaky pastry. Perfect for gatherings and parties.
Empadão de Frango
A classic Brazilian double-crust chicken pie, known for its creamy, savory filling encased in a tender, buttery pastry. Perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Empadinha
Empadinhas are beloved Brazilian mini pies, featuring a delicate, buttery shortcrust pastry filled with a savory shredded chicken and hearts of palm mixture.
Escondidinho
Brazilian 'hidden' meat pie, featuring a rich shredded beef filling nestled beneath a creamy cassava purée, topped with melted cheese. A truly comforting dish.
Escondidinho de Carne Seca
Escondidinho de Carne Seca, translating to 'hidden dried beef,' is a beloved Brazilian comfort food. This dish features a savory, shredded dried beef filling nestled beneath a creamy, smooth cassava (manioc) purée, all topped with melted cheese and baked to golden perfection. It's a hearty and satisfying casserole perfect for any occasion.
Farofa (Toasted Cassava Flour)
A quintessential Brazilian side dish, farofa is toasted cassava flour (farinha) that adds a delightful crunchy, savory texture to any meal. This version is enriched with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and scrambled eggs.
Farofa Completa (Loaded Brazilian Cassava Flour)
A quintessential Brazilian side dish, this 'complete' farofa is a flavorful and textural delight. Toasted cassava flour (farinha de mandioca) is enriched with crispy bacon, sautéed onions, scrambled eggs, and fresh parsley, creating a perfect accompaniment to hearty meats like feijoada or churrasco.
Feijão Tropeiro
Feijão Tropeiro, a hearty and flavorful dish originating from Minas Gerais, Brazil, is traditional road food for muleteers. It features cooked beans mixed with crispy bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, sautéed collard greens, and toasted manioc flour (farofa), creating a satisfying and robust meal.
Feijoada Completa
Brazil's beloved national dish, a rich and hearty black bean stew simmered with a variety of pork and beef cuts. Traditionally served with fluffy white rice, quickly sautéed collard greens, toasted cassava flour (farofa), and refreshing orange slices to cut through the richness.
Feijoada Completa
Feijoada Completa is Brazil's beloved national dish, a rich and hearty black bean stew simmered with a variety of pork and beef cuts. Traditionally enjoyed on Saturdays, it's a celebration of flavor and communal dining.
Frango à Passarinho (Brazilian Crispy Garlic Chicken)
Frango à Passarinho, meaning 'little bird style' chicken, is a popular Brazilian bar snack featuring incredibly crispy, bite-sized pieces of chicken deeply infused with garlic and lime, then fried to golden perfection. It's a simple yet addictive dish perfect for sharing.
Frango à Piri-Piri
A classic Brazilian-Portuguese dish featuring a whole chicken, butterflied and marinated in a fiery blend of African bird's eye chilies, garlic, lemon, and olive oil, then grilled to achieve a delicious char. This recipe balances intense flavor with a satisfying smoky char.
Galinhada (Brazilian Chicken and Rice)
A vibrant and flavorful one-pot dish from Goiás, Brazil, featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with saffron-infused rice, vegetables, and the distinctive aroma of pequi (if available). This is hearty home-style cooking at its finest.
Maniçoba (Amazonian Pork Stew)
A rich and deeply flavorful Amazonian stew, Maniçoba is a traditional dish from the state of Pará, often referred to as 'Paraense feijoada'. It features ground cassava leaves (maniva) slow-cooked for days with various cuts of pork and other cured meats, resulting in a unique and hearty delicacy. The long cooking time is crucial for neutralizing the natural toxins present in raw cassava leaves.
Maria Mole
Brazilian soft candy - a light, airy, pillowy marshmallow confection with a delicate coconut flavor. Perfect as a sweet treat or party favor.
Moqueca Baiana (Bahian Fish Stew)
A vibrant and aromatic Bahian fish stew featuring tender fish simmered in coconut milk, bell peppers, tomatoes, and the distinctive flavor of dendê (palm oil). Traditionally cooked in a clay pot, this dish is a celebration of Brazilian coastal cuisine.
Moqueca Capixaba (Capixaba Fish Stew)
A lighter, brighter version of the classic Brazilian fish stew from Espírito Santo, this Moqueca Capixaba omits coconut milk and dendê oil, focusing on fresh fish, vegetables, and the subtle warmth of annatto oil. Traditionally cooked in a clay pot, it's a testament to the region's culinary heritage.
Moqueca de Peixe (Bahian Fish Stew)
A vibrant and aromatic Bahian fish stew, featuring tender white fish simmered in a rich, creamy sauce of coconut milk and the distinctive flavor of dendê (palm) oil. This dish is a cornerstone of Afro-Brazilian soul food, celebrated for its complex flavors and comforting texture.
Pacu Assado (Grilled Pacu with Farofa Stuffing)
A traditional Pantanal specialty, this dish features a whole pacu fish, a large freshwater fish, expertly stuffed with a savory farofa (toasted cassava flour) mixture, then grilled to perfection. The result is a flaky, flavorful fish with a crispy skin and a delightful, textural stuffing.
Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)
Authentic Brazilian cheese bread, featuring delightfully chewy and cheesy balls made from tapioca flour. These naturally gluten-free treats are perfect as a snack or appetizer.