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Cape Verde Cuisine

Africa · Western Africa

24 recipes

Signature Cape Verde Dishes

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Arroz de Atum

Arroz de Atum is a flavorful and satisfying one-pot dish from Cape Verde, featuring rice cooked with tuna, onions, tomatoes, garlic, and olives. It's a quick and easy meal, perfect for weeknights, showcasing the islands' love for seafood.

Cape Verde·Medium·50 minutes

Bacalhau com Banana Frita

A delightful Cape Verdean dish featuring salted cod (bacalhau) prepared with onions and tomatoes, served alongside sweet, crispy fried bananas. This combination of savory and sweet is a hallmark of Cape Verdean cuisine.

Cape Verde·Easy·40 minutes

Baked Fish with Vegetables and Herbs

A simple yet flavorful dish of white fish baked with a medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, showcasing the fresh seafood and produce of the islands.

Cape Verde·Easy·30 minutes

Bife de Atum Grelhado com Molho de Manga

Grilled tuna steaks served with a vibrant and slightly sweet mango salsa, offering a tropical twist to a classic Cape Verdean ingredient.

Cape Verde·Medium·3 hours 40 minutes (plus soaking time)

Cachupa Rica

Cachupa Rica is a hearty and flavorful stew, considered by many to be the national dish of Cape Verde. It's a rich version of the traditional Cachupa, made with a variety of meats, corn, beans, and vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Caldeirada de Peixe

Caldeirada de Peixe is a flavorful and rustic fish stew, a staple in Cape Verdean cuisine. It features a medley of fresh fish, root vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich broth, showcasing the islands' abundant seafood.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Caldo de Peixe com Legumes

A hearty and flavorful Cape Verdean fish stew, Caldo de Peixe combines tender chunks of white fish with a medley of root vegetables and aromatic seasonings in a rich, savory broth. It's a comforting and nutritious dish, showcasing the islands' fresh seafood and produce.

Cape Verde·Easy·1 hour 35 minutes

Canja de Galinha

A comforting and nourishing chicken and rice soup, considered a staple in Cape Verdean cuisine. It's often prepared for special occasions or when someone is feeling unwell.

Cape Verde·Easy·1 hour

Cuscuz com Feijão

A hearty and nutritious dish from Cape Verde, Cuscuz com Feijão combines the comforting texture of cornmeal porridge with the earthy flavors of beans. Often served as a breakfast or a light meal, it represents the staple ingredients of the islands.

Cape Verde·Easy·45 minutes

Doce de Batata Doce com Coco

A simple yet delightful Cape Verdean dessert featuring sweet potatoes simmered in a rich coconut milk and caramel sauce. This dish is tropical, comforting, and showcases the natural sweetness of the ingredients.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Frango com Amendoim e Legumes

A flavorful chicken dish simmered in a rich peanut sauce with a medley of fresh vegetables, reflecting West African influences on Cape Verdean cuisine.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Frango com Quiabo

A flavorful and comforting Cape Verdean dish featuring tender chicken pieces stewed with okra in a rich, savory sauce. This one-pot meal highlights the use of fresh ingredients and aromatic spices, offering a taste of traditional island cooking.

Cape Verde·Easy·30 minutes

Grelhados de Garoupa com Molho de Limão e Ervas

Grilled grouper (Garoupa) marinated and served with a vibrant lemon and herb sauce. This dish highlights the fresh seafood available in Cape Verde, prepared with simple yet flavorful seasonings.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Grogue-Marinated Grilled Pork Ribs

Tender pork ribs marinated in the distinctive Cape Verdean rum, grogue, and grilled to smoky perfection, offering a unique sweet and savory flavor profile.

Cape Verde·Medium·50 minutes

Gufonginho de Batata Doce

Gufonginho de Batata Doce are small, fried pastries made from a dough of cornmeal and sweet potato, offering a slightly sweet and satisfying bite. They are a popular treat in Cape Verde, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.

Cape Verde·Easy·35 minutes

Linguica Frita com Banana Frita

A popular and simple dish featuring pan-fried linguica (a type of Portuguese-inspired sausage) served alongside sweet, crispy fried plantains (bananas). It's a comforting and flavorful combination often enjoyed as a light meal or appetizer.

Cape Verde·Medium·60 minutes

Micha de Peixe com Banana Verde

A hearty and flavorful fish stew made with green bananas, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of Cape Verdean spices. It's a comforting and traditional dish often enjoyed on the islands.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Moamba de Galinha com Amendoim

A rich and savory chicken stew featuring the unique combination of palm oil (moamba) and peanut butter, simmered with sweet potatoes and aromatic spices. This dish offers a delightful blend of West African and Cape Verdean flavors, perfect for a comforting meal.

Cape Verde·Medium·3 hours

Modje de São Nicolau

A rich and hearty stew originating from the island of São Nicolau, traditionally made with goat meat and a variety of root vegetables. Variations can include lamb, beef, or chicken.

Cape Verde·Easy·35 minutes

Mufete de Peixe

A flavorful grilled fish dish, typically made with sea bass or similar white fish, marinated in a blend of garlic, herbs, and lemon, then grilled to perfection. It's often served with a side of boiled or fried sweet potatoes and a vibrant vinaigrette.

Cape Verde·Easy·45 minutes

Polvo a Modo Ze de Lino

A flavorful and simple octopus stew, often made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a touch of heat from peppers. It's a testament to Cape Verde's rich maritime heritage.

Cape Verde·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes (plus cooling time)

Salada de Polvo

A refreshing and light Salada de Polvo, this Cape Verdean octopus salad is a delightful mix of tender octopus, crisp vegetables, and a zesty vinaigrette. It's a perfect appetizer or side dish, highlighting the fresh seafood available in the region.

Cape Verde·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Sopa de Legumes com Peixe

A hearty and nourishing vegetable soup featuring chunks of fresh fish, common in Cape Verdean households. It's a comforting and flavorful dish that highlights the islands' fresh produce and seafood.

Cape Verde·Easy·45 minutes

Xerém Tradicional

Xerém is a traditional Cape Verdean dish made from ground corn (similar to polenta or grits), often prepared with coconut milk and served as a side dish or a light meal. This version includes fresh tuna and is a flavorful representation of island cuisine.

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