Jagacita or Jag is a traditional Portuguese dessert, particularly popular in the northern region of Minho. It is a type of baked sweet bun filled with a sweet, creamy custard filling. The custard is typically made with eggs, sugar, milk, and flour, and may also include flavorings such as lemon zest, cinnamon, or vanilla. Jagacitas are often served warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with a sweet syrup.
This article provides two recipes for Jagacitas: a traditional recipe and a simplified version. The traditional recipe uses a yeast-based dough, while the simplified version uses a baking powder-based dough. Both recipes result in delicious and authentic Jagacitas, with the traditional recipe offering a slightly more complex flavor and texture. The article also includes a recipe for a simple custard filling, which can be used in both Jagacita recipes.
JAGACITA - JAG - PORTUGAL
This recipe is submitted for play in ZWT8 - Spain/Portugal. It is a recipe by Ana Patuleia Ortins. I love rice dishes, this one sounds terrific.
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot, add the onions and sauté until they are lightly golden, then toss in the parsley, paprika and bay leaves and simmer for a minute.
- Pour in the water, cover and bring to a boil, then add the rice, salt and pepper, and re-cover.
- When the rice starts to boil, reduce the heat to simmer and cook until the rice is almost down, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the beans, recover and continue to simmer for 15 minutes more, then shut off the heat and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.5, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 591.8, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1, Protein 5.2
JAGACIDA (PORTUGUESE JAG)
My mother came from a mixed family because my Grammie was married twice, the first time to a Portugue...Mom's sister Susan is one of her half-Portugue siblings...When I was a kid, Aunt Sue used to make this Portugue Jag all the time...I used to beg her to make it and invite us (my siblings and I) for lunch...Sometimes she said NO, but when she said YES it was heavenly...I never got the recipe, much to my disappointment, but I think I've been able to reconstruct it...Here it is!
Provided by CookinwithGas
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a 2 quart saucepan; Fry linguica, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add onions and garlic, sauteeing until onions are tender and translucent; be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add water, tomato paste, and bay leaves, stirring until the tomato paste is dissolved. Add lima beans and rice, stirring to combine; bring to a boil on high temperature
- When it is boiling, turn to medium low heat and cover, cooking 20-30 minute
- Check occasionally, stir to avoid sticking, lowering the heat a smidge further if needed; rice should be fairly dry when cooked completely.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- NOTE: if you'd like to lower the fat a little, try Gaspar's turkey linguica, it's sold in the same section as the kielbasa, chorizo, etc.
- NOTE: Can this be done with brown rice? I don't know -- but if some kind soul is willing to try, please post a review with your results!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 112, Carbohydrate 44.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.1
JAG (PORTUGUESE RICE AND BEANS)
This recipe has been in my family for years. It is so easy to make. I was worried my kids would not like it but both of them had second bowls!
Provided by Cathy Chace
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Portuguese
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat; add onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, sausage, black pepper, basil, and oregano. Saute vegetable mixture until the vegetables are very tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir beans into the vegetable mixture; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour water over the vegetable mixture; add rice and stir. Place a cover on the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook until the rice is tender and the moisture completely absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 80.4 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 972.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
JAG (PORTUGUESE RICE & BEANS) RECIPE
Provided by RhondaI
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large frying pan heat olive oil and butter over medium high heat until butter is melted Add onion, garlic, chicken bouillon and Bay Leaf, saute well Add beans and four cups hot water Sprinkle with pepper and add paprika for color Bring to a boil Add 2 cups rice and stir Bring to a boil; cover and lower heat to low flame Cook for about 25 minutes (If there's still too much water after 25 minutes, continue cooking but check every 2 or 3 minutes DO NOT OVERCOOK ). •You can also use canned beans. If you do you need 2 15-ounce cans of whatever beans you like (well drained). If necessary, rinse with cold water
JAGACITA - JAG - PORTUGAL
This recipe is submitted for play in CQ3 - Azores. It is a Portugese recipe by Ana Patuleia Ortins. I love rice dishes, this one sounds terrific.
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Rice Sides
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot, add the onions and sauté until they are lightly golden, then toss in the parsley, paprika and bay leaves and simmer for a minute.
- 2. Pour in the water, cover and bring to a boil, then add the rice, salt and pepper, and re-cover.
- 3. When the rice starts to boil, reduce the heat to simmer and cook until the rice is almost down, about 15 minutes.
- 4. Stir in the beans, recover and continue to simmer for 15 minutes more, then shut off the heat and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
JAGACIDA (JAG) - BEANS AND RICE FROM CAPE VERDE
Although I'm posting this for the 2005 World Tour, this is for me a dish from childhood. My Cape Verdean mother made this often and served it with tuna fish cakes. I loved mine smothered in catsup. This makes a huge batch and we often served it reheated with more onions, linguica and fried eggs for breakfast the next day. Traditionally, it is made with kidney or lima beans but I remember Nana (my grandmother) making it with peas to accommodate my bean-hating aunt. Enjoy!
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories White Rice
Time 42m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut up onions in a 2 quart pan and simmer until golden brown in oil.
- Add 6 cups of water to onions, paprika, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper totaste.
- Bring to a boil and add 3 cups of rice. Lower heat, add beans (), cover pan and simmer for 25 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is cooked.
- Turn off stove and let stand.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.6, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 109.7, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.2
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe jaggery: This will give your jagacita a rich, full flavor.
- Do not overcook the jaggery: Overcooking will make the jaggery bitter and hard.
- Add nuts and seeds: Nuts and seeds add a nice crunch and flavor to jagacita.
- Experiment with different spices: Jagacita is a versatile dish that can be flavored with a variety of spices, such as cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg.
- Serve jagacita warm or cold: Jagacita can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Conclusion:
Jagacita is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover jaggery and is a perfect snack or dessert for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious jagacita that your family and friends will love.
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