CACOILA (PORTUGUESE STEWED BEEF)

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This tender Portuguese stewed beef in a rich, flavorful red wine sauce is toooooo good! It's named after the clay pot in which the stew is cooked. The pot is typically soaked overnight, then the meat is cooked at very low heat for about 7 hours. This version takes less time, is very easy, and leftovers are wonderful (recipe is easily doubled). This can be served over rice or pasta, or with small boiled white potatoes. Prep time includes overnight marinating.

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     Stew

Time 12h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs stewing beef, cubed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 medium onion, sliced
3 teaspoons dried parsley
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup red table wine
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • The day before cooking, marinate meat with crushed red peppers in a plastic bag or covered dish, overnight.
  • Place onion slices, parsley, garlic and bay leaf in the bottom of a large heavy Dutch oven.
  • Place meat on top, dot with butter, and pour combined wine and tomato sauce over all.
  • Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over very low heat for 3 to 4 hours, until meat is very tender and sauce is thickened.
  • Serve with pasta, rice or boiled white potatoes.

juthi akter
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Seak Alamin
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Wonderland Haze
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The beef is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend it.


Mk BoSs Moksidul
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I made this recipe for my family, and they loved it. The beef was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect.


Natalie Achneepneskum
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This dish was a hit! The beef was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I highly recommend this recipe.


NJ Noman
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The beef was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ethio Muslim
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful. I love serving it over mashed potatoes or rice.


AzamAli Jutt
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This is my new favorite beef stew recipe. The beef is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I love that it's a one-pot meal, too.


colin Barton
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I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. The beef was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nebu Nebu
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.