PORTUGUESE HAM HOCK AND CABBAGE STEW

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Our next door neighbor was Portugese and married to man from Spain. She made this frequently for us. She cooked it really slow and it is delicious. Spoke to my mom and she said that the original was made with regular, non-smoked hocks.

Provided by ChefRed

Categories     Stew

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 (8 ounce) cans chickpeas
7 garlic cloves
4 cups savoy cabbage, julienned
2 lbs smoked ham hocks
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
7 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked white rice
1 tablespoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the oil ,garlic, onion over medium heat until light golden color. Add the cabbage and continue to saute for 2 minutes. Add the ham hocks, drained chickpeas and salt. Continue to stir for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the stock . Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium to low. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 2 1/2 hours. Skim off any fat that rises to the surface.
  • You can substitute good bacon instead of hocks if you'd like. You can also add some white potatoes. I've even made it without any meat at all. Don't substitue Savoy cabbage for any other. Recipe needs this kind.
  • Cook 1 cup white rice separately in a pot filled with at least 4 cups water until done.Should look like soup. Drain rice, scoop out and place in stew.

CEE tole
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover ham.


shamil kenya
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I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but I really enjoyed this stew. The flavors were well-balanced and the cabbage was cooked perfectly.


Indira sapkota
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it will warm you up from the inside out.


Khan Givas
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I love the addition of the smoked paprika. It really gives the stew a nice smoky flavor.


Pro Azmain
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This stew is definitely a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


danny and lesly
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I used a slow cooker to make this stew and it turned out perfectly. The meat was so tender and the cabbage was cooked to perfection.


Chotguar Mathiang
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The ham hocks really make this dish. They add so much flavor and richness.


Skt Shards
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I've never had Portuguese cuisine before, but this stew has definitely made me a fan! It's hearty, flavorful, and comforting.


Olivia Addai
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Michael West
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This Portuguese ham hock and cabbage stew was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender.