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espetada

🇵🇹 A dish from Portugal

espetada, a dish from Portugal
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Espetada is the Portuguese term used for the technique of cooking food on skewers, and for the dishes prepared that way. Espetada is a traditional dish in Portuguese cuisine.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsbeef cubes, garlic, bay leaf, coarse salt, olive oil
🔥Cooking methodmarinated chunks threaded on skewers and grilled over coals
👅Flavour & stylesavory, garlicky, smoky, rustic
🕒When it’s eatenshared main, festive or casual gatherings

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Frequently asked questions

Where does espetada come from?
espetada is a dish that originated in Portugal.
What is espetada?
Espetada is the Portuguese term used for the technique of cooking food on skewers, and for the dishes prepared that way. Espetada is a traditional dish in Portuguese cuisine.