After salting, wash the meat and simmer in a pan for about 1 hour; add the cabbages and let it cook on low heat, with some olive oil and onions on the bottom of the pan.Choose ripe cabbages as they withstand a long cooking time.
Choose ripe cabbages as they withstand a long cooking time.
Contributor: José António Pedro, 65
Place: Monchique, Portugal
Personal Background:
He was born in the countryside and he is working here since 50 years;he started at 11 years old as a grocer’s apprentice.
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Mediterranean Background
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Ingredient
Nutritional Importance
Health Benefits
Pork meat
Source of protein, cholesterol and saturated fat.
Without relevant benefits.
Potato
Excellent source of vitamin A. It is also a good source of dietary fibre, vitamin B6, vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium and manganese.
It contains anti-oxidants that prevent cellular degeneration. Its fibre content helps to reduce cholesterol levels, possibly reducing the risk of heart disease.
Additional information
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No
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