Instructions
- Pork meat -2 days of salting.
- 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.
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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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. |
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Is it suggested to eat this meal if you suffer from some disease? If yes, for which one? | No |
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What nutrition related illnesses or deficiencies are common in your area? Are there holistic or nutrition based remedies connected to these aliments? | No, there is no treatment based on this recipe. |