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Nutritional Values
560kcal
45gProtein
5gCarbs
40gFat
1gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
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Vinha d'Alhos
How to order / say it
Say it
Vinha d'Alhos — [VEEN-yah DAH-loosh]
Order
I'd like Vinha d'Alhos, please.
Locally
Quero Vinha d'Alhos, por favor.
Say locally
Pork marinated and cooked in wine, garlic, and vinegar.
Why try it?
A festive dish from Madeira, it symbolizes the island's Portuguese roots and showcases a blend of flavors typical of local gastronomy.
How it tastes
The pork is succulent, imbued with a tangy flavor from wine and vinegar, and enhanced by aromatic garlic and a hint of spice.
Origin & History — first documented: 1780
Vinha d'Alhos was traditionally prepared for the Christmas season, dating back to the arrival of Portuguese settlers. Over time, its importance spread to local celebrations.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 600 g pork shoulder
- 🍷 200 ml red wine
- 🍋 100 ml white wine vinegar
- 🧄 6 cloves garlic
- 🧂 2 tsp paprika
- 🌿 3 leaves bay leaves
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
Method
- 1 Combine wine, vinegar, garlic, and spices to make a marinade.
- 2 Submerge pork in the marinade and refrigerate overnight.
- 3 Cook the marinated pork until tender and serve hot.
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