Brazilian Mexidão
Mexidão is a popular and flavorful Brazilian dish that combines white rice, crispy pork cracklings (torresmo), cooked beef, eggs, and sausages. Rich in generous ingredients and perfectly seasoned with parsley and aromatic herbs, it is a delicious blend of flavors and textures that feels surprisingly light despite its hearty composition.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 cups white rice
- 7 oz pork cracklings (torresmo or crispy bacon bits)
- 10.5 oz cooked beef
- 4 large eggs
- 6 small sausages
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp aromatic herbs
- 5 oz kale (couve) - optional
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- 1
Cook the white rice according to standard instructions and set aside.
- 2
Cook the beef and sausages until thoroughly cooked through.
- 3
Fry the pork cracklings until they reach a crispy texture.
- 4
Cook the eggs (scrambled or fried according to preference).
- 5
If desired, lightly blanch the kale.
- 6
Combine all ingredients in a large dish: rice, pork cracklings, beef, sausages, eggs, and kale.
- 7
Season generously with the parsley and aromatic herbs.
- 8
Mix well and serve hot.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra flavor, do not hesitate to add kale, which makes the dish even more delicious. You can prepare the components in advance and assemble them just before serving.
