Variations of the dish
There are different variants depending on the region and family:
- Some recipes use beer instead of wine .
- Some add mustard or lemon juice to the marinade.
- In rural areas, meat is often cooked over charcoal rather than in the oven.
In Portuguese grill restaurants you can also find the variant “Entrecosto grelhado” , grilled ribs, which are particularly popular in the summer months.
Background and cultural significance
Entrecosto is often eaten with the family on Sundays or served at celebrations. It’s a classic dish at village festivals in northern Portugal, prepared in large quantities. The combination of few but intense ingredients and slow preparation reflects the typically Portuguese approach to cooking: natural, honest, and made with love.
Variations of the dish
There are different variants depending on the region and family:
- Some recipes use beer instead of wine .
- Some add mustard or lemon juice to the marinade.
- In rural areas, meat is often cooked over charcoal rather than in the oven.
In Portuguese grill restaurants you can also find the variant “Entrecosto grelhado” , grilled ribs, which are particularly popular in the summer months.
Background and cultural significance
Entrecosto is often eaten with the family on Sundays or served at celebrations. It’s a classic dish at village festivals in northern Portugal, prepared in large quantities. The combination of few but intense ingredients and slow preparation reflects the typically Portuguese approach to cooking: natural, honest, and made with love.
