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Cook taste serve, Pavel Morillo, and Francisco Saenz

Our menu is based on the most popular dishes in Portugal and I believe around the world as well. You will learn:

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Our menu is based on the most popular dishes in Portugal and I believe around the world as well. You will learn:

Starter: - Bolinhos de bacalhau (COD cakes) - Olive tahini sauce Main dish: - Portuguese chicken style- Peri Peri sauce - Mushroom Risotto - Vegetable brothDessert: - Pasteis de Nata (Portuguese custard tarts) You're a visual person? No problemo please check out our trailer video. Also, we made sure that the courses are easy going, step by step process and that i'm present all the way through all the lectures for assistance. If you have any questions please feel free to comment me and I will reply back as soon as we can.

In portuguese we say "Muito Obrigado" it means thank you very much. :)

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Learning objectives

  • At the end of my course, you will be able to cook portuguese traditional food.
  • You will know how wonderful and delicious is our portuguese cuisine
  • You will know how to prepare those ingredients from each menu
  • Full recipe provided for each lecture! just print them out and go shopping with your ingredients right away!
  • New and original concept, present your food to your love ones like in a restaurant! with our 3 course meal concept. starter, main dish and dessert.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this lecture I introduce myself ,my experiences and my passion for cooking. Contact me if you have any question or comment. Enjoy the ultimate Portuguese course !

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In this lecture you will learn how to cook Bolinhos de bacalhau.

Originally from Northern Portugal and (literally "codfish cakes") or pastéis de bacalhau name in Central and Southern Portugal, particularly in the Lisbon. Ideally, they should be slightly crunchy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside.

In this lecture you will learn how to make an Olive sauce.

Olive, the Perfect companion of any mediterranean friend! You can't go wrong with this beautiful olive and tahini sauce mixture. This zesty, thick and umami dipping sauce will get the party going.

In this lecture you will learn how to perfectly cook portuguese chicken!

What on this earth is better than Portuguese chicken ? (Hint: the correct answer is nothing. Nothing on this earth is better than Portuguese chicken) Thankfully for the literal billions of us who love Portuguese chicken, cooktasteserve happens to be literally the only one to provide you the recipe on Udemy for delicious Portuguese chicken. Learn how to cook this masterpiece in few steps.

In this lecture you will learn how to cook PERI PERI SAUCE.

Peri Peri also spelled piri piri or pili pili, this little chili pepper grows in most areas in africa and it was brought to Goa, india by the Portuguese. Piri piri sauce (used as a seasoning or marinade) is Portuguese in origin and "especially prevalent in Angola, Namibia, Mozambique and South Africa". Learn how to cook this famous secret recipe.

In this lecture you will learn how to cook risotto.

Risotto is a northern Italian rice dish cooked in a broth to a creamy consistency. The broth can be derived from meat, fish, or vegetables. Many types of risotto contain butter, wine, and onion. In portugal, risotto used to be cooked in tomato paste or mushroom. Enjoy this complimentary recipe that will suit perfectly with the Portuguese chicken.

In this lecture you will learn how to cook Pasteis de nata

Pastel de nata is a Portuguese egg tart pastry common in Portugal, the Lusosphere countries and regions (which include Brazil, Angola, Mozambique, Cape-verde, Sao tomé and principe, Guinea Bissau, Timor-leste, Goa, Malacca and Macau, and countries with significant Portuguese immigrant populations.

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Reading list

We've selected 18 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in The ultimate portuguese food.
This comprehensive volume is the definitive reference for Portuguese cuisine, documenting over 550 recipes from across the country. It is an essential reference tool for any student wanting to understand the breadth of regional variations in dishes like Bolinhos de Bacalhau. While the course focuses on a specific three-course meal, this book provides the deep culinary background and professional techniques required to master the entire Portuguese repertoire.
Published in 2021, this book explores the emotional and traditional connections of Portuguese flavors, adding significant depth to the course's 'passion for cooking' theme. It provides a modern perspective on the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet mentioned in the course description. The recipes for starters and desserts complement the three-course meal concept taught by the instructor.
This 2022 publication focuses on the most popular dishes in Portugal, mirroring the course's objective to teach 'the most popular dishes.' It serves as an excellent additional reading for those who want to expand their menu beyond the course's specific risotto and chicken recipes. The book is highly accessible and uses ingredients easily found in international supermarkets.
Written by a renowned chef, this book offers a sophisticated look at the food of Lisbon, including professional-grade tips for making Pasteis de Nata. It adds breadth to the course by explaining the urban evolution of traditional dishes like Bolinhos de Bacalhau. While technically more challenging, it valuable reference for students aiming for the 'restaurant experience' mentioned in the course.
Deep dive into the heritage of Portuguese cooking and serves as a useful reference tool for understanding the origins of Piri Piri. It provides the necessary background on how spices from former colonies influenced the national palate. The instructions for traditional breads and broths are excellent prerequisites for the course's risotto and starter modules.
As a seminal work by a James Beard Award winner, this book is commonly used as a textbook for understanding the 'modern' Portuguese pantry. It explains the importance of olive oil and tahini-adjacent flavors in a way that supports the course's unique dipping sauce recipes. It adds significant breadth to the student's understanding of how Portuguese food is evolving globally.
This 2019 release comprehensive collection that focuses on the step-by-step process, similar to the course's teaching style. It is particularly helpful for visual learners who need clear instructions on preparing ingredients for a three-course meal. It serves as a great review material for those who have completed the course and want to try more varieties of starters.
Provides a high-end chef's perspective on Portuguese cuisine, making it ideal for the course's goal of creating a 'restaurant experience.' It offers advanced techniques for chicken and seafood that add depth to the basic skills taught in the lectures. It is more valuable as additional reading for those looking to elevate their presentation and plating skills.
This beautifully photographed book focuses on the vibrant food scene of Lisbon, providing more breadth to the course's dessert and pastry section. It provides excellent background on the history of the Pastel de Nata and its prevalence in the Lusosphere. The recipes for small plates (petiscos) are great supplements for the course's starter module.
Scholarly exploration of the history of Portuguese cooking, providing academic depth to the course. It explains the complex history of Piri Piri peppers and their journey from Africa to India and back to Portugal. It useful reference tool for students interested in the 'why' behind the flavors they are cooking.
This evocative book specifically addresses the Piri Piri flavors mentioned in the course's main dish syllabus. It provides the cultural context of how Portuguese explorers influenced the cuisines of Angola and Mozambique. It is highly valuable as additional reading to understand the international reach of Portuguese culinary techniques.
Acts as a culinary map, providing background on the local producers of olive oil and wheat mentioned in the course description. It adds breadth by showcasing the people and places behind the recipes. It is an excellent companion for students who want to understand the 'traditional flavors' in their original geographical context.
This guide practical reference for the most popular dishes and how they are served in Portugal today. It reinforces the course's objective of knowing 'how wonderful and delicious' the cuisine is through cultural anecdotes. It is particularly helpful for understanding the restaurant culture that the student is trying to replicate.
Provides a concise overview of the national dishes, focusing on the simplicity and health benefits of the Portuguese diet. It serves as a useful reference for the staple ingredients like salt cod and olive oil. The clear, step-by-step recipes are a perfect match for the course's 'easy going' teaching style.
A modern, lifestyle-focused cookbook that explores the coastal culture of Portugal and its seafood. It provides a contemporary background for the Bolinhos de Bacalhau recipe and the importance of fresh ingredients. It adds a youthful, modern breadth to the traditional recipes taught in the course.
This specialized book focuses on the art of Portuguese baking, providing much-needed depth to the Pasteis de Nata module. It acts as a technical reference for dough preparation and custard consistency. It valuable additional reading for students who want to specialize in the dessert portion of the three-course meal.
This 2018 work focuses specifically on the flavors of the capital, providing context for the Southern name 'pastéis de bacalhau' mentioned in the syllabus. It adds professional depth to the course's starter and dessert modules. It is highly recommended for students who want to master the 'creamy consistency' of risotto and tarts.

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