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After decades of going under the radar compared to Italy and France, Portugal\u2019s food is finally having its chance to shine. The cuisine here reflects its former status as a sea power \u2013 seafood is very commonly used. Further inland, pork is the dish of choice for most. It isn\u2019t hard to find great food anywhere in Portugal – whether you\u2019re exploring the historic <\/span>streets<\/span><\/a> of Lisbon, wine-tasting in Porto, or enjoying the beauty of Madeira, a good meal is never far away! Here are some of the best dishes and treats to try on your next trip!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bacalhau<\/span><\/h2>\n

Bacalhau, or salted cod, is Portugal\u2019s signature food. This specialty has been prepared in the country for hundreds of years \u2013 in the days before refrigerators, salted cod could be transported around the former empire and not go bad. Bacalhau can prepared in many different ways \u2013 some estimate there are over a thousand different recipes in <\/span>Portugal<\/span><\/a>. However, there are a few common preparations. <\/span>Bacalhau \u00e0 Br\u00e1s<\/span><\/i> mixes shredded fish with scrambled eggs, onions, and fried potatoes. Another great recipe is the <\/span>bacalhau\u00a0\u00e0 Lagareiro<\/span><\/i>, where a loin is baked in an oven with olive oil and potatoes. No matter what preparation you end up trying, you should try Portugal\u2019s national dish at least once during your stay!<\/span><\/p>\n

Pastel de nata<\/span><\/h2>\n

This decadent egg tart is Portugal\u2019s most famous dessert and can be found everywhere in the country. It is said to have originated in the Lisbon suburb of Bel\u00e9m in 1837. The original recipe is in lockdown, passed down by the monks of the Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery from generation to generation. But it\u2019s hard to miss anywhere in Portugal, and it\u2019s even harder to pass up!<\/span><\/p>\n

Porco preto<\/span><\/h2>\n

The pigs of the Iberian Peninsula are descended from the pigs that were brought over by the Phoenician peoples in ancient times. Both Spain and Portugal have delicious ways to prepare the pork, but Portugal may justly lay claim to having the best options. <\/span>Presunto ib\u00e9rico<\/span><\/i> is a charcuterie staple that pairs well with Portuguese <\/span>wine<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Secretos<\/span><\/i> is a fatty cut that has almost the same consistency as pork belly. Some restaurants even slow cook pork for several hours in a fashion that\u2019s almost akin to Mexican <\/span>carnita<\/span><\/i>s. If you find yourself at one of these restaurants, prepare to have your mind blown \u2013 it\u2019s all you can eat, so you\u2019ll probably be there for a while!<\/span><\/p>\n

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After decades of going under the radar compared to Italy and France, Portugal\u2019s food is finally having its chance to shine. The cuisine here reflects its former status as a sea power \u2013 seafood is very commonly used. Further inland, pork is the dish of choice for most. 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