Authentic Portuguese Cuisine to Try 

The sovereign state of Portugal is a most intriguing country, and was the world’s very first true global empire. It is also a thriving tourist destination with a wide variety of attractions that grace millions of visitors every year. If you ever take a visit to Portugal, it is essential that you indulge in as many authentic Portuguese dishes as you can since the nation’s food is one of her greatest treasures.

If you find yourself in the famed ‘Algarve’s Golden Triangle’, then there are many Vilamoura restaurants for you to experience, such as Emo Restaurant, which situated within the Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort. In places such as these you will find expertly prepared takes on authentic Portuguese cuisine.

One of the most iconic Portuguese dishes is the Francesinha which is a sandwich that has been covered in melted cheese and doused in a special tomato sauce that is usually served on a bed of French fries. Sometimes a fried egg is place on top of the sandwich. The contents of the sandwich can vary, but most often feature a variety of meats.

Seafood is a staple of Portuguese cuisine, especially due to the coastal nature and maritime prowess of the country. You will discover many dishes such as Arroz de Tamboril, which is Monkfish that has been prepared in a rich broth of tomatoes and garlic which results in a form of stew. Rice is also incorporated into this stew which makes it similar to a risotto.

Areas such as Aveiro are famous for their eel dishes and although it might sound a little alarming to the layman, eating eels is perfectly safe, and not to mention, quite indulgent. Caldeirada de Enguias is a famous Eel stew that is flavoured with saffron and coupled with bell peppers. This dish is reputed to be perfect when paired with some regional white wine.

If you’re a foodie at heart then Portugal is definitely a place worth visiting.

Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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