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A popular local appetizer made by grilling or flame-cooking the intensely spiced and smoky traditional pork sausage (chouriço) unique to the city of São Filipe.
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Produced thanks to Fogo Island's unique livestock traditions, this sausage is often served as a starter in São Filipe restaurants. Prepared by curing meats marinated with garlic, paprika, and local wine. Visit the Map section for the best dining spots.
The sausage is often cooked at the table by burning alcohol in special clay dishes (chouriço assado). This method is known as a signature presentation of Fogo island throughout Cabo Verde.
Ingredients
- 500g Fogo style fresh chouriço sausage
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine (preferably Fogo wine)
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Local corn bread for serving
Preparation
- Make shallow horizontal cuts on the chouriço sausage with a knife.
- Place a bit of alcohol in a traditional clay sausage roaster (assador) and light it.
- Place the sausages on the grill over the flame and cook until both sides are well browned.
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