São Miguel Style Cachupa

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It is a traditional corn and bean-based stew that plays an important role in the daily life of locals in the São Miguel region. Although known throughout Cabo Verde, it is mostly prepared here with fresh seafood.

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Cuisine

It is the most consumed and highly satisfying dish on the coasts and villages of São Miguel. Undeniably the heart of Cabo Verde cuisine, this dish is made with local corn grown in the fertile areas seen on the Map.

Fresh fish brought in early in the morning from the Calheta port add a unique and sea-scented flavor to this local version. It is frequently found in regional restaurants.

Ingredients

500g hominy corn
200g dry beans or kidney beans
500g fresh fish or local meat
1 large sweet potato
1 onion and 3 cloves of garlic
Olive oil, salt, and bay leaf

Preparation

Soak the corn and beans in plenty of water overnight.
The next day, drain and boil them in a large pot for about 2 hours until tender.
Lightly sauté the fish or meat with onion and garlic in olive oil in a separate pan.
Dice the sweet potatoes and add them to the pot along with the sautéed ingredients.
Simmer slowly over low heat for another 45 minutes until all the flavors blend together.

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