Caldeirada facts for kids
Caldeirada
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| Type | Fish stew |
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| Place of origin | Portugal, Galicia |
| Main ingredients | Fish, potatoes |
Caldeirada is a tasty fish stew from Portugal and Galicia, a region in northwestern Spain. It's a popular dish made with many kinds of fish and potatoes, plus other yummy ingredients. People often call it a "fishermen's stew" because it was traditionally made by fishermen using whatever fish they caught that day. This means the recipe can be a little different from one town to another!
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What is Caldeirada?
Caldeirada is a hearty stew, which is a dish cooked slowly in liquid. It's known for being packed with different types of fish. Think of it like a big, warm hug in a bowl!
How is Caldeirada Made?
This stew usually has a mix of fish. Some recipes use both lean fish (like cod or hake) and oily fish (like mackerel or tuna). It often includes shellfish too, such as clams and mussels. Sometimes, you might even find squid or octopus in it!
Besides fish and seafood, Caldeirada is full of fresh vegetables. These can include potatoes, onions, green peppers, and tomatoes.
What Spices and Flavors are Used?
To make Caldeirada extra flavorful, cooks add different spices. Common ones are salt, black pepper, bay leaf, coriander, and parsley. Some recipes also use paprika (which can be sweet or a little spicy) and oregano.
Other ingredients that add to the taste include olive oil, and sometimes a splash of white wine or even port wine. Interestingly, some cooks don't add much salt because the shellfish already makes the stew a bit salty!
Where Else is Caldeirada Popular?
Caldeirada is also well-known in Brazil. Brazil used to be a Portuguese colony, so it shares many traditions and foods with Portugal. In Brazil, Caldeirada is often described as a fragrant stew made with river fish and coriander.
Similar Fish Stews Around the World
Caldeirada is like a cousin to other famous fish stews from different countries. For example, it's similar to:
- The French bouillabaisse
- The Greek kakavia
- The Spanish zarzuela
- The Italian cacciucco
These stews all share the idea of cooking various types of fish and seafood together in a flavorful broth.
See also
In Spanish: Caldeirada para niños
