Authentic Brazilian Home Cooking: Simple, Delicious Recipes for Classic Latin American Flavors

by Olivia Mesquita

Overview

Bring Brazil to Your Kitchen

Learn to cook like a Brazilian native with this love letter to traditional Latin American cooking from Olivia Mesquita. Inspired by the food Olivia’s grandmother made her as a child, these crowd-pleasing recipes draw from generations of vibrant Brazilian flavors, cooking and culture. Recreate the taste of your childhood with a mouthwatering Carne Louca (Braised Beef with Onions, Tomato and Peppers) that will rival even your mother’s, or try your hand at delicious recipes like Plantain Gnocchi or Pastel de Bacalhau (Fried Cod Empanadas). Or, if you’re new to Brazilian cuisine, expand and delight your palate with authentic, standout dishes like Barreado na Panela de Pressão (Instant Pot Cumin Beef Stew) or Bobó de Frango (Chicken with Yuca Stew).

Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your Brazilian roots or simply to spice up your weekly meal rotation, these simple, easy-to-make recipes are sure to be a success among family and friends.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781645679578
Publisher:	Page Street Publishing
Publication date:	06/20/2023
Pages:	152
Sales rank:	1,000,917
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.35(d)

About the Author

A Brazilian expat, Olivia Mesquita is the creator of the popular food blog Olivia’s Cuisine, where she shares cooking tips and globally-inspired recipes. She has partnered with brands like ShopRite and Kings Food Markets, and her work has been featured by publications including Buzzfeed, Parade and Country Living. Olivia lives in New Jersey with her husband and two daughters.

Editorial Reviews

This is an amazing cookbook! You’ll find the most authentic and traditional Brazilian foods you can possibly dream of. These recipes will leave you asking for more!”

— Olivia Ribas, creator of Primavera Kitchen

“Olivia’s expertise and easy-to-follow approach will have you falling in love with Brazilian cuisine in no time!”

— Shadi Hasanzadenemati, creator of Unicorns in the Kitchen

“Olivia’s book is absolutely mouthwatering! I want to run to the kitchen to make every single dish.”

— Amanda Powell, creator of A Cookie Named Desire

“The recipes in this book are quickly becoming "go-to" recipes in my home!”

— Dina Deleasa-Gonsar, creator of Dish It Girl

From the Publisher

06/10/2024

Mesquita, who blogs at Olivia's Cuisine, makes her debut with a cookbook that's gorgeous from start to finish, featuring not just beloved family recipes but also dishes reflective of the broad scope of Brazilian cuisine. The book is divided into five sections: Carnes (meats, including beef, chicken, pork, and seafood), Vegetarianos (vegetarian dishes and sides), Arroz e Feijão (rice and bean dishes), Petiscos (snacks, appetizers, and bar food), and finally, Sobremesa (desserts and treats). Pictures accompany each of the recipes. While most ingredients should be available at local grocery stores in the United States, a trip to a specialty market might be needed for others. Readers can explore classic dishes such as carne loca (braised beef with onions, tomato, and peppers, generally served in a bread roll), a vegetarian version of moqueca (typically a stew made with seafood), and an instant-pot recipe for feijoada, the rich black bean stew that serves as Brazil's national dish. Along the way Mesquita provides extra information on foods that are typical of the various states and regions of Brazil. VERDICT Readers will appreciate this celebration of Brazilian cuisine through delicious and vibrant recipes.—Whitney Bates-Gomez

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