This Christmas, many families are bringing the tradition of Salpicão to their dining tables, celebrating with delightful variations of this festive dish. Salpicão, often associated with the festive period, is typically prepared using chicken or pork, accompanied by fresh vegetables, fruits, and creamy dressings like mayonnaise. Looking to spice up your own Christmas dining experience? Here are three fantastic Salpicão recipes to explore!
First, let’s look at the Smoked Chicken Salpicão. This vibrant salad is packed with flavor and is fairly easy to prepare. Ingredients include:
- 1 smoked chicken
- 2 grated carrots
- 3 celery stalks
- 2 green apples
- 3 slices of canned pineapple
- Chopped parsley and chives to taste
- ½ cup of raisins
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 400 grams of mayonnaise
To prepare, simply shred the smoked chicken and remove the skin. Combine with the pineapple, green apples, lime juice, raisins, carrots, celery, parsley, and chives. Mix thoroughly, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the mayonnaise. Once mixed, adjust the seasoning as necessary! This dish is as colorful as it is delicious and will surely impress your guests!
Next is the Pork Salpicão, featured by David Cisas on Jornal do Campo. This recipe promises to be the highlight of your feast. According to Cisas, the secret lies within the preparation of the pork.
"Esse porco, é um porco caipira. Eu sempre faço carne na lata, eu frito na própria banha do porco," Cisas mentioned, emphasizing the special flavor of country pork. Here’s how to create this scrumptious dish:
- 300g of canned pork
- 1 chopped carrot
- 1 can of corn (170g)
- 1 cup of peas (120g)
- 1 lime for juicing
- 1 cup of chopped raisins (120g)
- 150g of potato sticks
Begin by placing the canned pork in a large bowl and adding lime juice. Then mix in the raisins. If raisins aren’t your thing, David suggests options like bananas or nuts as substitutes. After this, incorporate the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine everything with mayonnaise for creaminess. Serve it beautifully topped with potato sticks and fresh herbs!
For those hoping for something simpler, check out the Easy Salpicão recipe! This crowd-pleaser is not only delicious but also quick to make and requires minimal cooking effort. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 kg of cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 700g of chopped ham
- 100g of raisins
- 100g of chopped olives
- 3 chopped tomatoes
- 200g of sweet corn
- 200g of peas
- 1 tablespoon of parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 chopped green peppers
- 1 small chopped onion
- 2 chopped apples, peeled
- 250g of mayonnaise
For preparation, it’s best to soak the onion in sugar water to soften its flavor, making it less pungent. Combine all ingredients, ensuring they are well mixed and served chilled. This refreshing dish is perfect for summer Christmases and will undoubtedly make your holiday table stand out!
With these three delightful recipes for Salpicão, your Christmas dinner will not only pay homage to festive tradition but will also invite creativity and warmth to your gatherings. Whether you're opting for the classic smoked chicken, the hearty pork version by David Cisas, or the easy yet elegant variation, you’re poised to impress and delight your family and friends this holiday season.
