Jagacida (Portuguese Jag)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Jagacida - A Hearty and Flavorful Portuguese Rice Dish
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 cups water
2 - 2 1/2 cups long grain white rice
2 large bay leaves
1 package linguica sausage ( or the turkey sausage equivalent )
1 tablespoon tomato paste ( no salt added preferred )
1 package lima beans ( from the freezer section )
1 large onion , chopped
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
407
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
Jagacida, also known as Portuguese Jag, is a rice dish that originates from Portugal. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is typically made with lima beans and linguica sausage. Linguica sausage is a slightly spicy, smoked pork sausage that is commonly used in Portuguese cuisine. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or potluck gathering as it can easily serve a crowd. While the sausage does add a rich flavor to the dish, it can easily be substituted with a turkey sausage or omitted for a vegetarian version. Jagacida is a comforting and delicious meal that is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2.Rinse the rice and add it to the pot of water along with the bay leaves. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice simmer until it is tender, stirring occasionally. If the water gets too low, add more as needed.
3.While the rice is cooking, heat a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, onions, and garlic to the pan and cook until the onions are translucent, stirring frequently.
4.Add the linguica sausage and cook for another few minutes or until the sausage is browned.
5.Add the tomato paste and white pepper to the pan and stir to combine. Then add the lima beans and 1 cup of water. Cover the pan with a lid and let the beans simmer until they are soft.
6.Once the rice is cooked, remove the bay leaves and add the sausage and bean mixture to the pot. Stir to combine.

PROS

Jagacida is a flavorful and filling rice dish that is easy to make.

It is perfect for a family dinner or potluck gathering.

CONS

This recipe does contain sausage, which can be high in calories and fat.

However, you can use a turkey sausage or omit the sausage altogether for a vegetarian version.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish provides a good source of protein and carbohydrates from the sausage, beans, and rice.
Lima beans are also high in fiber, which aids in digestion and can help regulate blood sugar levels.

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