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Dobrada (Tripe Stew)

Portuguese Dobrada (Tripe Stew)

Dobrada is a traditional Portuguese tripe stew with white beans and smoky cured meats simmered in a rich tomato and paprika broth for a comforting and hearty meal
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine portuguese
Servings 4
Calories 1203 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg beef tripe honeycomb and book tripe mixed, cleaned and cut into 5 cm strips
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 250 g dried white beans soaked overnight
  • 200 g chouriço sausage sliced into rounds
  • 150 g smoked bacon diced
  • 2 medium onions finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced into rounds
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 large ripe tomato peeled and chopped
  • 1 litre beef stock plus more if needed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • To begin, place the tripe in a large pot with water, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, simmer for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse. This step removes strong odours and tenderises the meat. Proceed to cooking beans.
  • Drain the soaked beans and place in a pot with fresh water. Simmer until just tender, about 40 minutes. Drain and set aside. Continue to preparing the flavour base.
  • Heat olive oil in a large, heavy based pot over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and bay leaves, cooking until onions soften and turn translucent. Transition to adding meats.
  • Stir in diced bacon and sliced chouriço. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing their oils and smokiness to release into the base. Move to incorporating seasoning.
  • Add sweet paprika and tomato paste, stirring to coat the mixture. Follow with chopped tomato and cook until softened and blended into the sauce. Prepare for adding tripe.
  • Place the blanched tripe into the pot. Pour in the beef stock, ensuring the tripe is submerged. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Proceed to the slow cooking stage.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of stock if the liquid reduces too much. Prepare to add beans and carrots.
  • Stir in the pre-cooked beans and sliced carrots. Continue simmering uncovered for 30 minutes until the carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning.
  • Turn off the heat and allow the stew to rest for 10 minutes to deepen flavours. Move to plating.
  • Serve Dobrada in deep bowls, garnished with chopped parsley. Offer crusty bread on the side for soaking up the rich sauce. Presentation tip: Arrange a few slices of chouriço on top for colour contrast.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 1203kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 75gFat: 77gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 37gTrans Fat: 3gCholesterol: 232mgSodium: 925mgPotassium: 2435mgFiber: 13gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 6377IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 13mg
Keyword Stew
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