Milho frito (''fried
cornmeal'' in English) is a typical
Madeira side dish made of
cornmeal, finely sliced
collard greens
Collard is a group of certain loose-leafed cultivars of ''Brassica oleracea'', the same species as many common vegetables including cabbage ( Capitata group) and broccoli ( Italica group). Collard is a member of the Viridis group of ''Brassica ...
(although
kale is a common substitute), water, garlic, lard and olive oil cooked slowly and cooled into forms. Similar to a very firm
polenta, it is cut into cubes and fried.
[
] It is usually served with
espetada
Espetada (also known as espetinho, especially in Brazil) is the Portuguese term used for the technique of cooking food on skewers, and for the dishes prepared that way. Espetada is a traditional dish in Portuguese cuisine.
In Portugal, espetada ...
and other
regional dishes in Madeira.
See also
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List of maize dishes
This is a list of maize dishes, in which maize (corn) is used as a primary ingredient. Additionally, some foods and beverages that are prepared with maize are listed.
Ingredients
Corn can be processed into an intermediate form to be cooked furt ...
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References
Madeiran cuisine
Portuguese cuisine
Maize dishes
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