PORTUGUESE CACOILA

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This is a wonderful sandwich filler made from pork that cooks until it is shredded. It is spicy and can be served on rolls or on rice. There are variations to this recipe, but this one comes from my Aunt Fanny in Fall River, Mass. Thanks Aunt Fanny!

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Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs pork, cut into small pieces
2 large onions, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper (dried type or wet "Pemento Muida")
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup red table wine
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 -2 cup water
1 tablespoon Crisco

Steps:

  • Wash pork, cube and place in large pot.
  • Slice onions and place in pan.
  • Add all other ingredients.
  • Cook at low heat for 1-1/2 hours; if mixture becomes dry, add 1 cup water and stir; DO NOT ALLOW TO DRY OUT! Continue to add small amounts of water as needed; Stir often to prevent sticking.
  • Pork should be tender and break apart easily.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.4, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 190.4, Sodium 713.2, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 6.1, Protein 63.6

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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The cacoila is so elegant and delicious, and the sauce is perfect.


Addy Shown
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The cacoila was a bit too salty for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Mia Donnelly
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This was my first time making cacoila and it was a success! The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


S D Rubel121212
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I love this dish! The cacoila is always so tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I always make extra so I can have leftovers.


judith bridgens
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cacoila turned out great. I served it with roasted potatoes and vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Cody Terrazas
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cacoila was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Riton mia
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The cacoila was a bit dry, but the sauce was amazing.


Alice Ward
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This was my first time making cacoila and it turned out great! The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Creaner Tyler
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The cacoila is so juicy and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it with rice and beans.


Esther David
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


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