Originating in Bahia, acarajé is a delicious deep-fried ball made from black-eyed peas, filled with vatapá (a creamy shrimp paste) and caruru (okra stew
A unique soup from the Amazon, tacacá is made with jambu (an Amazonian herb), tucupi (a yellow broth from manioc root)
Brazil’s famous feijoada is a hearty stew made with black beans, pork cuts, sausage, and spices, traditionally served with rice
Pão de queijo (cheese bread) is a beloved snack from Minas Gerais made from tapioca flour and cheese, resulting in a soft, chewy texture.
Moqueca is a seafood stew with two regional variations: Moqueca Capixaba from Espírito Santo and Moqueca Baiana from Bahia.
Cuscuz Paulista is a traditional dish from São Paulo, made with cornmeal, shrimp, vegetables, and spices, molded into a circular shape.
The Brazilian barbecue, or churrasco, originated in Rio Grande do Sul and features various cuts of meat grilled on open flames