Posted on Saturday, November 18, 2017 in Beef Recipes

Portuguese Carne Assada (Roast Beef)

This Portuguese carne assada (roast beef) recipe, makes a sumptuous feast of beef with roast potatoes.
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Portuguese Carne Assada (Roast Beef)

Preparation time 15 min
Cooking Time1 h 30 min
Ready In1 h 45 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings3

Ingredients

2-3 lbs of boned rump roast1 chouriço sausage1 teaspoon of paprika4 garlic cloves, chopped1 teaspoon of tomato paste1 tablespoon of crushed red pepper sauce1/4 cup of Portuguese olive oil3 onions, sliced1 cup of red wine1/4 cup of water4 carrots, chopped15 small potatoes1 teaspoon of coriander, choppedSalt and pepper to taste
2-3 lbs of boned rump roast1 chouriço sausage1 teaspoon of paprika4 garlic cloves, chopped1 teaspoon of tomato paste1 tablespoon of crushed red pepper sauce1/4 cup of Portuguese olive oil3 onions, sliced1 cup of red wine1/4 cup of water4 carrots, chopped15 small potatoes1 teaspoon of coriander, choppedSalt and pepper to taste
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Preparation

  1. Place the meat in a large bowl and add the red wine, sliced onions, garlic, olive oil, red pepper sauce, paprika, tomato paste, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix the ingredients well in the bowl.
  2. Place the bowl covered with some plastic wrap in the refrigerator and let it marinate for 6-8 hours.
  3. Once the meat is done marinating, deskin the potatoes and place all of them in a 2 inch deep baking dish along with the chopped carrots.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Remove the meat from the marinade and place it on the baking dish, pour the marinade over the potatoes and carrots. Slice the chouriço sausage into pieces and scatter over the dish as well.
  6. Pour the 1/4 cup water over the dish.
  7. Place the baking dish in the oven and let it cook for 1 hour & 30-35 minutes uncovered or until the meat is done and tender.
  8. Check to see if the meat is done and if it is, it is ready to serve.
  9. Take it out of the oven, cover with some coriander, and serve.

Recipe & Photo Credit: easyportugueserecipes.com

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Catherine
Catherine
My favorite roast ♥️♥️♥️
2 Years ago, Friday, May 19, 2023
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Helen
Helen
Hi Eduardo, My cousin posted this recipe on Facebook yesterday. I told my husband, you have to make this. Wasn't sure where to cook covered or uncovered. Glad I read all the comments to get the answer. Will let you know how it turns out. Thank you. Helen
2 Years ago, Saturday, February 25, 2023
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Port
Thank you Helen, I have updated the recipe.
2 Years ago, Saturday, February 25, 2023
Helen
Helen
Roast was great!
2 Years ago, Saturday, February 25, 2023
Port
Glad to hear. 🙂
2 Years ago, Saturday, February 25, 2023
Olivia
Olivia
Is it my understanding I need 2 dishes in the oven?
2 Years ago, Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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