Growing up in Trás-os-Montes, Portugal, I have so many cherished memories of the delicious food my mother would make. One dish that always brings back fond memories is Posta à Mirandesa – a tender veal steak cooked to perfection and served with a flavorful sauce. I can still remember the smell of the steak grilling and the anticipation of sitting down to enjoy it with my family.
Posta à Mirandesa is a traditional dish from my home region of Trás-os-Montes. It’s made with high-quality veal steak that is seasoned with coarse salt and grilled over hot embers. The result is a tender and juicy steak that is full of flavor.
The secret to making perfect Posta à Mirandesa lies in choosing the right cut of meat. My mother always stressed the importance of selecting a thick and well-marbled veal steak to ensure that it stayed juicy during cooking. She would also cook the steak over high heat so that it developed a nice crust on the outside while remaining tender on the inside.
In addition to the steak itself, my mother would always serve Posta à Mirandesa with a sauce made from olive oil, vinegar, garlic, sweet paprika and chili pepper. This sauce added an extra layer of flavor to the dish and complemented the taste of the veal perfectly.
For me, Posta à Mirandesa is more than just a delicious meal – it’s a taste of home. Whenever I make this dish now that I’m living in the USA, I’m transported back to my childhood in Trás-os-Montes and all of the happy memories that come with it. I hope that by sharing this recipe with you, you too can experience a little bit of Portugal in your own kitchen.
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