Carne de porco à alentejana pork and clams
Marinated pork cubes browned and tossed with clams, with crisp potato cubes on the side.
- Time1 hr plus marinating
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.17 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the pork with the garlic, paprika, wine, bay and salt. Marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Lift the pork out, pat dry and keep the marinade. Fry in 2 tbsp oil for 10 minutes until browned, then add the marinade and simmer for 20 minutes until tender.
30 min - 3
Meanwhile fry the potato cubes in the remaining oil for 15 minutes until golden and crisp, turning often.
15 min - 4
Add the clams to the pork, cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until they open. Discard any that stay shut.
5 min - 5
Stir in the coriander, top with the potatoes and serve with lemon wedges.
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