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Churrasco

Churrasco is a traditional Brazilian barbecue known for its succulent grilled meats, especially beef, cooked over open flames or coals. It is a social and cultural event that reflects Brazil's gaucho heritage and communal dining traditions.

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Last updated 4/1/2026

Originating from the southern Brazilian gauchos in the Pampas region, churrasco developed as a practical way to cook large cuts of meat while herding cattle, becoming a symbol of Brazilian barbecue culture.

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