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escudella

Escudella is a traditional Catalan stew known for its hearty mix of meats, vegetables, and legumes, often served as a two-part meal with a broth and a meat-and-vegetable portion called escudella. It holds a special place in Catalan culture, especially during festive occasions and winter months, symbolizing comfort and communal dining.

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Catalan70%
Indigenous American30%

Ingredients

  • beef shank
    500g
  • pork ribs
    300g
  • chicken
    1 whole
  • chickpeas
    200g
  • carrots
    2
  • potatoes
    3 medium
  • cabbage
    1/2 head
  • butifarra (Catalan sausage)
    2 links
  • rice or pasta
    100g
  • salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste

Method

Steps not available

Escudella dates back to medieval Catalonia, where it was a staple among rural communities, evolving as a way to use various cuts of meat and local produce in a single nourishing dish.

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

Catalan70%
ingredients+techniques
Indigenous American30%
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