Small Scallops in Caldeirada Sauce, Ati Manel, Portugal
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Ati Manel revives a century-old family canning tradition with updated recipes rooted in Portuguese culinary history. This tin features small scallops (zamburiñas) in Caldeirada sauce—a classic coastal stew made with tomato, onion, and garlic.
A comforting, tomato-based conserva with just the right balance of sea and stew
- PRODUCER: Ati Manel
- ORIGIN: Matosinhos, Portugal
- FISH VARIETY: Small Scallops / Zamburiñas (Chlamys spp.)
- PREPARATION: Scallops are cleaned, cooked, and packed in Caldeirada sauce made with tomato, onion, garlic, and olive oil
- TEXTURE: Soft and slightly bouncy, with a clean bite
- FLAVOR PROFILE:
- Aromas: Tomato, stewed onion, and light brine
- Palate: Sweet and savory with mild scallop flavor and soft acidity from the sauce
- Finish: Gentle and warming with a clean, stewed finish
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PAIRINGS:
- Albariño, Vinho Verde, or chilled rosé
- Light lager or dry vermouth with citrus
- Marinated peppers, crusty bread, or herb salad
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Spoon over warm rice or polenta
- Serve on toast with chopped herbs and lemon zest
- Add to a seafood pasta or grain salad
- INGREDIENTS: Scallops, tomato, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt
- CAUGHT IN: Atlantic Ocean (Portugal)
Ati Manel revives a century-old family canning tradition with updated recipes rooted in Portuguese culinary history. This tin features small scallops (zamburiñas) in Caldeirada sauce—a classic coastal stew made with tomato, onion, and garlic.
A comforting, tomato-based conserva with just the right balance of sea and stew
- PRODUCER: Ati Manel
- ORIGIN: Matosinhos, Portugal
- FISH VARIETY: Small Scallops / Zamburiñas (Chlamys spp.)
- PREPARATION: Scallops are cleaned, cooked, and packed in Caldeirada sauce made with tomato, onion, garlic, and olive oil
- TEXTURE: Soft and slightly bouncy, with a clean bite
- FLAVOR PROFILE:
- Aromas: Tomato, stewed onion, and light brine
- Palate: Sweet and savory with mild scallop flavor and soft acidity from the sauce
- Finish: Gentle and warming with a clean, stewed finish
-
PAIRINGS:
- Albariño, Vinho Verde, or chilled rosé
- Light lager or dry vermouth with citrus
- Marinated peppers, crusty bread, or herb salad
-
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Spoon over warm rice or polenta
- Serve on toast with chopped herbs and lemon zest
- Add to a seafood pasta or grain salad
- INGREDIENTS: Scallops, tomato, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt
- CAUGHT IN: Atlantic Ocean (Portugal)