Very common in Portugal, purslane is a PANC (Unconventional Edible Plant) still little known in Brazil. Rich in omega-3 and vitamins, the leaves of this plant are very versatile and can be used in a wide variety of recipes. And to help you add this delicious ingredient to your diet, we've put together a list of incredible options for using it!
1. Purslane rice
Ingredients
- 400g of chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 cups of water
- 1 and a half cups of rice
- 1 cup of purslane leaves
- 1 teaspoon of curry
- 1 white onion
- 1 clove of garlic
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Green herbs
Preparation method
2. Purslane and chicory salad
Ingredients
- 260 g of cherry tomatoes
- 30 leaves of chicory
- 1 bunch of purslane
- 1 tablespoon of rosemary
- 1 cup of soaked almonds
- 1 teaspoon of pink salt
- 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup of leek tea
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
Preparation method
3. Rustic purslane salad
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 dessert spoon of honey
- 1 dessert spoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup of purslane leaves
- Lettuce
- Salt
Preparation method
4. Purslane and pineapple salad
Ingredients
- 3 slices of pineapple
- 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup of purslane leaves
- 1/4 cup of cilantro
- 1/4 cup of chopped chives
- 1/4 cup of chopped parsley
- Salt
- Oil
Preparation method
5. Purslane soup
Ingredients
- 4 potatoes
- 4 eggs
- 4 slices of bread
- 2 onions
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 cup of purslane leaves
- 1 clove of garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Oil
- Minas cheese
- Parsley
Preparation method
6. Chickpea soup sautéed with purslane
Ingredients
- 2 cups of water
- 2 onions
- 1 cup of cooked grains
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1/2 zucchini
- Salt
- Oil
- Purslane
Preparation method
7. Vegan purslane soup with rice
Ingredients
- 200 g of purslane leaves
- 200 g of potato
- 150 g of tomato
- 100 g of rice
- 2 liters of vegetable broth
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Oil
Preparation method
8. Purslane soup for Christmas
Ingredients
- 400 g of stale bread
- 4 eggs
- 2 liters of water
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- 1 bunch of purslane
- 1/2 cup of fresh cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
Preparation method
9. Purslane Farofa
Ingredients
- 150g of bacon
- 2 tomatoes
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 sausage
- 1 bunch of purslane
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 cup of green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup of olives
- Black pepper
- Cumin
- Hot sauce
- Cassava flour
- Palm oil
Preparation method
10. Purslane omelet
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups of purslane tea
- 2 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 onion
- Salt
- Black pepper
Preparation method
To accompany any of these dishes, prepare a pineapple and mint juice and enjoy!
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Cooking homemade meals is one of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh ingredients, save money, and create comforting dishes packed with flavor. From hearty dinners to festive desserts and soft homemade cakes, these easy recipes are perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, and special celebrations. I always keep a mix of savory classics and sweet baked treats ready for every occasion.
Easy Chicken and Comfort Food Recipes
When I want simple and satisfying meals, I often prepare recipes from my favorite chicken recipes collection. Some of my go-to dishes include flavorful garlic chicken recipes, rich grandma sauce chicken, homemade chicken shawarma, and authentic homemade doner kebab. I also enjoy making comforting dishes like minced meat soup, stir-fried rice with vegetables, and traditional pepitoria chicken.
Favorite Homemade Desserts and Cakes
For desserts, I love browsing seasonal Christmas dessert recipes and soft homemade cakes from my favorite cake and biscuit recipes. Some standout treats include fluffy chocolate cake, profiteroles with fillings, Italian-style panna cotta, and crepes with Suzette sauce. I also regularly bake homemade apple cake, banana chocolate orange cake, gluten-free lemon yogurt cake, and classic Christmas Yule Log cake.
For even more kitchen inspiration, I also recommend trying this best brine for pork chops recipe to elevate homemade comfort meals with restaurant-quality flavor.
