33 Brazilian Recipes
From Quindim (Coconut and Egg Yolk Custard) to Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves — browse 33 Brazilian recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit. Updated weekly.
Brazilian cuisine reflects three converging heritages: Indigenous ingredients and techniques, Portuguese colonial cooking, and the flavors brought by the African diaspora. Many iconic Brazilian dishes — including Quindim, Brigadeiro, and Moqueca de Camarão — have Portuguese or African culinary roots that were absorbed and transformed into something distinctly Brazilian over centuries. A recipe's multicultural origin does not make it less Brazilian; it reflects how the cuisine developed. Browse vegetarian or seafood filters if you need to narrow by diet.
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Shop these Brazilian recipes on Instacart →Quindim (Coconut and Egg Yolk Custard)
Quindim is a vibrantly yellow baked custard of Portuguese-African origin that has become a hallmark of Brazilian confectionery.
Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves
A simple Brazilian dessert of fresh pineapple marinated in cachaça spirit with warm spices, served chilled for a refreshing finish.
Slow-Simmered Feijoada with Orange and Tomato Salsa
A traditional Brazilian black bean and pork stew enriched with belly pork, served alongside a fresh orange and tomato salsa for a bright contrast.
Citrus Ripple Caipirinha
A refreshing twist on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha, blending fresh lime with sweet passion fruit and a hint of sugarcane spirit.
Tropical Mango Caipirinha Twist
A tropical spin on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha featuring fresh mango and cachaça for a fruity, bright finish.
Citrus-Spiced Brazilian Caipirinha Twist
A vibrant take on the classic Brazilian Caipirinha, blending fresh lime with a hint of warming cinnamon and a touch of honey for depth.
Slow-Cooked Brazilian Feijoada Black Bean Stew
A rich and hearty black bean stew with smoked pork and beef, simmered slowly for deep, comforting flavors.
Grilled Pão de Queijo Brazilian Cheese Buns
Soft, chewy Brazilian cheese buns grilled to golden perfection, bursting with rich Minas cheese flavor.
Vinagrete with Fresh Tomatoes and Cilantro
A zesty Brazilian vinaigrette salad with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, perfect as a fresh side or topping for grilled meats.
Fried Acarajé with Spicy Shrimp Vatapá Filling
Golden fritters made from black-eyed pea dough, filled with creamy, spicy shrimp vatapá sauce—a street food specialty from Bahia.
Coconut-Stewed Black Beans with Calabrian Peppers
Slow-cooked black beans enriched with creamy coconut milk and a hint of heat from Calabrian peppers, bringing a tropical Brazilian coastal flair.
Citrus and Cachaça Fizz
A refreshing, effervescent cocktail blending Brazilian cachaça with vibrant citrus and subtle sweetness for a tropical vibe.
Baked Moqueca-Style Fish with Coconut Milk and Dendê Oil
A fragrant Brazilian fish stew-inspired bake featuring white fish simmered in coconut milk, tomatoes, bell peppers, and infused with palm oil.
Pan-Seared Tilapia with Brazilian Lime and Cilantro Sauce
Lightly pan-seared tilapia fillets topped with a zesty lime and fresh cilantro sauce, perfect for a quick Brazilian-style seafood meal.
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