The lacón with grelos is a traditional dish from Galicia, perfect for the autumn and winter seasons. It combines desalinated lacón, grelos, chorizos, and potatoes in a simple, homemade recipe that celebrates earthy flavors.
Grelots, leafy green vegetables, add a nutritious and unique touch, while the lacón meat and chorizos give flavor and body.
This recipe can be prepared in a pressure cooker or in a pot simmered slowly, making each bite a comforting experience full of authentic Galician flavor.
Lacón with Grelots
Ingredients
300 grams of Desalinated lacón
1 Bundle of grelos
2 Chorizos
4 Potatoes
1 pinch of Salt
Olive oil
Pimentón de la Vera
Preparation
Step 1 : The desalinated lacón should be placed in a pot with water and simmered over low heat for about an hour.
Step 2 : Meanwhile, the grelos are carefully washed and cleaned to remove any impurities.
Step 3 : After that time, in another large pot, add the potatoes, chorizos, and lacón along with their cooking water, and cook for about 15 minutes.
Step 4 : Then, add the grelos to the pot and continue cooking together for about 30 minutes, adjusting the time if necessary depending on the size of the potatoes.
Step 5 : Just before serving, salt can be added to the potatoes and grelos to taste, along with a drizzle of olive oil.
Step 6 : For an extra touch, you may optionally add Pimentón de la Vera, which will impart a smoky and delicious flavor.
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