Enjoy this Brazilian-inspired dish as soup or stew, served with rice; shrimp and chicken are used in the classic versions.

Feature the soup as an entrée accompanied by a crisp Waldorf salad or garlic bread. Toasted pine nuts make a nice garnish.

Serve this stew with something tart to complement the rich flavor. Try grilled pineapple, rice seasoned with cilantro and lime or a tangy citrus slaw with fennel or jicama.