Biltong Guides & Recipes | Raw Sintra

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South African Food in Portugal: A Taste of Home
For South Africans in Portugal, a little taste of home goes a long way. Starting with proper biltong. Read more...
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A High-Protein Food Guide for Expats in Portugal
Missing familiar high-protein foods in Portugal? Here's what to look for, biltong included. Read more...
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Biltong em Lisboa: Onde Encontrar
À procura de biltong a sério em Lisboa? Veja onde encontrar carne seca ao ar, feita ali ao lado em Sintra. Read more...
A board of biltong with cheese, olives and bread at a café table on a Sintra street
What to Eat in Sintra: A Local's Guide
Beyond the famous pastries, here's what to eat in Sintra, including the biltong we make right here. Read more...
Biltong with its ingredients and a crossed-out sugar symbol
No-Sugar Biltong: Why It's Worth Seeking Out
Most dried meats hide sugar. Here's why no-sugar biltong is worth seeking out, and where to find it. Read more...
Sliced biltong on a wooden board with a sprig of fresh herbs
Biltong and the Carnivore Diet
Five ingredients, all simple, mostly beef. Why biltong suits a carnivore way of eating. Read more...
Corredor a comer biltong num trilho costeiro
Biltong para Corredores
Proteína a sério que cabe no cinto de corrida e não precisa de frigorífico. Porque os corredores escolhem biltong. Read more...
Biltong ao lado de carne de vaca crua e das especiarias da receita
Informação Nutricional do Biltong
Calorias, proteína, hidratos e gordura do biltong, explicados de forma clara, e como o nosso se compara às outras opções. Read more...
Oats and a banana before the gym, biltong and a shaker after
What to Eat Before and After the Gym
Simple, real-food guidance for fuelling your training, without overcomplicating it. Read more...
A bowl of biltong next to a fresh salad, avocado and a glass of water
Is Biltong Good for You? Benefits and Things to Know
The real benefits of biltong, plus the honest things worth knowing, like salt. A balanced look. Read more...
Sliced biltong next to sliced grilled chicken breast
Biltong vs Chicken Breast: Protein Compared
How does biltong stack up against the classic protein staple? A clear side-by-side comparison. Read more...
Tiras de carne a secar numa varanda com vista para as colinas de Sintra
Porquê Sintra? A História por Trás da Raw Sintra
Uma empresa de Sintra, biltong feito em Portugal com carne de vaca portuguesa. A história por trás do nome Raw Sintra. Read more...
Três porções de biltong, com alho e malagueta a indicar cada sabor
Qual o Sabor de Biltong Ideal para Si?
Intenso, suave, com alho ou picante? Um guia rápido para escolher o seu sabor de biltong Raw Sintra. Read more...
A pile of biltong on a rugby ball on a grass pitch
Why Rugby Players Love Biltong
From Springbok changing rooms to the touchline, biltong and rugby go way back. Here's why. Read more...
Biltong in a paper bag and a glass jar on a kitchen counter
How to Store Biltong (and How Long It Lasts)
Out of the vacuum bag, into the fridge, moved around daily. Here's how to store biltong so it stays at its best, and how long it lasts. Read more...
Protein bars on one side and a pile of sliced biltong on the other
Biltong vs Protein Bars: Which Is Better?
Your protein bar has 20-plus ingredients. Biltong has five. Here's the honest comparison. Read more...
A bag of biltong and a protein shaker on a wooden bench in a changing room
The Best Protein to Eat After a Workout
Shakes aren't the only option. Here are real-food ways to hit your protein after training. Read more...
Biltong fatiado ao lado de carne de vaca crua, sal, coentros e pimenta
O Biltong Tem Açúcar?
A maioria do jerky tem imenso açúcar. O biltong não precisa, e o nosso não tem nenhum. Veja porquê. Read more...
Biltong rodeado dos seus ingredientes: carne de vaca, sal, coentros, pimenta preta e vinagre
O Que Tem o Biltong? 6 Ingredientes
Carne, vinagre, sal, coentro e pimenta preta. É só isto. Um olhar sobre os seis ingredientes honestos do biltong. Read more...
Biltong on a wooden board at sunset, with hills and a castle in the distance
The Story of Biltong: From South Africa to Portugal
Four hundred years of tradition, from the South African veld to the hills of Sintra. The story of biltong. Read more...
A pile of sliced biltong on brown paper with a blank price tag
Is Biltong Worth the Price?
Good biltong isn't cheap, and here's exactly why. What you're really paying for in proper air-dried beef. Read more...
Hands tearing a strip of biltong, with spices and salt on the table
How to Choose Good Biltong: A Buyer's Guide
Ingredients, cut, texture and sugar. A simple checklist for choosing good biltong. Read more...
Biltong next to eggs, chicken breast and yoghurt as everyday protein sources
How Much Protein Do You Really Need in a Day?
A clear, practical guide to daily protein, how to hit it, and where real foods like biltong help. Read more...
Três montes de biltong fatiado, um para cada sabor
Os Nossos Três Sabores de Biltong
Original, Alho e Piri Piri. Veja o que torna cada sabor Raw Sintra diferente. Read more...
Biltong em cima de uma balança de cozinha
Quanta Proteína Tem o Biltong?
O nosso biltong magro tem mais de 60g de proteína por 100g. Veja o que isso significa e porque é tão rico em proteína. Read more...
Gym bag and towel with a bag of biltong and a water bottle
Biltong for the Gym: High-Protein Fuel
Real beef, over 60g protein per 100g in our lean biltong, no sugar. Why biltong belongs in your gym bag. Read more...
Biltong surrounded by other portable proteins: boiled eggs, nuts, cheese and beans
High-Protein Foods You Can Carry
No fridge, no mess, real protein. The best foods to carry for when you're out and hungry. Read more...
Sliced biltong fanned out next to a whole air-dried piece
Biltong for Hiking: Lightweight Protein That Lasts
Biltong is the ideal hiking food: light, no fridge needed and over 60g of protein per 100g. Why it beats bars on the trail, and how to pack it. Read more...
Thinly sliced biltong beside a whole air-dried piece
How Much Protein Is in Biltong?
Biltong has over 60g of protein per 100g, more than most foods by weight. Here is how it compares and why air-drying concentrates the protein. Read more...
Saco de biltong Raw Sintra com bandeira portuguesa e o Palácio da Pena ao fundo
Onde Comprar Biltong em Portugal | Raw Sintra
Onde comprar biltong em Portugal? Biltong artesanal de Sintra, com mais de 60g de proteína por 100g e sem açúcar adicionado. Entrega em todo o país. Read more...
Slices of biltong beside a whole air-dried piece on a green cloth
How Is Biltong Made? The 5-Day Process
How is biltong made? From beef and vinegar to five days of air-drying in Sintra. The simple, no-sugar process behind proper air-dried beef. Read more...
Air-dried biltong cut open to show its deep red centre
Is Biltong Raw? What Air-Dried Means
Not raw, not cooked. Here's what air-dried really means and why biltong is safe to eat. Read more...
Sliced air-dried biltong next to a whole piece on a green cloth
Biltong vs Jerky: What’s the Real Difference?
Biltong and jerky look alike but differ in method, sugar and ingredients. Here is the honest comparison, and why biltong wins on protein. Read more...
Bowl of biltong with raw beef, salt, coriander seeds, black pepper and vinegar
Is Biltong Healthy? An Honest Look
High in protein, low in carbs, no sugar. Here's an honest look at whether biltong is actually good for you. Read more...
Tiras de carne de vaca penduradas em grades de secagem
Como se Faz o Biltong: 5 Dias de Secagem
Da carne fresca ao biltong pronto em cerca de cinco dias de secagem ao ar. Veja como é mesmo feito. Read more...
Mão a segurar uma fatia de biltong num miradouro com vista para a costa
Biltong para Caminhadas: Proteína que Dura
Sem frigorífico, sem complicações, proteína a sério. Porque o biltong merece um lugar na sua mochila de caminhada. Read more...
Bag of Raw Sintra biltong with a Portuguese flag, Pena Palace in the background
Where to Buy Biltong in Portugal
Looking for proper biltong in Portugal? Here's where to find air-dried beef made locally in Sintra. Read more...
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Biltong for Travel: High-Protein Food That's Easy to Carry
Light, easy to carry and over 60g of protein per 100g. How to pack biltong for flights, road trips and day hikes, and how to keep it at its best. Read more...
Biltong escuro seco ao ar ao lado de jerky avermelhado, com especiarias
Biltong vs Jerky: Qual é a Diferença?
O biltong e o jerky parecem iguais, mas diferem no processo, no açúcar e nos ingredientes. Aqui fica a comparação honesta. Read more...
What Is Biltong? A Beginner's Guide to South Africa's Air-Dried Beef
Biltong is high protein air-dried, spiced beef from South Africa. Here's what it is, how it's made and why it's different. Read more...
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O que comer antes do treino para ter mais energia
Descobre o que comer antes do treino para ter mais energia e melhorar o teu desempenho. Alimentos certos garantem resultados incríveis! Read more...
Mãe e filho a preparar lanches saudáveis à mesa da cozinha
Os melhores snacks saudáveis para crianças: 10 ideias
Descobre os melhores snacks saudáveis para crianças. 10 ideias práticas e nutritivas que ajudam no crescimento e desenvolvimento dos teus filhos. Read more...
Mulher a preparar lanches saudáveis numa cozinha luminosa
Lanche saudável para o trabalho: 10 ideias práticas
Descobre 10 ideias de lanche saudável para o trabalho. Aumenta a tua energia e produtividade com opções nutritivas e práticas! Read more...