Xerém

thumb|upright=1.1|Algarvian xarém, a dish from Portugal

Xarém or xerém is a thick soup or porridge from Algarve, Portugal that is eaten in Cape Verde and Brazil as well. It has a corn flour base combined with other traditional ingredients which vary by region. The dish is prepared using corn meal, clams or sardines, and grilled meats. The Algarvian version is most commonly prepared using clams.