[1][2] Versions prepared as a paste may be slow-cooked.

[2] It may accompany various dishes, such as seafood dishes prepared with swordfish steak.

[3] Atum de cebolada is a dish prepared with tuna steak and cebolada that is prepared with caramelized onions.

[6][7] Additional ingredients in the dish's preparation include white wine, vinegar and butter.

[8] Bifes de cebolada is a frequent menu item in Portuguese restaurants, and traditionally it is served with Portuguese fried potatoes.