Brazilian recipe
Creamy Vegan Eggplant Bobó (Bobó de berinjela vegano)
Prepare this vibrant eggplant bobó, a light and nutritious vegan option that is full of flavor and perfect for a comforting and practical Brazilian-inspired meal.
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Ingredients
4 medium eggplants
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped with skin and seeds
10 ml paprika or 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Palm oil and olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and green onions and black pepper to taste
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped with skin and seeds
10 ml paprika or 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Palm oil and olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and green onions and black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh eggplants, cassava, and palm oil (dendê) at local markets and specialty Caribbean or Latin American grocery stores in the Bahamas.
Preparation method
- Cut the eggplants into small cubes, place them in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let them rest for 3 hours
- Wash the eggplant cubes thoroughly, squeeze them lightly to remove excess water, and set aside
- Cook the cassava in water until very soft and set aside
- Heat the palm oil and olive oil in a pan, sauté the garlic, onion, tomato, and bell pepper, then add the eggplant, bay leaf, pepper, and vegetable bouillon until browned
- Blend the cooked cassava with the coconut milk in a blender, mix into the sautéed base, adjust the salt, finish with plenty of chopped parsley and green onions, and serve while very hot
Observations
Eggplant bobó is a fantastic meat-free alternative that retains its classic creaminess by utilizing cassava. The key to success for this recipe lies in allowing the eggplant to rest with salt, which removes its natural bitterness and ensures the ideal texture. Served alongside white rice and a touch of okra, you will have an unforgettable main course.
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