Brazilian recipe
Traditional Carne Seca Escondidinho (Escondidinho de carne seca)
A classic comfort dish featuring a velvety cassava mash layered with savory, shredded salt-cured beef. Perfectly golden and soul-warming.
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Ingredients
1 kg cooked cassava
1 litre whole milk
1/2 kg creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200g diced onion
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
1 litre whole milk
1/2 kg creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200g diced onion
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Where to find ingredients
You can find carne seca and requeijão at specialty Latin American grocers or international food markets. Cassava (yuca) is typically found in the produce or frozen section of larger supermarkets; if fresh, look for firm roots without blemishes. The remaining staples are available at any standard Canadian grocery chain.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava mash by blending the cooked cassava, whole milk, and requeijão in a food processor or blender until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- For the filling, melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add the pre-cooked and shredded carne seca to the pan with the onions and sauté for a few minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together well.
- Begin assembly by spreading a layer of the prepared cassava mash on the bottom of a heatproof baking dish.
- Spread the entire portion of the carne seca filling evenly over the first layer of mash.
- Top the beef layer with the remaining cassava mash, smoothing it out to cover the filling completely.
- Generously sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer of the mash.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and develops a golden-brown, crusty finish.
- Serve your escondidinho while hot, garnishing as desired.
Observations
The carne seca escondidinho is a cornerstone of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its deeply satisfying blend of textures and bold flavors. This dish is an ideal centerpiece for a family lunch or a cozy dinner, pairing a smooth, buttery cassava purée with a rich, sautéed salt-cured beef filling. The layered assembly and the beautifully broiled, cheesy crust make it both visually appealing and profoundly comforting.
Its straightforward preparation process, combined with a sophisticated final result, makes this recipe a favorite for those seeking a hearty meal that captures the essence of authentic, rustic comfort food.
Its straightforward preparation process, combined with a sophisticated final result, makes this recipe a favorite for those seeking a hearty meal that captures the essence of authentic, rustic comfort food.
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