Brazilian recipe
Vegan Eggplant Bobó (Bobó de berinjela vegano)
Learn how to make a nutritious and incredibly smooth vegan eggplant bobó. This delicious plant-based take on a classic dish is sure to surprise your whole family.
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Ingredients
4 medium eggplants
500g cooked cassava
200ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Olive oil as needed
Fresh herbs (cheiro-verde) as needed
Black pepper to taste
500g cooked cassava
200ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Olive oil as needed
Fresh herbs (cheiro-verde) as needed
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh eggplants, cassava, and coconut milk at local grocery stores in the produce, international foods, or frozen sections. Fresh herbs like parsley and scallions are available in the produce aisle.
Preparation method
- Cut the eggplants into small cubes and place them in a colander
- Sprinkle salt over the eggplant and let it rest for 2 to 3 hours
- Wash the cubes well, squeeze gently to remove excess water, and set aside
- Cook the peeled cassava in water until very tender and set aside
- Sauté the garlic, onion, tomato, and bell pepper in olive oil, then add the eggplant, bay leaf, pepper, and bouillon cube, cooking until browned
- Blend the cassava with the coconut milk in a blender, mix into the sautéed vegetables, adjust the salt, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot
Observations
Eggplant bobó is an excellent and light alternative to the classic shrimp-based version, retaining all the signature smoothness through the cassava base. The secret to success lies in letting the eggplant rest with salt, which removes its natural bitterness and ensures the perfect texture. It is a comforting dish, practical for everyday meals, and ideal for serving with light, fluffy white rice.
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