Brazilian recipe
Traditional Carne Seca Pie (Escondidinho de carne seca)
A classic comfort dish featuring a velvety cassava purée layered with succulent, shredded carne seca and baked until golden.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava (boiled)
1 liter whole milk
500g requeijão cremoso
2 kg carne seca (boiled and shredded)
200g onion, finely chopped
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for gratin
1 liter whole milk
500g requeijão cremoso
2 kg carne seca (boiled and shredded)
200g onion, finely chopped
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for gratin
Where to find ingredients
You can find cassava (often labeled as manioc or yuca) and other staples at local fresh produce markets or the fresh food sections of larger supermarkets in Fiji. Carne seca and requeijão cremoso are specialty Brazilian ingredients; if unavailable, use high-quality dried salt-cured beef and a thick, creamy spreadable cheese as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava mash: in a blender, process the boiled cassava with the milk and requeijão cremoso until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- Prepare the filling: in a large pan, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the prepared carne seca to the pan with the onions and sauté for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Assemble the dish: in a baking dish, spread a layer of the cassava mash across the bottom.
- Evenly cover the mash with the entire carne seca filling.
- Top the filling with another generous layer of the remaining cassava mash.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer of the mash to ensure a perfect crust.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Serve the dish hot and garnish as desired.
Observations
Escondidinho de carne seca is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, cherished for its harmonious blend of textures and bold flavors. This dish is an ideal centerpiece for family lunches or special dinners, marrying the mild, earthy notes of creamy cassava mash with the savory, salt-cured depth of sautéed carne seca. Its layered assembly and golden-brown gratin finish make it both visually appealing and profoundly soul-warming.
The straightforward preparation method, balanced with a sophisticated, hearty outcome, ensures this dish remains a favorite for anyone seeking an authentic, flavorful, and satisfying meal.
The straightforward preparation method, balanced with a sophisticated, hearty outcome, ensures this dish remains a favorite for anyone seeking an authentic, flavorful, and satisfying meal.
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