Brazilian recipe
Homemade Corn-Based Wrap with Minced Meat (Burrito)
Learn how to prepare a delicious wrap using a corn-based dough adapted for Brazilian tastes, stuffed with seasoned minced meat, fresh salad, and melted cheese.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup plain flour
1 cup fine cornmeal
1 tablespoon margarine
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Minced beef, sautéed and seasoned to taste
Lettuce, cut into very thin strips
Tomato and onion, finely diced
Queijo prato cheese, cut into strips or grated
1 cup fine cornmeal
1 tablespoon margarine
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Minced beef, sautéed and seasoned to taste
Lettuce, cut into very thin strips
Tomato and onion, finely diced
Queijo prato cheese, cut into strips or grated
Where to find ingredients
You can find standard flours, cornmeal, and produce in the baking and fresh aisles of any major supermarket. For the Brazilian Queijo prato, look for it in international sections or specialist Latin American grocers; as a substitute, you may use a mild, semi-hard melting cheese like Gouda or Havarti.
Preparation method
- Combine the flours, margarine, salt, and water gradually until you achieve a consistency similar to pancake batter.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan and pour in a portion of the batter, spreading it slightly so it remains somewhat thick.
- Cook the wrap on both sides until it is firm and lightly golden.
- Place a portion of the sautéed minced meat in the centre of the wrap, spreading it gently.
- Distribute a layer of shredded lettuce over the meat to provide freshness.
- Add the diced tomato and onion on top, including your preferred sauces if desired.
- Finish by topping the entire filling with the Queijo prato cheese.
- Fold the edges of the wrap toward the centre, sealing the burrito carefully to prevent the filling from spilling out.
Observations
This recipe presents an authentic Brazilian take on the burrito, using a light, fine cornflour dough that replaces the traditional wheat tortilla. It is a practical preparation, perfect for a hearty snack or a quick dinner. Pro tip: keep all assembly ingredients prepped and ready to streamline the process and maintain the filling's temperature.
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