Brazilian recipe
Cassava Soup (Sopa de mandioca)
This hearty cassava soup is a classic Brazilian comfort dish, celebrated for its rich, creamy base and savory smoked meats.
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Ingredients
100 g diced bacon
2 smoked calabresa sausages
1 paio sausage
1 chopped onion
3 minced garlic cloves
2 kg boiled cassava
Water as needed
Diced cambuci pepper
1 cup fresh herbs (parsley and scallions)
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 whole eggs
2 smoked calabresa sausages
1 paio sausage
1 chopped onion
3 minced garlic cloves
2 kg boiled cassava
Water as needed
Diced cambuci pepper
1 cup fresh herbs (parsley and scallions)
Oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 whole eggs
Where to find ingredients
Find bacon, onions, garlic, and fresh eggs at any local grocery store. For specific Brazilian ingredients like calabresa, paio, and cassava, check specialty markets or international food sections. Substitute cassava with potatoes or parsnips if unavailable, though cassava provides the ideal texture.
Preparation method
- Sauté the garlic and onion in a large pot.
- Add the bacon, paio, and calabresa sausage.
- Stir well until all ingredients are browned.
- Add the boiled cassava to the pot.
- Cover the ingredients with water, ensuring it rises about two fingers above the mixture level.
- Add the fresh herbs, cambuci pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil.
- Crack the two eggs directly into the pot.
- Stir gently so that the eggs form delicate ribbons in the broth before serving.
Observations
This substantial soup is perfect for chilly weather. The combination of tender boiled cassava with smoked sausages creates a naturally thick and flavorful base, making it a complete and practical meal that warms the soul.
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