Brazilian recipe
Shrimp Bobó with Cassava Cream (Bobó de camarão)
Shrimp Bobó is a classic of Brazilian gastronomy, prized for its rich flavor and the velvety texture of its cassava-based sauce.
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Ingredients
1 kg fresh shrimp
Salt to taste
3 garlic cloves, minced and crushed
Juice of 1 lemon
Black pepper to taste
1 kg cassava, peeled
1 onion, sliced into rounds
1 bay leaf
2 onions, grated
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 bottles coconut milk
2 cans tomato sauce
1 bunch fresh parsley and chives, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons azeite de dendê
Salt to taste
3 garlic cloves, minced and crushed
Juice of 1 lemon
Black pepper to taste
1 kg cassava, peeled
1 onion, sliced into rounds
1 bay leaf
2 onions, grated
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 bottles coconut milk
2 cans tomato sauce
1 bunch fresh parsley and chives, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons azeite de dendê
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp and local produce like cassava, onions, and fresh herbs at Monrovia's markets or local grocery stores. If you cannot find azeite de dendê (palm oil), it is essential for the authentic taste; however, as a substitute, you may use red palm oil, though the flavor profile will vary.
Preparation method
- Thoroughly rinse the shrimp.
- Season them with salt, garlic, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Let the mixture marinate for a few minutes.
- Boil the cassava in a pot with water, the bay leaf, and the sliced onion.
- Once the cassava is very tender, stir in one of the bottles of coconut milk.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then blend until smooth and creamy.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan and sauté the grated onions until golden.
- Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until they change color.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, chopped parsley and chives, and bell peppers.
- Cook for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
- Incorporate the blended cassava cream, the second bottle of coconut milk, and the azeite de dendê.
- Bring to a gentle boil and remove from the heat once everything is thoroughly heated through.
Observations
This dish combines succulent shrimp with the creaminess of cooked cassava, resulting in a comforting meal bursting with distinct personality.
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