Brazilian recipe
Traditional Brazilian Cornmeal Steamed Cake (Cuscuz brasileiro)
A classic Brazilian steamed cornmeal dish enriched with sardines, shrimp, and eggs, perfect for a hearty and savory meal.
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Ingredients
200 g cornmeal
2 tablespoons cassava flour
1 can sardines (canned)
1 can peas
3 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (cheiro-verde)
10 chopped black olives
5 chopped tomatoes
4 chopped hearts of palm
1 can tomato sauce
250 g shrimp
Water and salt to taste for the sauce
2 tablespoons cassava flour
1 can sardines (canned)
1 can peas
3 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (cheiro-verde)
10 chopped black olives
5 chopped tomatoes
4 chopped hearts of palm
1 can tomato sauce
250 g shrimp
Water and salt to taste for the sauce
Where to find ingredients
Find cornmeal, cassava flour, canned sardines, and canned hearts of palm in international aisles or specialty Latin American grocery stores. Fresh shrimp and herbs can be sourced at local markets or supermarkets.
Preparation method
- In a pan, combine the chopped tomatoes, black olives, chopped hearts of palm, peas, tomato sauce, and shrimp
- Cook the ingredients over medium heat, adding water and salt to taste, until a thick and flavorful sauce is formed
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornmeal and the cassava flour
- Gradually pour the hot sauce over the flours, mixing continuously until a moist and homogeneous consistency is obtained
- Preheat a steamer (cuscuzeiro)
- Place the mixture into the steamer, shaping the cuscuz
- Garnish the top with the hard-boiled eggs and the canned sardines
- Steam the cuscuz over low heat for approximately 20 to 30 minutes, or until it is firm and cooked through
- Serve warm, garnished with the chopped fresh herbs
Observations
The Brazilian cuscuz is a versatile and beloved dish across several regions, with deep roots in the Northeast. Its cornmeal base, hydrated with a flavor-packed sauce, makes it a comforting and satisfying choice. This recipe highlights a savory blend of shrimp, sardines, and hard-boiled eggs, creating layers of texture and taste that are sure to please.
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