Brazilian recipe
Easy Traditional Brazilian "Vaca Atolada" Recipe
A Brazilian culinary classic, "vaca atolada" combines tender beef ribs with creamy cassava. Quick and flavorful!
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons oil
3.3 lbs beef ribs, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups boiling water
1.1 lbs cassava (aipim/macaxeira), peeled and cut into pieces
1 malagueta pepper, mashed (or to taste)
1 medium onion, cut into thin rounds
Salt to taste
3.3 lbs beef ribs, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups boiling water
1.1 lbs cassava (aipim/macaxeira), peeled and cut into pieces
1 malagueta pepper, mashed (or to taste)
1 medium onion, cut into thin rounds
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Beef ribs and cassava can be found at most supermarkets and butcher shops. Malagueta peppers might be available at specialty ethnic food stores or larger supermarkets with international sections. Onions, lemons, oil, and salt are standard grocery items.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- Add the rib pieces and fry them until golden brown on all sides
- Drizzle with lemon juice and add the boiling water
- Cook the ribs over low heat, with the pot semi-covered, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender
- If necessary, add more boiling water to maintain moisture and prevent drying
- Add the cassava pieces to the pot
- Stir regularly and continue cooking until the cassava is well cooked and tender, breaking down slightly and helping to thicken the broth
- Season with the mashed malagueta pepper and adjust salt to taste
- Add the onion rounds on top of the meat and cassava
- Cover the pot and cook for a few more minutes, just until the onions are wilted, without losing their shape
- Transfer the ribs and cassava to a serving dish, cover with the onion rounds, and serve immediately
- It pairs well with white rice
Observations
Vaca atolada is a robust and comforting dish, loved throughout Brazil. Its preparation unites the succulence of beef ribs with the velvety texture of cassava, resulting in a flavorful and easy-to-make stew.
This recipe is perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner, as it impresses with its flavor and simplicity, being an excellent introduction for those who want to explore more traditional Brazilian cuisine.
This recipe is perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner, as it impresses with its flavor and simplicity, being an excellent introduction for those who want to explore more traditional Brazilian cuisine.
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