Brazilian recipe
Traditional Dried Beef and Cassava Gratin (Escondidinho de carne seca tradicional)
A classic comfort dish featuring a creamy cassava mash layered with savoury shredded dried beef and finished with a golden cheese crust.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava (cooked)
1 litre whole milk
500 g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200 g onion, chopped
200 g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for browning
1 litre whole milk
500 g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200 g onion, chopped
200 g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for browning
Where to find ingredients
Find cassava, onions, butter, and milk at local supermarkets. Carne seca and requeijão can be sourced from specialty Latin American grocers or deli stores; as a substitute for requeijão, a high-quality cream cheese may be used, though it will alter the original texture.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava mash by blending the cooked cassava with the whole milk and creamy requeijão in a blender until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- For the filling, melt the butter in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the cooked and shredded carne seca to the pan with the onions and sauté for a few minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
- To assemble the dish, spread a layer of the cassava mash onto the bottom of a baking dish.
- Cover the layer of mash with all of the dried beef filling, spreading it out evenly.
- Complete the layering with another generous portion of cassava mash over the beef.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer of the mash to prepare it for browning.
- Place the dish in an oven preheated to 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and formed a golden crust.
- Serve the dish hot and garnish as desired.
Observations
The dried beef escondidinho is a true staple of Brazilian cooking, beloved for its comforting blend of textures and bold flavours. This dish is ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner, pairing a velvety cassava mash with a rich, sautéed carne seca filling. The layered construction and the final broiling process make it as visually appealing as it is deeply satisfying.
Its simple preparation combined with a sophisticated finish makes this bake a popular choice for anyone seeking a hearty meal that delivers authentic, rustic flavours in every bite.
Its simple preparation combined with a sophisticated finish makes this bake a popular choice for anyone seeking a hearty meal that delivers authentic, rustic flavours in every bite.
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