Brazilian recipe
Easy Traditional Beef Ribs and Cassava Stew (Vaca Atolada)
A Brazilian classic, vaca atolada combines tender beef ribs with creamy cassava. Quick and flavorful!
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons oil
1.5 kg beef ribs, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 liter boiling water
500 g cassava (aipim/macaxeira), peeled and cut into pieces
1 mashed malagueta pepper (or to taste)
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
Salt to taste
1.5 kg beef ribs, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 liter boiling water
500 g cassava (aipim/macaxeira), peeled and cut into pieces
1 mashed malagueta pepper (or to taste)
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Beef ribs and cassava can be found at most supermarkets and butcher shops. Onions, oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper are common pantry staples available at grocery stores. Malagueta peppers can be found in Latin American or specialty food stores.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- Add the rib pieces and fry them until browned 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 out
- 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 slices over the meat and cassava
- Cover the pot and cook for a few more minutes, just until the onions soften without losing their shape
- Transfer the ribs and cassava to a serving dish, top with the onion slices, 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, serving as an excellent introduction for those wanting 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, serving as an excellent introduction for those wanting to explore more traditional Brazilian cuisine.
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