Brazilian recipe
Creamy Vegan Eggplant Stew (Bobó de berinjela vegano)
Learn how to prepare a nutritious and super creamy vegan eggplant stew. A delicious Brazilian-inspired dish that is sure to surprise your whole family.
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Ingredients
4 medium eggplants
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, diced
2 tomatoes, diced with skin and seeds
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and scallions to taste
Black pepper to taste
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, diced
2 tomatoes, diced with skin and seeds
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and scallions to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these fresh vegetables, tubers, and basic pantry staples at any local market or supermarket. Fresh herbs are widely available in the produce section of neighborhood wet markets or grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Cut the eggplants into small cubes and place them in a colander.
- Sprinkle salt over the eggplant and let it rest for 2 to 3 hours.
- Rinse the cubes well, squeeze gently to remove excess water, and set aside.
- Boil the peeled cassava in water until it becomes very soft and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic, onion, tomato, and bell pepper in olive oil, then add the eggplant, bay leaf, pepper, and bouillon cube, cooking until browned.
- Blend the cassava with the coconut milk in a blender, mix into the sauté, adjust the salt, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve while piping hot.
Observations
This eggplant stew is a fantastic and light alternative to the classic shrimp version, retaining all the signature creaminess from a cassava base. The secret to success lies in letting the eggplant rest with salt, which removes its natural bitterness and ensures the perfect texture. It is a comforting, practical recipe for everyday meals and is best served alongside fluffy white rice.
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