Brazilian recipe
Traditional Cassava and Salted Beef Bake (Escondidinho de carne seca)
A quintessential Brazilian comfort dish featuring a velvety cassava purée layered over a savory, shredded salted beef filling.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava (boiled)
1 litre whole milk
1/2 kg requeijão cremoso
2 kg carne seca (boiled and shredded)
200g onion, chopped
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
1 litre whole milk
1/2 kg requeijão cremoso
2 kg carne seca (boiled and shredded)
200g onion, chopped
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Where to find ingredients
You can source standard items like milk, onions, and butter at any local grocery store or fresh produce market in the Solomon Islands. For specialized Brazilian staples like carne seca and requeijão, look for international food specialty importers or ethnic grocers. If unavailable, high-quality air-dried salted beef can serve as a substitute for carne seca, while a thick, spreadable cream cheese can be used in place of requeijão.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava purée by blending the cooked cassava with the whole milk and requeijão cremoso until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- For the filling, melt the butter in a large pan and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the boiled and shredded carne seca to the pan with the onions and cook for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Begin assembling the dish by spreading a layer of the cassava purée into a baking dish.
- Cover the purée layer with the entire portion of the prepared meat filling, spreading it out evenly.
- Top the meat filling with a final, generous layer of the remaining cassava purée.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer of the purée.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and a crust has formed.
- Serve the dish hot and garnish as desired.
Observations
The Escondidinho de carne seca is a staple of the Brazilian table, cherished for its harmonious contrast of textures and robust flavors. This dish is the perfect centerpiece for a family lunch or a sophisticated dinner, pairing a smooth, buttery cassava purée with a savory base of sautéed shredded salted beef. The layering technique combined with a final broil creates a visually striking and deeply comforting meal.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation, which yields a refined and hearty result. It is a favored choice for those seeking a substantial dish that captures the essence of authentic, slow-cooked home flavor.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation, which yields a refined and hearty result. It is a favored choice for those seeking a substantial dish that captures the essence of authentic, slow-cooked home flavor.
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