Brazilian recipe
Vegan Creamy Eggplant Stew (Bobó de berinjela vegano)
Learn how to make a nutritious and incredibly creamy vegan eggplant stew. This delicious Brazilian-inspired dish is sure to surprise your whole family.
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Ingredients
4 medium eggplants
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped, seeds and skin included
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
olive oil to taste
fresh herbs to taste
black pepper to taste
500g cooked cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped, seeds and skin included
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable bouillon cube
olive oil to taste
fresh herbs to taste
black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh eggplants, cassava, and coconut milk at local Caribbean or Latin American grocery stores, as well as in the produce and international aisles of most supermarkets. Fresh herbs are available in the produce section.
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 very tender and set aside
- Sauté the garlic, onion, tomato, and bell pepper in olive oil, then add the eggplant, bay leaf, pepper, and bouillon, sautéing until browned
- Blend the cassava with coconut milk in a blender, mix into the sauté, adjust the salt, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve while piping hot
Observations
The eggplant stew is an excellent and light alternative to the classic shrimp version, retaining all the signature creaminess from the cassava base. The secret to success is allowing the eggplant to rest in salt, which removes the natural bitterness and ensures the perfect texture. It is a comforting, practical recipe for everyday meals, best served with fluffy white rice.
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