Brazilian recipe
Traditional Carne Seca Escondidinho (Escondidinho de carne seca)
A quintessential Brazilian comfort dish featuring velvety cassava mash layered with succulent shredded sun-dried beef and golden melted cheese.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava, boiled
1 liter full-fat milk
500g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca, boiled and shredded
200g onion, finely chopped
200g butter
Grated parmesan cheese for the topping
1 liter full-fat milk
500g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca, boiled and shredded
200g onion, finely chopped
200g butter
Grated parmesan cheese for the topping
Where to find ingredients
You can find cassava (yuca) in the vegetable section of local wet markets or major supermarkets like FairPrice Finest or Cold Storage. Carne seca can be sourced from specialty South American grocers or online butchers. Requeijão is often available in the international or Latin American aisle of premium supermarkets; if unavailable, a thick, mild cream cheese mixed with a splash of heavy cream can serve as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava purée by blending the boiled cassava with the milk and creamy requeijão in a blender until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- For the filling, melt the butter in a large pan and sauté the chopped onions until translucent and fragrant.
- Add the boiled and shredded carne seca to the pan with the onions and sauté for a few minutes, ensuring all the flavors are well combined.
- Begin assembling the dish by spreading an initial layer of the cassava purée into a baking dish.
- Evenly distribute the entire carne seca filling over the first layer of purée.
- Add a final, generous layer of the remaining cassava purée over the meat filling, smoothing the top.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the surface to create the gratin crust.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully golden and bubbling.
- Serve the escondidinho piping hot and garnish to your liking.
Observations
Carne seca escondidinho is a true staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its harmonious blend of textures and deeply savory profile. This dish is an excellent choice for a hearty family meal or a special dinner, balancing a buttery, smooth cassava purée with a robust filling of sautéed sun-dried beef. The layered assembly, topped with a bubbling, golden crust, makes it as visually appealing as it is soul-warming.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation combined with an elevated, rustic result, making it a beloved choice for anyone seeking a filling meal brimming with authentic, homemade character.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward preparation combined with an elevated, rustic result, making it a beloved choice for anyone seeking a filling meal brimming with authentic, homemade character.
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