Brazilian recipe
Easy Traditional Vaca Atolada Recipe
A Brazilian classic, vaca atolada combines tender beef ribs with creamy cassava. Quick and delicious!
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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, cut into thin rounds
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, cut into thin rounds
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients like beef ribs, cassava, onions, and spices can be found at most supermarkets or local butcher shops. Malagueta peppers might be found in Latin or specialty food stores.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- Add the rib pieces and fry 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
- Add more boiling water if necessary to maintain moisture and prevent drying
- Add the cassava pieces to the pot
- Stir regularly and continue cooking until the cassava is well-cooked and tender, lightly breaking down and helping to thicken the broth
- Season with the mashed malagueta pepper and adjust salt to taste
- Add the onion rounds on top of 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, cover with the onion rounds, 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 who want 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 who want to explore more traditional Brazilian cuisine.
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