Brazilian recipe
Traditional Carne Seca Escondidinho (Escondidinho de carne seca)
A classic, comforting dish featuring a silky cassava mash layered over a savory, succulent shredded carne seca filling.
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Ingredients
1 kg cassava (cooked)
1 liter whole milk
500g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200g onion, diced
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
1 liter whole milk
500g creamy requeijão
2 kg carne seca (cooked and shredded)
200g onion, diced
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh cassava and carne seca at local municipal markets or specialty butchers. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian creamy cheese spread; if unavailable, a thick cream cheese or crème fraîche serves as a substitute. Use standard unsalted butter and quality Parmesan found in the dairy aisle of local supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava mash: in a blender, process the cooked cassava with the whole milk and the creamy requeijão until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
- Prepare the filling: in a large pan, melt the butter and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add the cooked and shredded carne seca to the pan and sauté for a few minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Assemble the dish: in a baking dish, spread a layer of the cassava mash as the base.
- Cover the mash layer with all of the prepared carne seca filling, spreading it evenly.
- Finish by spreading a final, generous layer of the cassava mash over the top of the filling.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer of the mash to ensure a perfect crust.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Serve the escondidinho hot and garnish as desired.
Observations
The carne seca escondidinho is a true staple of Brazilian cuisine, beloved for its harmony of textures and robust flavors. It is an ideal dish for family gatherings or special dinners, pairing a velvety cassava mash with a deeply savory sautéed carne seca filling. The layering technique and the golden, bubbly cheese topping make it as visually inviting as it is comforting.
Its straightforward preparation process, combined with a sophisticated end result, makes this recipe a favorite for those seeking a hearty, home-cooked meal that is packed with authentic flavor.
Its straightforward preparation process, combined with a sophisticated end result, makes this recipe a favorite for those seeking a hearty, home-cooked meal that is packed with authentic flavor.
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