Brazilian recipe
Cassava and Shredded Ribs Casserole (Escondidinho)
A delicious cassava casserole with shredded beef ribs, a comforting and flavorful Brazilian recipe perfect for a special lunch.
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Ingredients
1 kg beef ribs, in strips
1/2 onion
1 carrot
1 stalk celery with leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 liter water
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
5 black peppercorns
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
600 g peeled cassava
1/2 cup beef broth
2 ripe tomatoes
1/2 onion
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons tapioca starch
5 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons homemade breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion
1 carrot
1 stalk celery with leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 liter water
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
5 black peppercorns
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
600 g peeled cassava
1/2 cup beef broth
2 ripe tomatoes
1/2 onion
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons tapioca starch
5 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons homemade breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
Where to find ingredients
Beef ribs can be found at most butcher shops and the meat section of supermarkets. Look for cassava (also known as yuca or manioc) in the produce section of larger supermarkets, especially those with international food aisles, or at Latin American or Asian markets. If fresh cassava is unavailable, frozen peeled cassava is often sold in the same markets or the frozen section of supermarkets. Beef broth is readily available in cartons or cubes in the soup aisle of most supermarkets. Tomatoes, onions, garlic, carrots, celery, milk, butter, and olive oil are standard supermarket items. Fresh parsley can be found in the produce section. Tapioca starch is usually found in the baking or international aisles of supermarkets. Breadcrumbs can be homemade or purchased from the baking aisle; for homemade, simply process stale bread in a food processor. Parmesan cheese is available in the dairy section of supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Season the ribs with salt and pepper
- Wash the carrot and celery
- Cut the carrot into 3 pieces and the celery into 5 cm pieces
- Peel and cut the onion in half
- Insert the bay leaf and whole cloves into one half of the onion
- Mash the garlic cloves with the side of a knife and discard the peels
- Heat a pressure cooker (without lid) over medium heat
- Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and brown the ribs in batches for 3 minutes on each side
- Transfer the browned ribs to a bowl
- Repeat the process with the remaining meat, adding a little olive oil each time
- Turn off the heat and gradually add the white wine vinegar, scraping the bottom of the pot to dissolve any browned bits
- Return the rib pieces to the pot
- Add the studded onion, carrot, celery, garlic cloves, and peppercorns
- Cover with water, cover the pot, and increase the heat
- As soon as the pot whistles, reduce the heat and cook for 45 minutes
- Turn off the heat and wait for all pressure to release before opening the pot
- Using tongs, transfer the ribs to a serving dish
- Strain the cooking liquid into a bowl and reserve for another preparation
- Shred the rib meat with two forks, discarding fat and bones
- Cut the cassava into large 8 cm pieces
- Place the cassava in the pressure cooker, cover with water without exceeding 2/3 of the pot's capacity
- Cover the pot and bring to medium heat
- When it starts to whistle, reduce the heat and cook for 20 minutes
- While the cassava cooks, prepare the other ingredients
- Wash, dry, and cut the tomatoes in half, discard the seeds and dice into 0.5 cm cubes
- Wash, dry, and finely chop the parsley
- Peel and finely chop half of the onion
- After 20 minutes of cassava cooking, turn off the heat and wait for the pressure to release before opening the lid
- Transfer the cassava pieces to a sieve and let the water drain well
- Place the cooked cassava in a bowl, add the butter and milk
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and blend with an immersion blender until smooth (or mash with a fork)
- In a bowl, mix the tapioca starch with the reserved beef broth
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat
- Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened
- Add the chopped tomato and stir for 2 minutes, crushing the tomato pieces with a spatula to break them down
- Add the shredded beef ribs and the broth and tapioca starch mixture
- Stir for 1 minute and turn off the heat
- Add the chopped parsley, season with salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 220 °C (high heat)
- Grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Spread the shredded beef ribs evenly on the bottom of the baking dish
- Cover the meat with the cassava puree and smooth with a spatula
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese over the puree
- Bake the casserole in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown
- Serve immediately
Observations
The Cassava and Shredded Ribs Casserole is a classic Brazilian dish, known for its irresistible combination of flavors and textures. The creaminess of the cassava puree perfectly contrasts with the juiciness of the shredded and sautéed beef ribs, creating a comforting and memorable meal.
This recipe is ideal for sharing with family and friends, whether for a Sunday lunch or a special occasion. The preparation, which involves cooking the ribs in a pressure cooker for easy shredding and cooking the cassava until tender, results in a flavorful and visually appealing dish, topped with a golden crust of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
This recipe is ideal for sharing with family and friends, whether for a Sunday lunch or a special occasion. The preparation, which involves cooking the ribs in a pressure cooker for easy shredding and cooking the cassava until tender, results in a flavorful and visually appealing dish, topped with a golden crust of breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
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