Brazilian recipe
Traditional Beef Rib and Cassava Stew (Vaca Atolada)
A beloved classic of Brazilian cuisine, this dish pairs tender beef ribs with velvety cassava for a robust and comforting stew.
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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 (manioc/yuca), peeled and cut into pieces
1 malagueta pepper, crushed (or to taste)
1 medium onion, sliced into thin rings
Salt to taste
1.5 kg beef ribs, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 liter boiling water
500 g cassava (manioc/yuca), peeled and cut into pieces
1 malagueta pepper, crushed (or to taste)
1 medium onion, sliced into thin rings
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Beef ribs and fresh cassava can be found at local butchers and markets. If fresh cassava is unavailable, frozen, pre-peeled cassava is a common substitute that works perfectly for this recipe.
Preparation method
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat
- Add the beef rib pieces and sear until browned on all sides
- Drizzle with the lemon juice and add the boiling water
- Cook the ribs over low heat, with the pot partially covered, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender. If necessary, add more boiling water to maintain moisture and prevent drying
- Add the cassava pieces to the pot
- Stir regularly and continue cooking until the cassava is thoroughly cooked and tender, slightly breaking down to help thicken the broth
- Season with the crushed malagueta pepper and adjust the salt to taste
- Add the onion rings on top of the meat and cassava
- Cover the pot and cook for a few more minutes, just until the onions have wilted without losing their shape
- Transfer the ribs and cassava to a serving dish, top with the onion rings, and serve immediately
- Serve accompanied by white rice
Observations
The Vaca Atolada is a hearty and deeply comforting dish cherished across Brazil. Its preparation perfectly marries the succulence of beef ribs with the velvety texture of cassava, resulting in a rich and savory stew.
This recipe is ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner, impressing with its bold flavors and simplicity. It serves as an excellent introduction to traditional Brazilian home cooking for those looking to explore its authentic roots.
This recipe is ideal for a family lunch or a special dinner, impressing with its bold flavors and simplicity. It serves as an excellent introduction to traditional Brazilian home cooking for those looking to explore its authentic roots.
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