Brazilian recipe
Traditional Dried Beef Casserole (Escondidinho de carne seca tradicional)
A classic Brazilian casserole featuring a creamy cassava mash layered with savory shredded dried beef. A comforting and satisfying dish.
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Ingredients
1 kg cooked cassava
1 liter whole milk
1/2 kg creamy requeijão
2 kg cooked and shredded dried beef
200g chopped onion
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
1 liter whole milk
1/2 kg creamy requeijão
2 kg cooked and shredded dried beef
200g chopped onion
200g butter
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Where to find ingredients
Cassava, dried beef (often found as charque), and requeijão can be sourced at local markets, butcher shops, or specialty supermarkets. If unavailable, butter and Parmesan cheese are widely accessible at general grocery stores. Requeijão can be substituted with thick cream cheese if necessary.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cassava mash: in a blender, process the cooked cassava with the whole milk and the creamy requeijão until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Prepare the filling: in a pan, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the cooked and shredded dried beef to the pan with the onions and sauté for a few minutes to integrate the flavors.
- Assemble the dish: in a baking dish, spread a layer of the cassava mash.
- Cover the mash with the entire dried beef filling, spreading it evenly.
- Finish with another generous layer of the cassava mash over the filling.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top layer of the mash to allow it to gratinate.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and a crust has formed.
- Serve the casserole hot and garnish as desired.
Observations
The dried beef escondidinho is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, cherished for its perfect balance of textures and robust flavors. This dish is ideal for family lunches or special dinners, marrying a smooth, velvety cassava mash with a flavorful, sautéed dried beef filling. Its layered construction and golden-baked crust make it both visually appealing and incredibly heart-warming.
The straightforward preparation, combined with a sophisticated result, makes this casserole a popular choice for anyone seeking a hearty meal packed with authentic, home-cooked flavor.
The straightforward preparation, combined with a sophisticated result, makes this casserole a popular choice for anyone seeking a hearty meal packed with authentic, home-cooked flavor.
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