Brazilian recipe
Traditional Brazilian Cornmeal Steamed Cake (CUSCUZ BRASILEIRO)
A classic recipe featuring cornmeal, sardines, shrimp, and eggs. A flavorful and practical dish for any meal.
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Ingredients
200 g cornmeal
2 tablespoons cassava flour
1 can sardines (canned)
1 can peas
3 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
10 pitted black olives, chopped
5 tomatoes, chopped
4 hearts of palm, chopped
1 can tomato sauce
250 g shrimp
Water and salt to taste for the sauce
2 tablespoons cassava flour
1 can sardines (canned)
1 can peas
3 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
10 pitted black olives, chopped
5 tomatoes, chopped
4 hearts of palm, chopped
1 can tomato sauce
250 g shrimp
Water and salt to taste for the sauce
Where to find ingredients
You can find cornmeal, cassava flour, canned sardines, and hearts of palm at local supermarkets or specialized ethnic grocery stores. Shrimp and fresh produce are available at local fish markets and vegetable stalls.
Preparation method
- In a pan, combine the chopped tomatoes, black olives, chopped hearts of palm, peas, tomato sauce, and the shrimp
- Cook the ingredients over medium heat, adding water and salt to taste, until a thick and flavorful sauce is formed
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornmeal and the cassava flour
- Pour the hot sauce over the flours gradually, stirring continuously, until a moist and homogeneous consistency is reached
- Preheat a steamer or a traditional cuscuz mold
- Place the mixture into the steamer mold, shaping the cuscuz
- Decorate the top with the hard-boiled eggs and the canned sardines
- Steam the cuscuz over low heat for approximately 20 to 30 minutes, or until firm and fully cooked
- Serve hot, garnished with the chopped fresh herbs
Observations
Brazilian cuscuz is a versatile dish enjoyed across the country, with deep roots in Northeastern tradition. Its base of cornmeal, hydrated with a flavorful broth, creates a comforting and satisfying meal. This recipe combines shrimp, sardines, and hard-boiled eggs, building layers of flavor that make it a centerpiece for any table.
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