Brazilian recipe
Creamy Vegan Aubergine Stew (Bobó de berinjela vegano)
Learn how to make a nutritious and ultra-creamy vegan aubergine stew. A delicious Brazilian-inspired dish that will surprise your whole family.
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Ingredients
4 medium aubergines
500g boiled cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped with skin and seeds
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable stock cube
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and spring onions to taste
Black pepper to taste
500g boiled cassava
200 ml coconut milk
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 small onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped with skin and seeds
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 vegetable stock cube
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Fresh parsley and spring onions to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local supermarkets such as Woolworths or Pick n Pay. Look for fresh produce in the fruit and vegetable section and cassava (often labeled as yuca) in the frozen food aisle if not available fresh.
Preparation method
- Cut the aubergines into small cubes and place them in a colander.
- Sprinkle salt over the aubergine and let it rest for 2 to 3 hours.
- Wash the cubes thoroughly, squeeze gently to remove excess water, and set aside.
- Boil the peeled cassava in water until very tender and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic, onion, tomato, and bell pepper in olive oil, then add the aubergine, bay leaf, pepper, and stock, sautéing until golden.
- Blend the cassava with the coconut milk in a blender, mix into the sauté, adjust the salt, finish with parsley and spring onions, and serve while piping hot.
Observations
Aubergine stew is an excellent and light alternative to the classic prawn version, retaining all the creaminess thanks to a cassava base. The secret to success lies in resting the salted aubergine, which draws out the natural bitterness and ensures the perfect texture. It is a comforting, practical everyday recipe that is ideal for serving with freshly cooked white rice.
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