Brazilian recipe
Pão de queijo (Pão de queijo)
Pão de queijo is a traditional snack made with milk, loved for its distinct flavour and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 cup milk
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
3 cups sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce)
100g grated cheese
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
3 cups sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce)
100g grated cheese
Where to find ingredients
You can find sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce) at speciality grocers or health food stores. Standard dairy and pantry staples are available at any local supermarket like Woolworths, Pick n Pay, or Checkers. If you cannot find authentic polvilho, there is no direct substitute that mimics the unique texture of this bread.
Preparation method
- Boil the milk and allow it to cool down slightly.
- Combine all ingredients in a blender, excluding the grated cheese.
- Blend the mixture until smooth.
- Fold in the grated cheese as the final step.
- Pulse the blender briefly to incorporate the cheese.
- Pour the batter into greased individual muffin moulds or a baking tin.
- Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven carefully.
- Let them cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm for the best texture.
Observations
This pão de queijo recipe is a simple, classic staple perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Crafted with sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce), milk, oil, and eggs, the secret lies in the grated cheese, which gives it that signature savoury taste. It is quick to prepare, resulting in delicious, golden-crusted buns that are soft and chewy on the inside.
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