- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 550 kcal
Quick summary
“Escondidinho de carne seca is a delicious option for a quick and tasty meal, perfect for those days when the urge to eat something hot and comforting hits.”
What you need to know
- O purê de mandioca é a base e deve ser bem amassado para ficar macio
- A carne seca deve ser desfiada e cozida com temperos leves
- O leite é usado para ligar a mistura e dar um toque cremoso
Ingredients
Main
- 1 kg of cooked and mashed cassava
- 500 g of shredded carne seca
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 300 ml of milk
- 50 g of butter
- Coalho cheese to taste (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Start by cooking the cassava until it is very tender. Drain and mash.
- In a pan, melt the butter and sauté the onion until transparent.
- Add the garlic and shredded carne seca, cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Mix the milk and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grease the pan with a little butter and place half of the puree on the bottom.
- Over the puree, add the dried meat mixture and cover with the rest of the puree.
- If you prefer, add the coalho cheese on top.
- Take to the preheated oven at 180°C for 25 minutes or until golden.
Chef's tips
- Use mandioca madura para garantir um purê mais macio
- Cozinhe a carne seca por tempo suficiente para que ela dê sabor ao molho
- Se preferir, use queijo ralado no lugar do coalho
Variations
- Adicione batatas ao purê de mandioca para um toque extra
- Use carne seca de diferentes sabores para variação de sabor
- Inclua vegetais como brócolis ou cenoura no purê
Substitutions
- Queijo coalho pode ser substituído por parmesão ralado
- Cebola pode ser substituída por cebolinha picada
- Alho pode ser substituído por alho em pó
How to store
Let the escondidinho cool before storing. Store in an airtight bowl in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this dish, as it may alter the texture of the cassava puree.
What to serve with
Serve with a green salad or a tomato sauce to balance the flavor.
Frequently asked questions
How can I prepare the escondidinho quickly?
To save time, you can cook the cassava in a blender to get a faster puree.
Can I use other types of dried meat?
Yes, you can use dried meat of other types, such as dried pork or dried chicken, depending on the flavor you want.
Can I make the recipe with fewer calories?
To reduce calories, use less butter and milk, and opt for a lower-calorie cheese.
What to do if the cassava is too firm?
If the cassava is firm, mash more or add a little water while mashing to facilitate the texture.
