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Vatapá

Cultural Context

Vatapá is a traditional dish from the Bahia region of Brazil, with roots in African cuisine brought by enslaved people. It is often served with rice and is a staple in festive celebrations, reflecting the rich cultural blend of Brazilian heritage. Today, Vatapá is enjoyed across Brazil and has variations that include different proteins and spices, showcasing local ingredients and personal tastes.

BrazilianBRBahiamain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups bread, cubed
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup palm oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon coriander, ground
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk lowers calories, while regular milk is often less expensive.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: crushed peanuts

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free, while crushed peanuts can be more economical.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

Rehydrate a handful of dried shrimp by pouring hot water over them.

2

Chop 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic, and 1 red chili.

3

Heat palm oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and chili until soft.

4

Blend stale bread into crumbs and add to the pan.

5

Drain the rehydrated shrimp and add to the pan.

6

Add a handful of cashew nuts and roasted peanuts to the pan.

7

Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 1 can of water, then bring to a simmer.

8

Let the mixture bubble away for half an hour.

9

Blend the mixture to a thick paste.

10

Cook rice in salted boiling water.

11

Serve the shrimp stew with the cooked rice and top with fresh sea bass and king prawns, garnished with fresh coriander.

Cooking Techniques

soakingblendingsautéingcooking

Equipment Needed

blenderlarge potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishpeanuts

Also Known As

Brazilian VatapáBahian Vatapá

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