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Angú Polenta de Banana

Cultural Context

Originating from Brazil, Angú Polenta de Banana is a delightful dish that showcases the country's love for corn-based recipes. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, it reflects the resourcefulness of Brazilian cuisine, turning humble cornmeal and bananas into a comforting meal. This dish is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert, demonstrating the versatility of polenta in Brazilian households. Today, variations can be found across Latin America, where similar recipes celebrate local ingredients and flavors.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
0.5 lb saltfish
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons spice blend from Sausage Juice brand
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 cup fermented bamboo shoot
1 tablespoon shredded green chilies
1 cup local leaves (Benny water)

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

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butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

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sugar

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Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based option, while egg substitutes can be less costly.

1

Take the saltfish and season both sides with salt.

2

Use spice blend from Sausage Juice brand to give a nice color to the fish.

3

Add crushed garlic and massage it properly into the fish.

4

Add fermented bamboo shoot to the mixture.

5

Add shredded green chilies to the mixture.

6

Prepare the mix rice and chutney to accompany the fish.

7

Wrap the fish in banana leaves for cooking.

8

Show how the fish has been cooked by opening it up.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Polenta de BananaBanana Polenta

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