COMO FAZER VATAPÁ DA BAHIA | Nandu Andrade

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.

Place ginger in the blender, approximately 2-3 grams.

Add 2 small onions cut into pieces into the blender.

Add 100 grams of shrimp, separating 50 grams to blend and keeping 50 grams whole.

Wash the shrimp to remove excess salt before using.

Add 200 ml of coconut milk to the blender.

Add 480 ml of water to the coconut milk container to use all the flavor.

Add 50 grams of cashew nuts to the blender.

Add 50 grams of roasted unsalted peanuts to the blender.

Add 1/3 teaspoon of salt to the blender.

Blend all ingredients until well mixed and smooth.

Add 1 cup of wheat flour to the blended mixture.

Blend again until well combined, scraping down the sides if necessary.

Transfer the mixture to a large pot for easier stirring.

Add the reserved whole shrimp to the pot.

Add a little olive oil (1 tablespoon) to the pot for flavor.

Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens.

Add dendê oil to taste, adjusting as desired.

Continue stirring to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Adjust the salt to taste, adding more if necessary.

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