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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
1 lb shrimp
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup frozen green onions
4 slices bread
1/4 cup palm oil
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili flakes

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

Remove the heads from the shrimp.

2

Use a piece of stale bread for the recipe.

3

Melt palm oil in a double boiler.

4

Chop the bread and place it in a blender.

5

Add coconut milk to the blender to soften the bread.

6

Add chopped onion, frozen green onions, and garlic to the blender.

7

Add a bit of water to the blender (using a bottle cap as a measure).

8

Do not add salt because the dried shrimp is already salty.

9

Blend all the ingredients until smooth.

10

Add palm oil to the blended mixture and blend again.

11

Add turmeric to the mixture for color and flavor.

12

Pour the mixture into a pot and stir continuously while cooking.

13

Add black pepper to taste while stirring.

14

Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and reaches the desired consistency.

15

Transfer the vatapá to a serving dish and let it cool to thicken further.

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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