Typical foods in the state of Bahia

palm oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a similar flavor profile with less saturated fat.

dried shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a protein alternative, while canned fish is often less expensive.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Lentils are lower in calories and chickpeas are more accessible.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: lettuce

Kale is nutrient-dense, while lettuce is a cost-effective substitute.

Prepare fradinho bean dough by blending the beans until smooth.

Heat palm oil in a deep skillet until hot.

Scoop the bean dough into the hot oil, forming dumplings.

Fry until golden brown on both sides.

Cut the dumplings open and stuff with shrimp and vinaigrette.

Add pepper to taste.

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