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Pajagua Mascada

Cultural Context

Pajagua Mascada is a traditional dish from Paraguay, made primarily from the seeds of the pajagua plant. This dish reflects the culinary heritage of the Guarani people, who have utilized local ingredients for centuries. It is often enjoyed as a hearty meal and showcases the simplicity and resourcefulness of Paraguayan cooking. Today, variations exist, with some incorporating modern ingredients while retaining the essence of the original recipe.

ParaguayanPYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilogram mandioca molida
cantidad necesaria de harina
1 cucharada de maicena (fécula de maíz)
500 gramos de carne molida
cebollita de verdeo a gusto
3 dientes de ajo picado
1 cucharada de sal
comino a gusto
pimienta a gusto
2 cucharadas de aceite de girasol

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

corn flour

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more accessible and cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce calories.

1

In a bowl, combine 1 kilogram of mandioca molida with 500 grams of carne molida.

2

Add cebollita de verdeo and 3 cloves of garlic, minced.

3

Season with 1 tablespoon of salt, comino, and pepper to taste.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of maicena and mix everything well with clean hands.

5

Form the mixture into small patties, flattening them slightly.

6

If the mixture sticks, wet your hands with oil or water.

7

Optionally, coat the patties with flour or crushed crackers.

8

Heat oil in a skillet until hot for frying.

9

Fry the patties in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

PajaguaMasa de Pajagua

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