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Vaca Atolada

Cultural Context

Vaca Atolada hails from Brazil, particularly popular in the country's rural areas. This hearty dish combines beef and cassava, reflecting the agricultural roots of Brazilian cuisine, where cassava is a staple. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings, it showcases the importance of communal meals in Brazilian culture. Today, variations exist across regions, with some adding different vegetables or spices, making it a beloved comfort food.

BrazilianBRmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1,400 kg ribs
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon paprika
4 tablespoons tomato paste
black pepper to taste
3 cloves garlic, crushed
olive oil
1 medium onion
1/2 cup small mint
1 medium bell pepper
1 tomato
800 g cassava
300 ml water
parsley

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Vinegar can add acidity without the cost of fresh limes.

1

Heat a drizzle of oil (or olive oil) in a pressure cooker.

2

Add 1,400 kg of ribs and sauté until browned.

3

Add 1 medium onion and sauté for 10 minutes, until the pan starts to make noise.

4

Add 3 cloves of crushed garlic, 1/2 cup of small mint, 1 medium bell pepper, and 1 tomato; sauté for another 10 minutes.

5

Stir in 4 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of salt, and black pepper to taste.

6

Add 800 g of cassava and 300 ml of water; stir to combine.

7

Close the pressure cooker and cook for 15 minutes once it starts to make noise.

8

Turn off the heat and let it sit until ready to serve.

9

Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

pressure cookercutting boardknifespoonmeasuring cups

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Beef in Cassava StewVaca atolada

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