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Mbeju vegano

Cultural Context

Mbeju is a traditional Paraguayan dish made from cassava flour, often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. This vegan version maintains the essence of the original while catering to plant-based diets. Mbeju is typically enjoyed as a snack or side dish, and its crispy texture and savory flavor make it a beloved choice. Today, it has found its way into various culinary adaptations, appealing to a wider audience who appreciate its unique taste and texture.

ParaguayanPYother
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups spinach
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 oz queso fresco
1 lb meat
2 cups cassava (mandioca)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fat (materia grasa)
4 oz chicken ham (jamón de pollo)
1 cup cassava starch (fécula de mandioca)
4 tablespoons lard (manteca)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: brewer's yeast

💰Cheaper: dried parmesan

Brewer's yeast is a good source of protein and B vitamins.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

1

Calentar un poco de aceite en una sartén.

2

Agregar espinaca o acelga y cebolla de verdeo para saltear.

3

Añadir sal de ajo y sal al gusto.

4

Saltear rápidamente hasta que la espinaca o acelga se ablande.

5

Agregar queso fresco a la mezcla de espinaca y cebolla.

6

Preparar el pollo y la mandioca, cocinando la mandioca con un poco de sal.

7

Mezclar la mandioca pisada con el pollo cocido.

8

Agregar comino, sal y pimienta a la mezcla de pollo y mandioca.

9

Amasar la mezcla de pollo y mandioca hasta que esté bien integrada.

10

Formar una masa con la mezcla de pollo y mandioca, asegurándose de que no se le agregue huevo.

11

Dejar enfriar el relleno antes de usarlo.

12

Freír los payagua en aceite caliente hasta que estén dorados y crujientes.

13

Retirar los payagua fritos y escurrir en papel toalla.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

MbejuVegan Mbeju

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