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SE FIZER CUSCUZ BRANCO DESSE JEITO, NÃO VAI QUERER OUTRA SOBREMESA! SÓ MISTURAR AIPIM E LEITE EM PÓ

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Cuscuz Branco

Cultural Context

Cuscuz Branco, a traditional Brazilian dish, is made from cornmeal and often enjoyed as a breakfast or snack. It reflects the country's diverse culinary heritage, influenced by Indigenous, African, and Portuguese cultures. The dish can be served sweet or savory, with variations including coconut milk and cheese. Today, Cuscuz Branco is popular across Brazil and has found its way into international cuisine, celebrated for its versatility and comforting texture.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups (240 ml) grated raw cassava (aipim)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup (240 ml) grated coconut
a pinch of salt
2 tablespoons powdered milk
condensed milk (optional)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can still provide creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener that can enhance flavor.

1

Grate 2 cups of raw cassava using a fine grater.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cassava with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/2 cup of grated coconut, a pinch of salt, and 2 tablespoons of powdered milk.

3

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

4

Prepare a steamer with a little water (about 200 ml) and bring it to a boil.

5

Transfer the cassava mixture into the steamer, spreading it evenly without pressing it down.

6

Cover and steam for 20 minutes, reducing the heat once the water starts boiling.

7

After 20 minutes, check the cuscuz and loosen it from the sides of the steamer.

8

Optionally, drizzle some condensed milk over the cuscuz before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsteaming

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlgrater

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

CuscuzCouscous Brasileiro

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