Recetas típicas de Semana Santa: Chipa Almidón

manioc starch

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Cornstarch can be used as a gluten-free alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Processed cheese is often cheaper and melts well.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine is a less expensive fat option.

In a large bowl, combine 500 grams of manioc starch and 1 tablespoon of salt.

Mix in 100 grams of creamy cheese and 100 grams of semi-hard cheese until evenly distributed.

Add 200 grams of melted butter, mixing until the starch is well coated and sandy in texture.

Add 3 eggs to the mixture and combine well, using your hands if necessary.

Gradually add 100 grams of milk until a compact and moist dough forms.

Divide the dough into pieces weighing around 40 grams each and shape them into small balls.

Place the balls on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven at 180-190°C for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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