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Tapioca de Cuscuz com Ovo

Cultural Context

Tapioca de Cuscuz com Ovo is a beloved dish in Brazil, particularly in the Northeast region where tapioca is a staple food. Traditionally made from cassava starch, it is often filled with various ingredients, making it a versatile meal. This dish reflects the Brazilian culinary heritage, showcasing simple yet flavorful ingredients. Today, it is enjoyed in various forms across the country, often adapted with local ingredients and personal touches.

BrazilianBRmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 tablespoons flocão de milho
a pinch of salt
4 tablespoons water
1 whole egg
olive oil
mozzarella cheese

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar richness.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Kale is nutrient-dense and can be cheaper when frozen.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu can provide a similar texture in a vegan version.

1

Add 3 tablespoons of flocão de milho to a bowl.

2

Add a pinch of salt and 4 tablespoons of water to the bowl.

3

Mix the flocão, salt, and water until hydrated and then set aside.

4

In a skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and spread it around the skillet.

5

Keep the heat off while preparing the mixture.

6

Spread the hydrated flocão on one side of the skillet.

7

Turn on the heat to low and cover the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds.

8

After 30 seconds, crack 1 whole egg onto the flocão and add a pinch of salt to the egg.

9

Watch the egg closely to avoid burning, cooking until ready.

10

Carefully flip the egg and flocão mixture to cook the other side for about 30 seconds.

11

Once cooked, flip it again with care.

12

Add small pieces of mozzarella cheese on top of the egg and flocão.

13

Fold the flocão over the filling carefully.

14

Turn off the heat and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

Cuscuz de TapiocaTapioca with Egg

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