Fubá Suado Mineiro
A traditional Brazilian dish from Minas Gerais made with cornmeal, bacon, calabresa sausage, herbs, and Canastra cheese, delivering authentic rustic flavors.
Experience the authentic flavors of Minas Gerais, Brazil, with this traditional Fubá Suado Mineiro recipe. This dish offers a delicious blend of cornmeal cooked to a crumbly perfection, infused with the rich flavors of bacon and calabresa sausage, and topped with fresh herbs and Canastra cheese. Whether served as a main course or a hearty side dish, it will transport you to the rustic countryside of Brazil.
Ingredients
🌽 500g fubá, cornmeal
🥓 200g bacon and calabresa sausage, diced
🐖 1 tablespoon pork lard
💧 1.5 cups water, added gradually
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌿 1/4 cup chopped green herbs, parsley and scallions
🧀 1/2 cup grated Canastra cheese, some reserved for garnish
Instructions
1- Prepare the Meats:
- Heat a small cast iron frying pan over a hot stove and add a little pork lard.
- Fry the diced bacon and calabresa until crispy and browned.
- Set aside for later use.
2- Cook the Fubá:
- In a large cast iron pot, such as a NEO pot, melt a tablespoon of pork lard over high heat.
- Stir in salt and add a small amount of water from a kettle to warm.
- Gradually add the fubá to the pot, stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Slowly incorporate more water, stirring continuously to “sweat” the fubá, cooking it until granular and crumbly, about 10-15 minutes.
3- Combine and Finish:
- Add the fried bacon and calabresa to the cooked fubá, mixing well.
- Incorporate the chopped green herbs and some of the grated Canastra cheese.
- Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all the ingredients.
4- Serve:
- Transfer to a serving dish or serve directly from the pot.
- Garnish with extra Canastra cheese and herbs for a touch of freshness.
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 25-35 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment: NEO cast iron pot, cast iron frying pan, wooden spoon, red kettle (optional)
Cooking Tips
- Gradual Water Addition: Essential for the perfect texture. Add water slowly while stirring to prevent a mushy paste.
- Thick Pot: Use a cast iron pot to maintain even heat and avoid sticking.
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