Vegan Vatapá

Discover the essence of Bahia with this delightful Vegan Vatapá—a creamy, rich stew that brings the traditional flavors of Brazil to your table while keeping it entirely plant-based. With a combination of spices and clever techniques to mimic the traditional shrimp flavor, this dish promises a satisfying and authentic taste experience.

Ingredients

🟠 1/4 cup Palm Oil, Azeite de dendê
🥥 400 ml Coconut Milk, no specific brand visible
🌾 1 cup Wheat Flour, Farinha de trigo
🫑 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
🌶️ 1 Dedo de Moça Pepper, deseeded
🧅 1 medium Onion, chopped
🥜 1/2 cup Toasted and Chopped Peanuts
🌰 1/2 cup Toasted and Chopped Cashew Nuts
🫒 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
🧂 Salt, precise measurement not provided
🍅 1-2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
🌿 A small bunch of Cilantro, chopped
🫚 A small piece of Ginger
🧄 1-2 cloves of Garlic

Instructions

1- Prepare Ingredients:

• Chop the red bell pepper, deseed the dedo de moça pepper, and chop the onion, tomatoes, cilantro, ginger, and garlic.
• Measure out all other ingredients.

2- Blend Ingredients:

• In a blender, combine palm oil, coconut milk, wheat flour, chopped red bell pepper, dedo de moça pepper, onion, peanuts, cashew nuts, olive oil, salt, tomatoes, cilantro, ginger, and garlic.

3- Blend until Smooth:

• Blend the mixture until it becomes a smooth and homogeneous liquid.

4- Cook the Mixture:

• Pour the blended mixture into a cooking pot.

5- Simmer and Stir:

• Place the pot over low heat and stir continuously, without stopping, to prevent lumps from forming.
• Keep stirring until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

6- Final Touches:

• Adjust seasoning if necessary.
• Once done, serve with a garnish of fresh cilantro.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Proteins: 6g per serving
Fats: 28g per serving
Carbohydrates: 26g per serving
Equipment: Blender, no specific brand visible; Cooking Pot, no specific brand visible; Gas Stove, no specific brand visible; Spoon for stirring, no specific brand visible; Measuring Cups/Bowls

Cooking Tips

• Use the "flower" or settled portion of the palm oil at the bottom for richer color and flavor.
• To achieve the best texture, continuously stir while cooking to prevent lumps.
• For a thicker consistency, gradually add more wheat flour as needed.

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Vegan Vatapá