Minas Cheese Biscuits

Embark on a delicious journey to the heart of Brazil with these traditional Minas Cheese Biscuits, or "Biscoito de Queijo Mineiro." A beloved snack from the rich culinary tapestry of Minas Gerais, these biscuits are a perfect combination of cheesy, chewy, and slightly crunchy. Ideal as an appetizer or a quick snack, they pair beautifully with a refreshing cup of coffee.

Ingredients

🌽 1 cup (200ml) Biju Corn Flour
🥛 1 cup (170g) Natural Yogurt
🍳 2 whole Eggs
💧 1/2 cup (100ml) Water for scalding
💧 1/2 cup (100ml) Warm Water for kneading
🛢️ 1/2 cup (100ml) Oil
🧂 1 shallow tablespoon Salt
🧀 2 cups (200g) Grated Cheese Mussarela, Minas Padrão, or Minas Curado
🍾 4 cups (800ml) Polvilho Azedo Sour Cassava Starch

Instructions

1- Hydrate Corn Flour:

• In a mixing bowl, blend together 1 cup of Biju corn flour with 1 cup of natural yogurt.
• Stir well to combine and set aside to hydrate.

2- Prepare Polvilho:

• In a large mixing bowl, place 4 cups of sour cassava starch.
• Sieve the polvilho if it contains lumps for a smoother dough.

3- Boil Scalding Mixture:

• In a small red saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of water, 1/2 cup of oil, and 1 shallow tablespoon of salt.
• Bring the mixture to a boil on a Mondial electric hot plate.

4- Scald Polvilho:

• Pour the boiling mixture over the cassava starch.
• Quickly mix with a blue silicone spatula until the mixture becomes crumbly.

5- Combine Dough:

• Add the hydrated corn flour mixture and 2 whole eggs to the scalded polvilho.
• Begin mixing with the spatula, then use your hands to knead, gradually incorporating more warm water as needed for a smooth dough.

6- Incorporate Cheese:

• Work in 2 cups of grated cheese by hand, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.

7- Preheat Oven & Prepare Tray:

• Preheat your oven to a high temperature.
• Lightly grease a copper-colored baking tray with butter.

8- Shape Biscuits:

• Grease your hands using a small decorative dish of oil.
• Form small portions of dough into finger-like biscuits and place them on the baking tray with some space between each.

9- Bake:

• Place the tray in the preheated oven to let the biscuits rise and puff.
• Reduce the oven temperature to 180-200°C and bake until golden brown.

10- Serve:

• Once baked, remove from the oven and serve warm.
• Enjoy with a cup of coffee for an authentic experience.

Prep Time: Estimated 20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 20-25 minutes
Total Time: About 45 minutes
Servings: Approximately 8-10
Equipment: Various sizes of ceramic or glass mixing bowls, small red saucepan, Mondial electric hot plate, blue silicone spatula, metal spoon, measuring cups and spoons, copper-colored baking tray, oven, small decorative bowl for greasing, woven basket for serving, small black coffee pot and cups

Cooking Tips

• Sieve polvilho for a smoother biscuit texture.
• Fine-tune salt for personal preference or cheese saltiness.
• Gradually incorporate warm water to achieve pliable dough.
• Freeze uncooked biscuits for later baking convenience.

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Minas Cheese Biscuits