Vatapá is a traditional dish of Brazilian cuisine, especially popular in the northeast region of the country. It is made with dried shrimp, peanuts, palm oil and other delicious ingredients.
Vatapd
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
20
minutesHere is a basic and easy recipe to prepare your vatapá:
Ingredients
500g dried shrimp (without shell and head)
500ml of coconut milk
200g roasted and skinless peanuts
2 medium chopped onions
2 minced garlic cloves
2 chopped ripe tomatoes
1 chopped green pepper
1 chopped red pepper
1 bunch of green smell (parsley and cilantro) chopped
100ml palm oil
100g of crustless bread (or cassava flour)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Water (necessary amount)
Directions
- Start by washing the dried shrimp well under running water to remove excess salt.
Then let them soak in water for about 1 hour. - In a large pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
- Add the previously hydrated and drained prawns, sautéing them until they are cooked.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, peppers and parsley, stirring well to incorporate the flavors.
- In a blender, place the coconut milk, the roasted and skinless peanuts, and beat until obtaining a homogeneous mixture.
- Pour the blender mixture into the pan with the other ingredients, stirring constantly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.
- Then add the palm oil, salt and black pepper to taste.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. - Allow to cook over low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- If the vatapá is too liquid, add sliced bread (or cassava flour) to thicken the consistency.
Stir well until incorporated. - Continue cooking for a few more minutes until you reach the desired texture, which should be creamy and consistent.
