dinner · dairy-free
Vatapá (Bahian shrimp and bread stew)
Creamy Bahian stew of bread, coconut milk, peanuts, cashews, dried shrimp and dendê oil.
- Time
- 45min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Contains wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.
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Method
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1
Blend soaked bread, peanuts, cashews, dried shrimp, onion, garlic, ginger and tomato with the stock until smooth.
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2
Cook in a pot with dendê oil, stirring, over medium heat.
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3
Add coconut milk and keep stirring until thick and creamy, 15–20 minutes.
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4
Add fresh shrimp (if using) for the last 3 minutes, until pink and opaque.
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5
Season with salt, chili and cilantro; serve with rice or in acarajé.
