Traditional Brazilian Cuscuz
Dive into the comforting simplicity of **Traditional Brazilian Cuscuz**, a beloved staple from Brazil’s vibrant Northeast region. Made with just a handful of ingredients—soft flocão de milho (coarse cornmeal), water, and a touch of salt—this dish is steamed to perfection, creating a fluffy, satisfying texture. Customize your cuscuz by mixing in shredded coconut for a hint of sweetness or grated cheese for a savory twist, making it a versatile option for breakfast, a snack, or even as a side dish. With minimal prep time and no need for fancy equipment (a simple steamer will do), this traditional recipe is as quick and straightforward as it is utterly delicious. Serve it warm, sliced into wedges, with your favorite toppings to enjoy an authentic taste of Brazil. Keywords: Brazilian cuscuz recipe, easy cornmeal dish, traditional Brazilian breakfast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cornmeal (flocão de milho)
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 0.5 cup grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, and shredded coconut if using. Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring continuously to ensure the cornmeal absorbs the water evenly.
Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes. This resting period allows the cornmeal to fully absorb the water and become pliable.
Prepare a steamer by filling the bottom part with water, ensuring that the water level is below the steamer basket.
Transfer the hydrated cornmeal mixture to a cuscuz pan or a fine-mesh strainer that fits inside your steamer. You can use a cheesecloth lining if your strainer's mesh is too wide.
Place the basket or strainer over the prepared pot or steamer and cover with a lid.
Steam the cuscuz over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cornmeal is cooked through and fluffy. If using cheese, sprinkle it on top during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Carefully remove the cuscuz from the steamer and allow it to cool slightly before transferring it to a large dish or serving platter.
Slice the cuscuz into wedges and serve warm. Add more cheese or coconut on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.8 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.3 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2789 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.7 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.2 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1302 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
