Ingredients
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1 lb Shrimppeeled and deveined
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2 Cups Coconut Milk
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1 Cup Dried Shrimpsoaked in water and drained
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2 Cups Bread Crumbssoaked in 1 Cup of water
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1 Onionfinely chopped
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2 Cloves Garlicminced
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1 Small Red Bell Pepperchopped
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1 Small Green Bell Pepperchopped
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1 tbsp Gingergrated
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2 tbsp Palm Oilor vegetable oil
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½ Cup Peanutsground
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½ Cup Cashewsground
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1 tsp Paprika Powder
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Acc. To Taste Salt
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Acc. To Taste Black Pepper Powder
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For Garnish Fresh Cilantro Leaves
Description
Vatapá or Brazilian Shrimp Stew is a traditional Brazilian dish originating from the northeastern state of Bahia. This creamy and flavorful seafood stew is a delicious blend of African, Indigenous, and Portuguese culinary influences. Made with shrimp, coconut milk, bread, and a variety of spices, Vatapá offers a rich and exotic taste that transports you to the vibrant streets of Salvador. Enjoy Vatapá, a taste of Brazilian tradition with every spoonful!
Here’s the recipe for Traditional Brazilian Dish Vatapá;
Directions:
- In a blender, combine soaked bread crumbs, coconut milk, and ground peanuts and cashews.
- Blend until smooth and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the palm oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant and golden brown.
- Add the chopped red and green bell peppers, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the soaked dried shrimp and fresh shrimp, cooking until the shrimp turns pink.
- Pour the blended mixture into the pot, stirring continuously.
- Add paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot, traditionally accompanied by white rice and a side of farofa (toasted cassava flour).
