Originating from the eastern region of the country, specifically from the Santa Cruz department. The preparation of the dumplings is simple, but the result is incredibly tasty. The main ingredients are cassava starch (manioc), grated fresh cheese, eggs, and a bit of butter. Sometimes, a pinch of salt and baking powder are also added to improve the texture.
The secret to the distinctive flavor of these dumplings lies in the cheese, which should be of good quality and well crumbled to blend perfectly into the dough. During baking, the cheese melts and mixes with the cassava starch, creating a unique texture and an irresistible flavor that combines the saltiness of the cheese with the light sweetness of the cassava.
Cornmeal Dumplings
Ingredients
2 pounds of Cassava starch
¼ pound of Cornmeal
3 pounds of Grated or scraped fresh cheese
1 Egg
1 tablespoon of Sugar
1 teaspoon of Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon of Salt
Milk
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare these delicious cassava and cornmeal balls, it is important to start by sifting or sieving the starch and cornmeal.
Step 2 : Then, mix them with the rest of the ingredients until obtaining a uniform, soft, and sticky dough.
Step 3 : If the dough is too dry, you can add a little milk, being careful not to add too much so it doesn't become watery.
Step 4 : Next, form balls with the dough, making a slight indentation at the bottom of each to allow the dough to rise during baking.
Step 5 : Place these balls on a lightly greased baking sheet and let them rest for about half an hour.
Step 6 : Once rested, transfer them to a preheated oven at 190°C and bake for about 15 minutes, or until they are dry and golden.
Step 7 : After this baking time, the cassava and cornmeal balls will be ready to enjoy.
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