The best of Brazilian cuisine in 6 dishes

Brazilian gastronomy is as vast as the great expanse of this country and as wonderful as the diverse cultures that inhabit it. Let’s remember that the immense range of flavors found in Brazilian food is primarily due to the influence of indigenous ingredients mixed with the traditions of European and African cuisine, which is why you can discover the best of Brazilian cuisine through these 6 dishes. Vatapá If you want to know the typical dishes of Brazil, you must start by trying vatapá, a type of puree made with cooked seafood, bread previously soaked in coconut milk, peanuts, onion, ginger, salt, pepper, and cilantro. It can be served with rice and chicken or can be used as a side dish for other dishes. Feijoada One of the most well-known Brazilian foods in the world is feijoada, made with beans accompanied by pig's feet, tails, and ears. Other types of meat such as loin, ribs, bacon, and smoked sausage can also be added. Feijoada originated in the colonial period when slaves added beans to the leftover meat from the parties of wealthy plantation owners. Acarajé Acarajé is a dish of African origin that is traditionally eaten in the Bahia region, in northeastern Brazil. It consists of fried dough filled with white beans, onion, and shrimp, accompanied by vatapá. A great option for dinner! Moqueca de Peixe A very traditional dish of Brazil is moqueca, a stew made with fish, salt, spices, and herbs marinated with onion, bell pepper, tomato, and cilantro leaves, as well as coconut milk and palm oil. In some areas, it is also served with shrimp. Would you like to try it? Cheese bread Pão de queijo is another favorite of Brazilian cuisine, and although it consists of simple cheese rolls, its flavor is indescribable. Brazilian cheese bread is made with flour, milk, oil, water, sweet cassava starch, eggs, and queijo minas, a very popular cheese variety from the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Churrasco Although we can also find Argentine or Bolivian churrasco, Brazilian churrasco has an incomparable essence and flavor. It consists of a piece of beef grilled on a griddle, over coals, or directly over the fire; it is usually picanha, which is often presented on skewers, cooked over wood, and accompanied by plantains. Without a doubt, Brazilian skewers are a must-try classic. Have you tried any of these Brazilian dishes? Which one is your favorite?