Experience the rich and savory flavors of Brazilian cuisine with this traditional abará recipe. Abará is a delectable dish made from black-eyed peas and infused with coconut milk, cashews, and shrimp, all wrapped in banana leaves and steamed to perfection. Follow this step-by-step guide brought to you by Vanuza Santos, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bahian cuisine!

Ingredients

🫘 600g black-eyed peas
🧅 2 medium onions
🧄 2 cloves of garlic
🌿 Ginger to taste
🌰 100g cashews
💧 150ml water
🧂 Salt to taste
🥥 200ml coconut milk (e.g., Grace Coconut Milk)
🟠 100ml palm oil (e.g., Red Gold Palm Oil)
🍤 150g shrimp

Instructions

1- Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas:

• Soak the black-eyed peas in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain and peel the skins off for a smoother texture.

2- Blend Ingredients:

• In a blender, combine the black-eyed peas, onions, garlic, ginger, cashews, and 150ml of water. Blend until you have a smooth paste.

3- Season the Mixture:

• Pour the paste into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the coconut milk and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.

4- Cook the Shrimp:

• In a skillet, heat palm oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sauté until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

5- Assemble the Abará:

• Cut the banana leaves into squares and soften them by passing them over an open flame.
• Spoon some of the bean mixture onto each banana leaf. Place a few shrimp on top of the mixture and fold the leaves to secure.

6- Steam the Abará:

• Set up a steamer (if you have one, use a Hamilton Beach 5.5 Quart Digital Food Steamer). Place the wrapped abará in the steamer basket and steam for about 45 minutes or until firm.

7- Serve and Enjoy:

• Unwrap the abará and serve warm with your favorite sauce or vatapá.

Prep Time: 20 minutes (excluding soaking time)
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hr 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories per Serving: Approximately 320
Proteins: 15g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment:

• Blender (e.g., Vitamix A2300)
• Skillet (e.g., T-fal E93808 Professional Nonstick Fry Pan)
• Steamer (e.g., Hamilton Beach 5.5 Quart Digital Food Steamer)

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the banana leaves are pliable to prevent breaking during wrapping.
• Adjust ginger and salt to your taste preference for a personalized touch.

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