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Savory Mungunzá (Northeastern Brazilian Corn Stew)

A traditional and hearty Northeastern Brazilian savory corn dish made with corn, cured meats, and spices.

Origin
Brazil
Style
HomemadeComfort food
Diet
High protein
#Nordestino#Salgado#Mungunzá
Time115 min
Portions6 portions
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

Ingredients

  • unitYellow corn grits (canjica)
  • unitSausage
  • unitBacon
  • unitCharque (dried beef)
  • unitGreen herbs (Cheiro verde)
  • unitChili pepper (Pimenta de cheiro)
  • unitTomato
  • unitOnion
  • unitGarlic
  • unitGourmet seasoning
  • unitColorau (annatto powder)

Directions

  1. 1

    Leave the corn to soak overnight.

  2. 2

    Drain the water, add fresh water, and cook in a pressure cooker for 40 minutes.

    40 min
  3. 3

    In another pan, fry the bacon, sausage, and charque.

    10 min
  4. 4

    Add the onion, garlic, chili pepper, and tomato to the pan.

    5 min
  5. 5

    Season with gourmet seasoning and colorau.

    2 min
  6. 6

    Add the cooked corn to the pan with the seasonings and meats.

    2 min
  7. 7

    Add enough hot water to cover everything.

    1 min
  8. 8

    Cook in the pressure cooker for 15 minutes.

    15 min
  9. 9

    Finish with fresh green herbs.

    1 min

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Tips & Pairings

Best SeasonWinter
Pairing SuggestionsA cold fruit juice or a refreshing beverage.
Tips & Tricks

Make sure to soak the corn overnight to ensure it cooks properly and has a better texture.

Nutrition

450 kcal23% of daily targetCalories per serving
45g16%
Carbohydrates
22g29%
Protein
25g37%
Total Fat
10g45%
Saturated Fat
5g18%
Fiber
2g4%
Sugar
850mg37%
Sodium

AI-estimated values

Sensory Profile

Sweetness1/5
Sourness1/5
Saltiness4/5
Spiciness2/5
Bitterness1/5
Richness4/5
Texture:Creamy and hearty

Preparation & Equipment

Cooking Method:
SoakingPressure cookingFryingSautéing
Equipment:
Pressure cookerPan

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