Paraguayan Cassava Bread (chipa De Mandioca)

Chipa de Mandioca is a traditional Paraguayan bread made with cassava flour and cheese. It is a popular snack or breakfast item in Paraguay, known for its chewy texture and cheesy flavor.

Paraguayan Cassava Bread (chipa De Mandioca)

Ingredients

  • 500g cassava flour
  • 250g grated cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • 100g butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cassava flour, grated cheese, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the melted butter and milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Shape the dough into small rolls or buns and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
7g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the chipa de mandioca warm with a cup of mate (traditional Paraguayan tea).

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add chopped ham or bacon to the dough for extra flavor.

Cost

$10