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.
Ingredients
- 500g cassava flour
- 250g grated cheese
- 3 eggs
- 100g butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large bowl, mix the cassava flour, grated cheese, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the melted butter and milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small rolls or buns and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
- 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