Sweet and Savory: Chipa So'o (Meat-Filled Cheese Bread)
Chipa So'o is a traditional Paraguayan bread filled with meat and cheese, offering a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. This recipe is a popular snack or breakfast item in Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay.
Ingredients
- 3 cups tapioca flour
- 1 cup grated cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup cooked and diced beef or ham
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the tapioca flour, grated cheese, milk, butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Add the cooked meat, green onions, bell peppers, and salt to the bowl, and mix until evenly distributed.
- Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes 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
- 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Baking sheet Parchment paper
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the meat-filled cheese bread warm as a delicious snack or breakfast item. It pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add a touch of sweetness by incorporating a small amount of sugar into the dough.
Cost
$10