Tapioca

Tapioca is a traditional Brazilian breakfast dish made from cassava flour, resulting in a chewy, gluten-free pancake that can be filled with both sweet and savory ingredients. This unique dish is light and versatile, perfect for starting your day with a delicious and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Tapioca flour - 1 cup (120g)
• Water - 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Coconut flakes - 2 tablespoons (optional)
• Cheese (e.g., mozzarella or queijo coalho) - 50g (for savory filling)
• Honey or maple syrup - 1 tablespoon (for sweet filling)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the tapioca flour, water, and salt, stirring until there are no lumps and the mixture has a smooth consistency.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, pour about 1/4 cup of the tapioca mixture into the skillet, swirling it to form a thin, even layer.
3. Cook for about 2 minutes until the edges start to lift and the surface appears set. If desired, sprinkle coconut flakes over the top.
4. Add your choice of filling (cheese for savory or honey/maple syrup for sweet) on one half of the tapioca pancake.
5. Fold the other half over the filling and cook for another minute until the cheese is melted or the syrup is warm.
6. Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 120 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
• Rich in carbohydrates for quick energy, ideal for starting your day.

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