Cassava Starch

Pan de bono is a traditional bread consisting of cassava starch, cornmeal or corn flour, queso fresco, eggs, and sugar. The bread is shaped into bagels or balls that are slightly larger than golf balls. Pan de bono is similar to other South Americ... READ MORE

Tacacá is a mouth-numbing Brazilian soup made with large dried shrimps, tucupí (wild cassava byproduct), manioc starch, hot yellow peppers, and jambú – a leafy plant with anesthetic properties. To make ... READ MORE

Mbeju is a traditional, starchy Paraguayan flatbread made with either manioc or farina flour. As a result, it is highly nutritious and looks like a pancake with a crumbly texture. Besides flour, mbeju consists of salt, water, oil, and, optionally,... READ MORE

Cuscuz nordestino is a traditional dish from the Northeast region of Brazil. It is prepared with corn flour, salt, manioc starch, and either water or coconut milk. The combination of these ingredients is steamed until fragrant. Once prepared, cusc... READ MORE

Bakso goreng is a crispy, deep-fried meatball dish from Indonesia, often enjoyed as a snack or side dish. Unlike the classic bakso, which is typically served in a soup, bakso goreng is fried until golden brown, result... READ MORE

Pihlohlo mwehng is a traditional dish that consists of taro root coated with coconut sap syrup. The dish is made with a mixture of boiled and ground taro root, starch, and sugar. The taro mixture is then formed into oblong-shaped pieces that are a... READ MORE

Mbejú avevo is a Paraguayan stuffed flatbread, made primarily from cassava starch and corn flour, then filled with melting cheese and sliced ham. Though often compared to a pancake because of its round, skillet-cooked form, mbejú is ... READ MORE