Brazilian cuisine is diverse, regional, and deeply rooted in the country's history. But whether it's feijoada in São Paulo, churrasco in Rio Grande do Sul, or tacacá in the Amazon – there is a handful of ingredients found in every Brazilian kitchen. Anyone who knows these five basic ingredients can cook authentic Brazilian food.
1. Feijão – The bean that holds Brazil together
No dish is more Brazilian than Arroz com Feijão – rice and beans. It is the daily staple for millions of Brazilians: simple, nutritious, and irresistible. The most important varieties are Feijão Carioca (brown beans, mild and creamy) and Feijão Preto (black beans, richer in flavor – essential for feijoada). Our Feijão selection offers both varieties in top quality.
2. Farofa – The side dish that makes everything better
Farofa is toasted manioc flour – and the universal side dish in Brazil. With feijoada, with churrasco, with eggs, with beans – farofa goes with everything and adds a pleasant, slightly nutty note and a wonderful texture to any dish. Ready-made farofa is pre-seasoned and ready in minutes. Our Farofa varieties range from classic to costelinha.
3. Polvilho Azedo – The secret behind Pão de Queijo
No Polvilho Azedo means no pão de queijo – and no pão de queijo means no Brazilian breakfast. The fermented manioc starch is naturally gluten-free and gives Brazilian cheese rolls their unmistakable airy, elastic texture. But biscoito de polvilho and other baked goods would also be unthinkable without it. Our Polvilho Azedo is available in various sizes.
4. Tempero – The Brazilian seasoning salt
Cooking Brazilian without tempero is like cooking without salt. Sazón seasoning blends are as common in Brazil as salt and pepper are in Germany. Depending on the color, they are used for different dishes: green for poultry and fish, red for meat, yellow for rice and beans. Simple, practical, and incredibly aromatic. Our Tempero selection covers all varieties.
5. Guaraná – The drink of Brazil
Brazilian cuisine includes the Brazilian drink: Guaraná Antarctica. Sweet, fruity, slightly tart – a taste you can only find in Brazil. In Brazil, Guaraná is drunk with every meal, served at every churrasco, and sorely missed by Brazilians living abroad. Our Guaraná Antarctica is available in both classic and zero versions.
Conclusion: Your Brazilian starter set
With these five ingredients, you are well-equipped for Brazilian cuisine. They are the foundation for dozens of dishes, easy to find, and have a long shelf life. Start with arroz com feijão, bake pão de queijo, grill with farofa as a side – and enjoy an ice-cold Guaraná with it. Welcome to Brazil.
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