Bolo do Caco
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked island of Madeira with this traditional Bolo do Caco recipe. This iconic flatbread is irresistibly soft and slightly sweet, thanks to the addition of mashed sweet potatoes, which give it a unique flavor and tender texture. Made from simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, yeast, and a hint of sugar, this bread is a testament to the beauty of simplicity. The dough is kneaded to perfection, allowed to rise, then shaped into discs and cooked on a stovetop griddle for that signature golden crust. Perfectly versatile, Bolo do Caco is traditionally served warm with a generous spread of garlicky butter, making it a must-try side dish or snack for bread lovers. This authentic recipe is easy to prepare and will transport you to the heart of Portuguese cuisine with every bite.
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Ingredients
- 150 grams Sweet potato
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Active dry yeast
- 250 milliliters Water
- 10 grams Salt
- 5 grams Sugar
Directions
Step 1
Peel and boil the sweet potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash them until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating that the yeast is active.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cooled, mashed sweet potato and mix to combine.
Step 4
Pour the yeast mixture into the flour and sweet potato mix. Stir until a dough begins to form.
Step 5
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 6
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until it doubles in size.
Step 7
Punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
Step 8
On a floured surface, flatten each ball of dough into a disc about 1 cm thick.
Step 9
Cover the discs with a cloth and let them rest for another 30 minutes.
Step 10
Heat a non-stick frying pan or a flat griddle over medium heat.
Step 11
Cook each dough disc on the hot pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 12
Serve warm, traditionally with garlic butter.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 925.6 grams (925.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2026 |
| Total Fat 11.60g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat 2.40g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g | |
| Cholesterol 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium 4234mg | 184% |
| Total Carbohydrate 414.40g | 151% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.60g | 66% |
| Total Sugars 14.20g | |
| Protein 56.30g | 113% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 124mg | 10% |
| Iron 25mg | 136% |
| Potassium 1006mg | 21% |
Source of Calories