Traditional Brazilian Cuscuz

Discover the soul-warming simplicity of **Traditional Brazilian Cuscuz**, a beloved South American dish made with fluffy, steamed **cornmeal (flocão de milho)**. Perfect for breakfast, side dishes, or light meals, this recipe captures the essence of Brazil’s culinary traditions with its quick preparation and versatile customization options. Infused with a touch of salt and optionally enhanced with shredded coconut or grated cheese, this cuscuz offers a naturally gluten-free, hearty texture and subtly sweet flavor that's irresistible. Prepared in just 30 minutes with a steamer or a cuscuz pan, it’s an effortless yet authentic way to bring a taste of Brazil to your table. Serve warm, sliced into wedges, and don’t forget to sprinkle extra toppings for an indulgent final touch! Ideal for **traditional Brazilian recipes**, **gluten-free cooking**, and wholesome comfort food enthusiasts.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cornmeal (flocão de milho)
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup shredded coconut (optional)
• 0.5 cup grated cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, and shredded coconut if using. Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring continuously to ensure the cornmeal absorbs the water evenly.

Step 2

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes. This resting period allows the cornmeal to fully absorb the water and become pliable.

Step 3

Prepare a steamer by filling the bottom part with water, ensuring that the water level is below the steamer basket.

Step 4

Transfer the hydrated cornmeal mixture to a cuscuz pan or a fine-mesh strainer that fits inside your steamer. You can use a cheesecloth lining if your strainer's mesh is too wide.

Step 5

Place the basket or strainer over the prepared pot or steamer and cover with a lid.

Step 6

Steam the cuscuz over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cornmeal is cooked through and fluffy. If using cheese, sprinkle it on top during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 7

Carefully remove the cuscuz from the steamer and allow it to cool slightly before transferring it to a large dish or serving platter.

Step 8

Slice the cuscuz into wedges and serve warm. Add more cheese or coconut on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	827 grams (827.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2530

Total Fat 106.80g	137%
Saturated Fat 84.30g	422%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 59mg	20%
Sodium 2789mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 346.70g	126%
Dietary Fiber 49.20g	176%
Total Sugars 11.60g
Protein 52.70g	105%

Vitamin D 3IU	17%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1302mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 54.2%