| 1 small onion, chopped 1/4 cup dendê (palm) oil * 2/3 cup manioc meal * 1 ounce (about 1/4 cup) dried shrimp, ground fine (optional) * available at
specialty food stores markets |
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In a heavy skillet cook the onions in the oil over low heat until softened. Stir in the manioc meal gradually and cook the mixture, stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shrimp and salt to taste. |