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Vatapá
Soak bread in coconut milk. Blend with peanuts, shrimp, onion, garlic, ginger and chilli.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Vatapá take?
45 min all in — 20 min prep, 25 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Peanuts, Wheat, Fish. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Dairy-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Blender.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Dendê → A little paprika in oil. Colour without the perfume. Say so.
Any tips from this recipe?
Cashews instead of some of the peanuts is a house extra. It thickens as it cools. Loosen with coconut milk.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.