Pacoca (dried Beef Puree)

Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins Preparation Time: 4 hrs Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb dried beef (like thick beef jerky)
• 8 ounces lamb
• 4 onions
• 8 cups cassava meal
• salt
• pepper

Recipe

• 1 soak the dried beef in water to cover for 4-6 hours to draw out the salt, changing the water several times. drain and mop dry. cut into cubes about 1 inch across.
• 2 cut the lamb in small dice. cook them in a large frying pan over low heat until the fat runs. add the beef and cook until golden brown. remove the lamb and beef with a slotted spoon and set aside. using the same fat, cook the onions until soft and golden.
• 3 combine the meat and onions and pound them into a mortar, to break up the meat shreds. or use a food processor, but don't overdo it.
• 4 mix in the cassava meal gradually, to make a dense, smooth puree. return to the frying pan and heat through, stirring. season to taste. serve hot with boiled rice.