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About the Recipe

Caco Cake with Garlic Butter is one of the most beloved ways to serve Madeiran bread.

The soft dough, made with sweet potato in many versions, comes to life when served hot at the table with aromatic butter.

Ingredients

500 g of flour
200 g of cooked and mashed sweet potato
10 g of dry yeast
250 ml of warm water
1 teaspoon of salt
100 g of butter
3 cloves of garlic
Chopped parsley

Preparation Method

Mix flour, sweet potato, yeast, water, and salt.
Knead until a soft dough forms.
Let it rise until doubled.
Shape into discs and cook on a hot griddle.
Mix butter, garlic, and parsley.
Serve the breads hot with the butter.

Tips from Empório Portugal

Hot griddle creates marks and flavor.
Sweet potato keeps the dough soft.
Butter should be creamy for spreading.

Possible Substitutions in Brazil

A heavy skillet replaces the traditional caco.
Common potato can be used, but it changes the flavor.

Pairing

Goes well with espetada, soups, or snacks. If there is wine, Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.

Editorial Note from Empório Portugal

This recipe is part of the editorial curation of Empório Portugal, developed from Portuguese culinary tradition. Like all traditional recipes, it may vary according to region, family, and cook.

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Caco Cake with Garlic Butter