Rio Couscous: a magical recipe in terms of flavor and practicality
Discover the step-by-step guide to making delicious Rio couscous, with this recipe you will win over new fans who will enjoy this recipe when you make it.
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Time 50 minutes (refrigerator)

Makes between 8 to 10 servings

There is a variety of dishes that contain coconut, a very versatile ingredient that allows you to make recipes such as cakes, desserts, jellies and even drinks.
That's why our team brings the Rio couscous, or simply tapioca couscous that brings together a mix of wonderful ingredients, the result of this practical and easy-to-prepare recipe is a surprising flavor. See now what the items are and how to make this couscous.
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Ingredients you will need for Rio couscous:
- 1 liter of milk
- 200ml coconut milk
- 100g grated coconut (fresh or dried)
- 2 cups of sugar
- 500g granulated tapioca
- 1/2 can of condensed milk to finish
METHOD OF PREPARATION:
- First of all, put the milk to heat and turn off the heat, there is no need for the milk to boil. Then, add all the other ingredients except the condensed milk.
- Then, so that the tapioca can absorb the liquids and become swollen, leave it at a more ambient temperature for 30 minutes and stir at intervals of 5 minutes, ensuring that this process occurs.
- Finally, transfer it to a pan greased with oil and place it in the fridge. When it is very firm, unmold it and pour the condensed milk on top.
Additional Information: The tapioca we use looks like sago, which are those hard, small balls.
So be careful, as the recipe is not Sagu or the regular tapioca that we prepare in the frying pan.
Read the packaging and the description must say “grained tapioca” or “tapioca for cake”, usually found in the grains and flours section of supermarkets.
Are they served? This recipe that Rio couscous It's a feeling. The quality of the tapioca will determine how long the process of absorbing the liquids will take, in some cases this can last from one day to the next.
Discover 5 benefits of coconut
Many don't know, but coconut is rich in good fats and low in carbohydrates, which brings a series of benefits to our health. But know that depending on whether the fruit is ripe or green, its nutritional value will be enhanced.
In general, coconut has a high content of mineral salts, such as potassium, sodium, phosphorus and chlorine. Let's leave this chat aside and show you the benefits of this ingredient widely used in Brazilian cuisine:
- Help with weight loss: the fact that it is rich in fiber and has little carbohydrates, coconut increases our satiety;
- Improve bowel function: this is because it is rich in fiber;
- Antioxidant and prevent diseases: it acts in our body by reducing old cells as it is a source of vitamins A, C and E;
- Strengthens the immune system: lauric acid, which coconut contains prevents the spread of fungi, viruses and bacteria;
- Mineral replenisher: When we do physical activity, many salts are lost and as coconut has nutrients such as zinc, potassium, selenium, copper and magnesium, this helps to replace them.
This last benefit is mainly caused by coconut water, which works as an isotonic drink and ideal for post-workout.
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