Pao com Manteiga de Amendoim
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Fresh crusty bread — 4 slices
- Roasted peanuts, shelled — 200 g (7 oz)
- Vegetable oil — 1 tbsp
- Salt — 1/2 tsp
- Honey (optional) — 1 tbsp
Method
- Blend the roasted peanuts in a food processor until they begin to release their oils and form a coarse paste.
- Add the vegetable oil and salt, blending until smooth and spreadable.
- Stir in honey if a sweeter spread is preferred.
- Toast the bread slices lightly if desired.
- Spread generously with the peanut butter and serve.
Introduction: Fresh local bread spread with rich, homemade peanut butter, a simple Santomean breakfast.
Cultural Background: Peanuts grow well in Sao Tome's volcanic soil, and this simple pairing of fresh bread with peanut butter reflects the islands' agricultural strengths, a common way to start the day across the country.
Tips: Blend the peanuts patiently, as it takes a few minutes for them to break down into a smooth paste. Roast raw peanuts yourself first for the freshest flavour if pre-roasted ones aren't available.
Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon to the peanut butter for warmth; swap honey for a drizzle of local palm sugar syrup.
Storage: Store the peanut butter in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating: This spread is served at room temperature and is not reheated.
Nutrition: Approx. 320 kcal, 10 g protein, 30 g carbohydrate, 18 g fat per serving.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use store-bought peanut butter instead?
A: Yes, though homemade gives a fresher, more traditional flavour and texture.
Q: Is this bread homemade or store-bought?
A: Either works; a simple crusty white or wholemeal bread suits the peanut butter well.
- Fresh crusty bread — 4 slices
- Roasted peanuts, shelled — 200 g (7 oz)
- Vegetable oil — 1 tbsp
- Salt — 1/2 tsp
- Honey (optional) — 1 tbsp
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