The acai bowl was born in the Brazilian Amazon and became popular in Hawaii and California as a post-surf energy breakfast. Combines antioxidant superfruit with crunchy toppings and tropical fruits. It is an icon of functional food and aesthetics of colorful bowls on networks.
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Acai smoothie bowl
Smoothie bowl acai from Brazil: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- Brazil
- Breakfast
- Vegan
- Light
- High fiber
- easy
10 min
Tiempo de Preparación
2
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 385 kcal
- Protein 8 g
- Fiber 9 g
- Carbohydrates 52 g
- Fat 18 g
- Sodium 85 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Smoothie bowl acai is a preparation from Brazil with easy difficulty. Reserve about 10 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 200 g of frozen acai pulp.
- Have ready: 1 frozen banana.
- Have ready: 100 ml of coconut milk.
- Have ready: 50 ml of orange juice.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Crush acai
Blend acai, frozen banana, coconut milk, juice and honey until a thick ice cream-like texture. Reduce heat to medium so that the liquid concentrates flavor without burning the bottom.
Reduce heat to medium so that the liquid concentrates flavor without burning the bottom.
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Pour into cold bowls forming an even layer.
Pour into cold bowls forming an even layer.
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Decorate in stripes with granola
Decorate in stripes with granola, fresh fruits and blueberries.
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Sprinkle grated coconut and chia seeds on top
Sprinkle grated coconut and chia seeds on top.
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Add tablespoons of almond butter in the center
Add tablespoons of almond butter in the center.
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Serve immediately with a spoon to mix toppings.
Serve immediately with a spoon to mix toppings.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with vegetable milk (oat or almond) instead of whole milk.
- Cold version served with ice for hot days.
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