{"id":"masato_41a6f1c4d1","slug":"masato-amazonian-cassava-drink","title":"Masato (Amazonian Cassava Drink)","description":"A traditional fermented beverage from the Latin American Amazon, made from boiled and mashed cassava. It is creamy, naturally tangy, and subtly sweet.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":2925,"activeMinutes":45},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 kg Cassava (Yuca)","name":"Cassava","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"peeled and cubed","notes":"fresh or frozen yuca; ensure the woody core is removed after boiling","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 liters Water","name":"Water","quantity":2,"unit":"l","usQuantity":8.5,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"divided use","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"200 g Sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste; aids fermentation","group":"Sweetener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 Cinnamon stick","name":"Cinnamon Stick","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"stick","notes":"for flavor during boiling","group":"Aromatics","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the peeled and cubed cassava and the cinnamon stick in a large pot. Cover with 1 liter (4 1/4 cups) of water and bring to a boil at 212°F (100°C).","group":"Cooking","title":"Place the peeled and cubed cassava and the cinnamon stick","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Simmer for approximately 30 minutes until the cassava is very soft and starts to break apart. Drain the water and remove the cinnamon stick.","group":"Cooking","title":"Simmer for approximately 30 minutes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Remove the tough, woody fiber from the center of each cassava piece. Mash the warm cassava into a smooth, thick paste using a mortar and pestle or a potato masher.","group":"Preparation","title":"Remove the tough, woody fiber from the center of each cassava piece","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a large glass jar or clay pot, combine the cassava paste with the remaining 1 liter (4 1/4 cups) of water and the sugar. Stir vigorously until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is a creamy liquid.","group":"Mixing","title":"Combine the cassava paste","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Cover the container with a breathable cloth and let it sit in a dark, warm place to ferment. Allow it to rest for 2 to 3 days (2880 minutes). The drink is ready when it smells slightly alcoholic and tangy.","group":"Fermentation","title":"Cover the container","timerMinutes":2880,"sourceTitle":"Fermentation"}],"notes":"Traditionally, fermentation occurred through enzymes in saliva, but modern recipes use sugar or natural starches to kickstart the process. For a stronger tang, leave it to ferment for up to 4 days.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Peruvian","Amazonian"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["boil"],"equipment":["large pot","potato masher","large glass jar","cheesecloth"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":2.5,"unit":"l","note":"Makes about 2.5 liters of drink"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The fermentation process is inherently make-ahead. It should be started at least 2 days before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Once fermented to your liking, store in the refrigerator to slow down the fermentation process.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled. Stir well before serving as separation is natural."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmasato_41a6f1c4d1%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=55bb61de-b725-40ec-bd69-0236b764f972","imageAlt":"Masato (Amazonian Cassava Drink) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["fermented","cassava","yuca","amazonian","traditional","drink"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Masato (Amazonian Cassava Drink)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T00:18:10.400Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T00:18:10.400Z","related":[{"id":"agua_de_jamaica_4ac91b34e3","slug":"agua-de-jamaica","title":"Agua de Jamaica","description":"A classic, refreshing, and vibrant Mexican hibiscus tea known for its tart, cranberry-like flavor and deep ruby color.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","paleo"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fagua_de_jamaica_4ac91b34e3%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c0c3f878-76cb-40d6-bb81-e9e1b89e63c8","imageAlt":"Agua de Jamaica — recipe cover","tags":["refreshing","hibiscus","mexican","iced tea","agua fresca","tart"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"limonada_suica_029b80b4d5","slug":"brazilian-swiss-lemonade-limonada-suica","title":"Brazilian Swiss Lemonade (Limonada Suíça)","description":"A creamy, frothy, and refreshing Brazilian limeade made with whole limes and sweetened condensed milk. 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