Yoki Polvilho Azedo (Zuur Polvilho) - 500g | Sour Cassava Starch

Unlock authentic Brazilian baking with Yoki Polvilho Azedo — a 500 g pack of sour cassava starch (polvilho azedo) used to create the light, airy crumb and characteristic chew of pão de queijo and other traditional recipes. Its natural fermentation gives doughs lift, crisp edges, and a tender interior — essential for true Brazilian texture.

At a glance:

• ✅ Sour cassava starch (polvilho azedo) — fermented tapioca starch for leavening and texture.
• 🧀 Perfect for pão de queijo — produces airy, chewy interiors with crisp crusts.
• 🌾 Gluten-free — great for gluten-free baking and batters.
• 📦 Net weight: 500 g — ideal for home bakers and small kitchens.

Key uses & tips:

• Pão de queijo: Combine polvilho azedo with grated cheese, eggs, oil, and milk — bake into bite-sized cheese breads with the classic puff and chew.
• Crisp batters & coatings: Use in tempura-style batters for extra lightness and crispness.
• Texture boost: Replace part of wheat or other starches to add chew and air in gluten-free recipes.

Simple pão de queijo starter (quick guidance):

• Ingredients (approx for 20 balls): 500 g polvilho azedo, 250 ml milk, 100 ml oil, 2 eggs, 200 g grated queijo (Parmesan or Minas), 1 tsp salt.
• Method (brief): Heat milk + oil; pour over polvilho to gelatinize; mix until smooth; add eggs, cheese, salt; shape and bake at 200°C (390°F) until puffed and golden (12–18 min).

Product facts:

• Ingredients: Polvilho azedo (sour cassava/tapioca starch).
• Allergens: Naturally gluten-free; check packaging for cross-contamination statements.
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Seal after opening and use within the recommended period to preserve freshness.
• Net weight: 500 g

Add Yoki Polvilho Azedo 500 g to your pantry for authentic Brazilian results — from perfectly puffed pão de queijo to light, crisp batters.