X-caboquinho
Brazilian sandwich
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A x-caboquinho is a sandwich consisting of tucumã shavings, queijo coalho, and fried plantain between a sliced buttered pão francês. It is typical to the Brazilian state of Amazonas and is officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of the state capital of Manaus.[1][2]
Place of originBrazil
Region or stateAmazonas (state)
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredientsTucumã, queijo coalho, fried plantain
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| Place of origin | Brazil |
|---|---|
| Region or state | Amazonas (state) |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Tucumã, queijo coalho, fried plantain |
The sandwich originated in Parintins and was popularized in Manaus by Escola Técnica Federal do Amazonas students from Parintins in the 1960s.[3]
