Acaçá

Acaçá is a traditional Afro-Brazilian dish that's the most important ritual food of the Candomblé religion. This thick mush-like dish is made from ground or grated white corn that's soaked, pounded, then wrapped and shaped in banana leaves. The Candomblé religion originated in Bahia, and that's where you can find this specialty. The flavor of acaçá is somewhat bland and neutral because it only contains white corn and salt. It's usually served with dishes that contain some kind of sauce in order for acaçá to absorb its flavors.