Brazilian recipe
Calabresa sausage and cheese pastry filling (Recheio de pastel de calabresa com queijo)
Discover how to prepare a classic, flavorful savory filling of smoked calabresa sausage and melted cheese for pastries—the perfect choice for a quick and satisfying snack.
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Ingredients
300g grated linguiça calabresa
1 small onion, finely chopped
250g mozzarella, grated or in small cubes
Dried oregano to taste
1 small onion, finely chopped
250g mozzarella, grated or in small cubes
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find linguiça calabresa at local butcher shops or specialized gourmet deli counters. If you cannot find this specific Brazilian smoked sausage, a high-quality smoked chorizo or a firm, spicy smoked sausage serves as a suitable substitute. Mozzarella and onions are widely available at any local supermarket produce and dairy sections.
Preparation method
- Place the grated calabresa sausage and chopped onion into a frying pan.
- Sauté the ingredients over medium heat until the onion softens and the sausage begins to brown lightly.
- Drain any excess fat that may have accumulated at the bottom of the pan.
- Transfer the sausage and onion mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the mozzarella.
- Sprinkle the oregano over the filling and fold everything together until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool completely before assembling the pastries to ensure the residual heat does not melt the cheese prematurely.
Observations
This filling brings together the distinct smoky flavor of the sausage with the gooey texture of melted cheese. The trick to achieving the ideal bite is to allow the mixture to cool down completely before filling your dough; this prevents the cheese from melting too early during the assembly process and ensures a perfect contrast of textures upon frying.
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