Brazilian recipe
Classic Ham and Cheese Risoles (Risole de presunto e queijo)
Learn how to make these iconic Brazilian fried pockets, featuring a tender dough and a savory, melted ham and cheese filling that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
2 cups milk
1 tbsp butter or margarine
1 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
200g cooked ham, finely diced
300g mozzarella, finely diced
2 eggs, beaten (for breading)
Breadcrumbs (for breading)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1 tbsp butter or margarine
1 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
200g cooked ham, finely diced
300g mozzarella, finely diced
2 eggs, beaten (for breading)
Breadcrumbs (for breading)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local Canadian grocery stores like Loblaws, Sobeys, or Metro. Look for ham and mozzarella in the deli section. For the breadcrumbs, the classic panko or fine dried breadcrumbs found in the baking aisle work perfectly for this recipe.
Preparation method
- In a medium saucepan, bring the milk, butter, and salt to a boil.
- Once boiling, add all of the flour at once into the pan.
- Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth, cohesive dough.
- Continue to cook over low heat, kneading the dough against the base of the pan until it pulls away cleanly from the bottom.
- Turn the dough out onto a clean, smooth surface and knead it well while it is still warm.
- Roll out the dough using a rolling pin until it reaches a thin, uniform thickness.
- Use the rim of a glass or a circular cutter to cut out rounds from the dough.
- Place a small portion of the diced ham and mozzarella in the center of half of the rounds.
- Cover with the remaining dough rounds, pressing the edges firmly to seal the filling inside.
- Dip each risole into the beaten eggs and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs, ensuring an even layer.
- Heat enough oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot and fry the risoles until they are golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the fried snacks with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Observations
The ham and cheese risole is a quintessential Brazilian snack, cherished for its golden, crispy exterior and its soft, comfort-food interior. As a staple at local snack bars and gatherings across Brazil, it’s highly prized for its delicious balance of flavors. This streamlined approach brings the authentic experience into your kitchen, providing a reliable method to achieve that perfectly uniform, savory result that makes these fried treats so addictive.
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