Brazilian recipe
Easy Baked Savory Turnovers (Pastel assado)
A crispy, golden-crusted savory pastry with a tender, flavorful ground beef filling. These baked turnovers are the perfect handheld treat for gatherings.
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Ingredients
1 kg all-purpose flour
500 g vegetable shortening
1 tsp salt
290 ml chilled guaraná soda
1 kg ground beef
Salt and seasonings to taste for the beef
1 egg yolk for brushing
500 g vegetable shortening
1 tsp salt
290 ml chilled guaraná soda
1 kg ground beef
Salt and seasonings to taste for the beef
1 egg yolk for brushing
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour and vegetable shortening in the baking aisle of any local grocery store. For the ground beef, visit your butcher or the meat counter. If you cannot find guaraná soda, a light lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up) is a common substitute, though the flavor profile will differ from the original Brazilian ingredient.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, vegetable shortening, and salt.
- Gradually add the chilled guaraná soda, mixing until a smooth, cohesive dough forms; be careful not to overwork it.
- Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll them out into flat, circular discs for assembly.
- Prepare the filling by mixing the raw ground beef with salt and your preferred seasonings; do not precook the meat.
- Place a portion of the beef mixture onto one half of each dough disc and fold over to seal the edges, creating the turnovers.
- Arrange the assembled turnovers on a baking sheet.
- Lightly brush the tops of the turnovers with the beaten egg yolk.
- Place in a preheated oven at high heat (approximately 200°C / 400°F).
- Bake until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through; test by inserting a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean, they are ready.
Observations
The pastel assado is a classic staple of Brazilian snacking, offering a convenient and flavorful alternative to the traditional deep-fried version. By baking these in the oven, you achieve a delightfully crisp texture that remains light and satisfying, making them an excellent choice for casual get-togethers or a cozy afternoon snack.
This recipe relies on simple pantry ingredients and an straightforward preparation method. A unique twist in this dough involves the addition of guaraná soda, which helps create a wonderfully tender and flaky crumb, perfectly complementing the savory, seasoned ground beef filling.
This recipe relies on simple pantry ingredients and an straightforward preparation method. A unique twist in this dough involves the addition of guaraná soda, which helps create a wonderfully tender and flaky crumb, perfectly complementing the savory, seasoned ground beef filling.
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