Brazilian recipe
Brazilian Savoury Pie Pastry (Massa de empadão)
A classic, tender, and buttery shortcrust base perfect for creating proper, melt-in-the-mouth Brazilian savoury pies.
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Ingredients
3 egg yolks
2 tbsp vegetable shortening
3 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups plain flour
2 tbsp vegetable shortening
3 tbsp olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups plain flour
Where to find ingredients
Egg yolks: Use fresh, free-range eggs available at any local supermarket or farm shop. Vegetable shortening: Look for 'vegetable fat' in the baking aisle or large-format supermarket stores. Olive oil: Standard olive oil found in any grocery store is ideal. Plain flour: Use standard 'plain flour' from the baking section of any UK shop; avoid using self-raising flour to maintain the correct texture.
Preparation method
- Combine the egg yolks in a mixing bowl
- Add the vegetable shortening
- Stir in the olive oil and the salt
- Mix these ingredients together carefully
- Gradually incorporate the plain flour
- Knead the mixture by hand until it is uniform
- Continue working the dough delicately until it becomes smooth and stops sticking to your hands
Observations
This recipe creates a delicate, crumbly pastry that works wonderfully with a variety of savoury fillings. The secret to success is working the ingredients together just until you achieve a smooth, pliable dough that is easy to handle and roll out for your favourite bakes.
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