Brazilian recipe
Ground Beef and Egg Pastry Filling (Recheio de pastel de carne com ovo)
This classic ground beef and egg filling is a staple of Brazilian street markets, balancing texture and flavor for a perfect pastry.
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Ingredients
400g ground beef
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 onion, chopped
Minced garlic to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 onion, chopped
Minced garlic to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce and meat at local neighborhood markets or supermarkets. For the ground beef, butchers are a great choice; use standard lean ground beef. If specific ingredients are unavailable, minced shallots can be a substitute for onions.
Preparation method
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan
- Sauté the onion and garlic until lightly golden
- Add the ground beef to the pan
- Cook the meat, stirring well until all moisture has evaporated
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference
- Turn off the heat and fold the chopped hard-boiled eggs into the mixture
- Let the filling cool completely before using to prevent the pastry dough from becoming moist or tearing
Observations
A perfect pastry filling must be sufficiently dry so as not to tear the delicate pastry dough. The secret is to ensure the meat is well-browned and completely cooled before assembling your snacks.
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