Brazilian recipe
Heart of Palm Mini Pies (Empadinha de palmito)
A classic Brazilian savory snack featuring a delicate, flaky crust filled with a creamy heart of palm mixture.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 whole eggs
1 kg unsalted margarine, at room temperature
200 g wheat flour (to thicken the filling)
1 large onion, chopped
1.2 kg wheat flour
Salt to taste (optional, if using salted margarine)
1 liter boiling water
6 garlic cloves, finely minced
1.5 kg heart of palm, cut into small cubes
Salt and black pepper to taste (for the filling)
2 glasses (American-style) cold water
2 whole eggs
1 kg unsalted margarine, at room temperature
200 g wheat flour (to thicken the filling)
1 large onion, chopped
1.2 kg wheat flour
Salt to taste (optional, if using salted margarine)
1 liter boiling water
6 garlic cloves, finely minced
1.5 kg heart of palm, cut into small cubes
Salt and black pepper to taste (for the filling)
2 glasses (American-style) cold water
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh heart of palm, wheat flour, and produce at local markets or supermarkets. If fresh heart of palm is unavailable, canned heart of palm can be used as an effective substitute.
Preparation method
- For the dough: in a large bowl, mix the flour, margarine, eggs, and salt until you obtain a smooth and soft dough.
- Roll out the dough and line individual small pie tins, covering the bottom and sides.
- Set the lined tins aside.
- For the filling: in a pan, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and onion until slightly golden.
- Add the chopped heart of palm to the pan and sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the liter of boiling water, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and let it boil.
- In a separate container, dissolve the 200g of wheat flour in the 2 glasses of cold water, mixing well to ensure there are no lumps.
- Pour this mixture into the pan with the heart of palm, stirring constantly, until the filling thickens and reaches a creamy consistency.
- Cook for about 2 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Once the filling is ready and slightly cooled, fill the dough-lined tins.
- Cover the mini pies with a disc of dough, sealing the edges well to prevent leaking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden and crispy.
Observations
This recipe for heart of palm mini pies is a cornerstone of Brazilian cuisine, perfect for those seeking a tasty and practical savory treat for parties, snacks, or appetizers. The combination of a light, flaky dough with a creamy heart of palm filling makes it a popular and highly cherished choice. The preparation process is straightforward, and the delicious final result is sure to please every palate.
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