Brazilian recipe
Mayonnaise Crust Savoury Pie (Empadão)
Master this simple, comforting savoury pie featuring a melt-in-the-mouth pastry made with mayonnaise. A versatile and reliable go-to for any weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
1 kg plain flour
500 ml mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (e.g., shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for brushing)
500 ml mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (e.g., shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for brushing)
Where to find ingredients
You can find plain flour, eggs, and vegetable oil in any local supermarket or convenience store. For the filling ingredients, check the butchery or fresh produce aisles. Mayonnaise is widely available, though ensure you use a full-fat version for the best pastry texture.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and the plain flour.
- Gradually incorporate the rest of the flour, kneading by hand until the dough is smooth and no longer sticks to your skin.
- The final consistency of the dough should be slightly crumbly yet hold together.
- Line a baking tin with half of the dough, ensuring the base and sides are covered evenly.
- Spread your chosen filling generously over the dough base.
- Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the filling, sealing the edges well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and the vegetable oil.
- Brush the top of the pie evenly with the egg wash mixture.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and the pastry is fully cooked.
Observations
The Brazilian Empadão is a quintessential comfort food, beloved for its heartiness and ease of preparation. This particular method swaps traditional shortening for mayonnaise in the pastry, which produces a remarkably tender, crumbly texture that practically dissolves on the palate.
Perfect for a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, or a substantial snack, this pie offers complete creative freedom with the filling. You can easily adapt it to your taste, whether using shredded chicken, minced meat, or a medley of garden vegetables. Its straightforward technique makes it an incredibly practical addition to any home cook's repertoire.
Perfect for a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, or a substantial snack, this pie offers complete creative freedom with the filling. You can easily adapt it to your taste, whether using shredded chicken, minced meat, or a medley of garden vegetables. Its straightforward technique makes it an incredibly practical addition to any home cook's repertoire.
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