Brazilian recipe
Creamy Heart of Palm and Prawn Filling for Brazilian Pastry (Pastel)
Learn how to make a rich, creamy, and flavourful heart of palm and prawn filling, the perfect choice for your homemade Brazilian-style pastéis and snacks.
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Ingredients
Fresh coriander, finely chopped to taste
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
100g fresh cream or double cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, drained and finely diced
Black pepper, freshly cracked to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml full-fat milk
300g prawns, peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
100g fresh cream or double cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, drained and finely diced
Black pepper, freshly cracked to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml full-fat milk
300g prawns, peeled and deveined
Where to find ingredients
Find hearts of palm (often labeled as 'Palmito') in the imported goods section of premium supermarkets or gourmet food stores. Fresh prawns can be sourced from your local fishmonger or the fresh seafood section of large grocery retailers. Full-fat milk, butter, onions, garlic, and fresh coriander are staples easily available in any local vegetable market (sabzi mandi) or neighbourhood grocery store.
Preparation method
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until they turn soft and translucent
- Add the prawns and cook for a few minutes, stirring until they turn pink and opaque
- Toss in the diced heart of palm and mix well to combine the flavours
- Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients and stir continuously to cook it through and incorporate
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps, until you achieve a smooth, creamy base
- Fold in the cream and continue to simmer, stirring gently until the mixture becomes rich and velvety
- Season the filling with salt and freshly ground black pepper to suit your palate
- Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the filling thickens to the desired consistency
- Take the pan off the heat, stir in the fresh coriander, and mix thoroughly
- Allow the filling to cool down completely before using it to assemble your pastéis
Observations
This classic filling brings together tender heart of palm and juicy prawns in a velvety, flavour-packed cream. It is the ideal choice for filling pastéis, whether you prefer them deep-fried or baked, delivering a sophisticated taste and a melt-in-the-mouth texture that everyone will love. The preparation is quick and straightforward, ensuring a reliable filling for your homemade snacks. This beautiful combination balances the delicate, slightly nutty notes of heart of palm with the natural sweetness of fresh prawns, creating a delicious option for any occasion.
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