Brazilian recipe
Creamy Bacon and Sweet Corn Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de bacon e milho)
Whip up an irresistible filling for your pastries by combining crispy bacon and sweet corn with smooth, velvety requeijão for a perfect flavor balance.
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Ingredients
200g diced bacon
1 can sweet corn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão
Black pepper to taste
1 can sweet corn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at any local grocery store or fresh produce market. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian processed cheese; if unavailable, a thick, mild cream cheese serves as a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Fry the diced bacon in a skillet until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the bacon from the pan, set it aside, and discard the excess grease.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion briefly until translucent.
- Add the drained sweet corn to the skillet with the onions and stir well.
- Fold the requeijão into the corn and onion mixture.
- Add the reserved crispy bacon back into the skillet.
- Stir all ingredients together until the filling reaches a thick and uniform consistency.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using it to stuff your pastéis.
Observations
This pastel filling brings together the smoky crunch of bacon, the natural sweetness of corn, and the signature richness of requeijão to create a flavor profile that stands out. It is a practical and savory choice for upgrading your snacks, offering a quintessential taste of Brazilian comfort food with an elevated touch.
The preparation is straightforward and efficient, perfect for those seeking a versatile recipe that pleases any palate. This mixture works beautifully in both deep-fried and oven-baked pastries, ensuring a delicious result every time you serve it.
The preparation is straightforward and efficient, perfect for those seeking a versatile recipe that pleases any palate. This mixture works beautifully in both deep-fried and oven-baked pastries, ensuring a delicious result every time you serve it.
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