Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Hearts of Palm Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de frango com palmito)
A quick and delicious filling for crispy pastéis, featuring shredded chicken and tender hearts of palm for a savory, comforting snack.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find chicken, onions, garlic, and olive oil in local supermarkets or fresh food markets. Hearts of palm and requeijão are typically found in the canned goods or international food aisles. If you cannot find requeijão, a high-quality cream cheese or thick sour cream can be used as a substitute, though it will slightly alter the traditional flavor profile.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped hearts of palm to the pan.
- Season with salt to taste and stir well.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the creamy requeijão and stir until you achieve a homogeneous and creamy consistency.
- Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using to fill the pastéis.
Observations
This chicken and hearts of palm filling is a flavorful and highly practical choice for anyone looking to whip up delicious homemade pastéis. The combination of succulent shredded chicken with the delicate texture of hearts of palm, all brought together by the creaminess of requeijão, creates a versatile filling that works perfectly for both fried or baked savory pastries.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that brings a familiar, comforting taste to the table and is a fantastic way to make the most of cooked, shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it ideal for a busy day or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty bite-sized treats.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that brings a familiar, comforting taste to the table and is a fantastic way to make the most of cooked, shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it ideal for a busy day or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty bite-sized treats.
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