Brazilian recipe
Creamy Heart of Palm Filling (Recheio cremoso de pastel de palmito)
Craft a savory and versatile filling for deep-fried hand pies with this creamy heart of palm mix, featuring ham, cheese, and hard-boiled eggs. Perfect for snacks.
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Ingredients
300g chopped heart of palm
150g chopped ham
200g grated mozzarella cheese
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
80g chopped olives
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
100g requeijão cremoso
150g chopped ham
200g grated mozzarella cheese
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
80g chopped olives
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
100g requeijão cremoso
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh hearts of palm, ham, and mozzarella in the deli or fresh produce sections of local supermarkets. For the requeijão cremoso, a distinctive Brazilian creamy cheese spread, check specialty import stores or international food aisles. If unavailable, cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though the texture and flavor profile will differ.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, combine the well-drained heart of palm with the chopped ham, grated mozzarella, and chopped hard-boiled eggs
- Add the chopped olives and tomato into the mixture
- Fold in the requeijão cremoso
- Gently stir all the ingredients together until you achieve a homogeneous and creamy consistency
- Use the filling once it has cooled to assemble your pastéis
Observations
This distinctive heart of palm filling is a delicious and practical choice for those looking to refresh their menu of snacks and savory pastries. The combination of heart of palm, ham, mozzarella cheese, and the creamy texture of requeijão creates a balanced and highly esteemed filling. It is ideal for assembling homemade pastéis, ensuring a result that is both tasty and easy to please any crowd.
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