Brazilian recipe
Savory Ground Beef and Olive Filling
A classic and versatile filling, ideal for empanadas, pies, or savory snacks, combining the succulence of ground beef with the salty tang of olives.
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Ingredients
400g ground beef
100g chopped olives
1 chopped onion
Garlic cloves to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
100g chopped olives
1 chopped onion
Garlic cloves to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ground beef, onions, garlic, olives, oil, salt, and pepper can be found at most grocery stores and supermarkets. Olives may be available pitted or whole; choose pitted for convenience or pit them yourself if preferred.
Method
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan
- Sauté the onion and garlic until lightly golden
- Add the ground beef to the pan
- Cook the meat, stirring occasionally, until all the liquid has evaporated
- Add the chopped olives to the sautéed mixture
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference
- Mix everything very well
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using as a filling
Notes
This filling is a staple in Brazilian cuisine. The key to a great result is to sauté the aromatics well and ensure the meat is thoroughly cooked and seasoned before adding the olives. The goal is to have a dry filling that won't make your pastry soggy.
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