Brazilian recipe
Creamy Bacon and Corn Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de bacon e milho)
Whip up an irresistible filling for pastéis featuring crispy bacon, sweet corn, and a velvety requeijão finish. Simple, savory, and incredibly tasty!
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Ingredients
200g bacon, diced
1 can sweet corn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão cremoso
Black pepper to taste
1 can sweet corn, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
150g requeijão cremoso
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find bacon and fresh produce at local supermarkets like Checkers or Spar. Requeijão is a specific Brazilian cream cheese product; if unavailable, a thick, full-fat cream cheese or a mix of heavy cream and processed cheese can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Fry the diced bacon in a pan until it turns golden and crispy.
- Remove the bacon from the pan, set it aside, and discard the excess rendered fat.
- In the same pan, sauté the chopped onion quickly until it becomes translucent.
- Add the drained sweet corn to the pan with the onion and stir well.
- Fold the requeijão cremoso into the corn and onion mixture.
- Add the reserved crispy bacon back into the pan.
- Stir all the ingredients together until you achieve a thick, uniform consistency.
- Allow the filling to cool down completely before using it to stuff your pastéis.
Observations
This pastel filling perfectly balances the smoky crunch of bacon with the subtle sweetness of corn and the luxurious texture of requeijão. It’s an incredibly practical and flavorful way to elevate your snacks, offering that distinct savory profile often enjoyed in authentic Brazilian street food.
The cooking process is straightforward and swift, making it a versatile choice for anyone looking for a crowd-pleasing snack. Whether you choose to deep-fry your pastéis or bake them in the oven, this filling provides a rich, consistent, and satisfying result every time.
The cooking process is straightforward and swift, making it a versatile choice for anyone looking for a crowd-pleasing snack. Whether you choose to deep-fry your pastéis or bake them in the oven, this filling provides a rich, consistent, and satisfying result every time.
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