Brazilian recipe
Shrimp and Cream Cheese Pastry Filling (Recheio de pastel de camarão com catupiry)
A savory, creamy shrimp filling perfect for crispy pastries. This classic Brazilian recipe combines succulent shrimp with rich, spreadable cream cheese.
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Ingredients
Chopped parsley, for garnish
200g of requeijão cremoso, for creaminess
1 tablespoon of olive oil, for sautéing
Salt to taste, for seasoning
1 chopped onion, for flavor and aroma
400g of cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm and delicate
2 cloves of garlic, minced, for flavor enhancement
Black pepper to taste, for a touch of spice
200g of requeijão cremoso, for creaminess
1 tablespoon of olive oil, for sautéing
Salt to taste, for seasoning
1 chopped onion, for flavor and aroma
400g of cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm and delicate
2 cloves of garlic, minced, for flavor enhancement
Black pepper to taste, for a touch of spice
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh shrimp, onions, garlic, and herbs at local markets or supermarkets. Requeijão cremoso is a specific Brazilian spreadable cream cheese; if unavailable, a thick, high-quality full-fat cream cheese or a mix of cream cheese and heavy cream can be used as a substitute to approximate the texture.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion until translucent
- Add the garlic and sauté for another 1 minute
- Add the shrimp and cook quickly, stirring constantly
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste
- Turn off the heat and stir in the requeijão cremoso until you reach a homogeneous paste
- Finish by adding the chopped parsley and stir gently
- Let the filling cool down completely before using it to fill the pastries
Observations
This shrimp and cream cheese pastry filling is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, highly valued for its perfect balance of practicality and bold flavor. By combining cleaned shrimp with savory aromatics like onion and garlic, and finishing with a generous amount of creamy requeijão, you achieve a luscious texture that pairs perfectly with thin, crispy pastry dough. It is an excellent choice for snacks, appetizers, or quick meals, ensuring a gourmet result that remains a favorite in homes and street food stalls across Brazil.
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