Brazilian recipe
Creamy Heart of Palm and Shrimp Filling for Pastel (Recheio cremoso de palmito e camarão para pastel)
Discover how to make this irresistible, velvety heart of palm and shrimp filling, perfect for creating professional-quality homemade pastéis.
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Ingredients
Fresh parsley, finely chopped, to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
100g heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, finely diced
Black pepper, to taste
Sea salt, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
200ml whole milk
300g fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced
100g heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g heart of palm, finely diced
Black pepper, to taste
Sea salt, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
200ml whole milk
300g fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
Where to find ingredients
You can find heart of palm (palmito) in the international or Latin specialty aisles of major supermarkets. Fresh shrimp and dairy staples are readily available in the seafood and refrigerated sections of any local NZ supermarket.
Preparation method
- Sauté the onion and garlic in butter over medium heat until they become translucent.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for a few minutes until they change color and turn pink.
- Stir in the diced heart of palm and mix well to combine.
- Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients and stir constantly until fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, until a smooth cream forms.
- Fold in the heavy cream and continue to stir until the mixture achieves a rich, creamy consistency.
- Season with sea salt and black pepper to your preference.
- Simmer on low heat, stirring constantly, until the filling has thickened sufficiently.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before using it to assemble your pastéis.
Observations
This classic filling marries tender heart of palm with succulent prawns to create a savory, velvety-textured cream. It is perfectly suited for filling pastéis, whether you prefer them deep-fried or oven-baked, offering a sophisticated flavor profile that appeals to a wide variety of tastes. The preparation is straightforward and efficient, ensuring a flawless result for your savory pastries. This blend of ingredients produces a delightful cream that bridges the delicate notes of heart of palm with the fresh, saline character of the shrimp, making it an excellent option for any occasion.
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