Brazilian recipe
Romeu e Julieta Filling for Homemade Pasties (Recheio romeu e julieta para pastel)
Make a creamy cheese and guava paste filling for pasties. This classic sweet-savoury combination is simple, quick, and perfect for homemade pasties.
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Ingredients
250 g mozzarella block
200 g guava paste block
200 g guava paste block
Where to find ingredients
Find the muzzarella and guava paste at the cheese counter and the baking aisle of a supermarket, or at a deli and specialist grocery. A good substitute for muzzarella is mild mozzarella if needed.
Preparation method
- Cut the mozzarella into small cubes
- Cut the guava paste into small cubes
- In a bowl, gently mix the cheese and guava paste cubes
- Use immediately as a filling for pasties
- Seal the edges of the pasties well so the filling does not leak during cooking
Observations
This filling is a tribute to the classic cheese-and-guava-paste sweet known as Romeu e Julieta. It’s a practical, flavourful option for anyone looking for a versatile filling, ideal for both fried and baked pasties. Its simplicity makes it a great choice for any occasion, lifting a simple snack into something a little more special.
The mix of flavours and textures is usually a hit with everyone. It comes together quickly, with just a few easy-to-find ingredients. The result is a soft filling with a well-balanced flavour, ideal for giving your homemade pasties a more refined touch.
The mix of flavours and textures is usually a hit with everyone. It comes together quickly, with just a few easy-to-find ingredients. The result is a soft filling with a well-balanced flavour, ideal for giving your homemade pasties a more refined touch.
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