Brazilian recipe
Classic Pastel de Carne com Ovo Filling
This savory ground meat and egg filling is a staple of Brazilian street markets, balancing convenience and hearty flavor for the perfect homemade pastel.
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Ingredients
400g ground beef
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
Garlic, minced to taste
Cooking oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
Garlic, minced to taste
Cooking oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these staples at any local 'palengke' (wet market) or standard supermarket. For ground beef, ask your neighborhood butcher or look for lean ground beef in the meat section. Onions and garlic are readily available at any 'talipapa' or grocery produce aisle. Fresh eggs are a pantry essential, widely sold by the dozen or per piece at local stores.
Preparation method
- Heat a splash of oil in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the onion and garlic until they are lightly golden
- Add the ground beef to the pan
- Cook the meat, stirring well until all the moisture has evaporated
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference
- Turn off the heat and fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs
- Let the filling cool down completely before using it to prevent the dough from getting soggy or tearing
Observations
The secret to a perfect filling that won't break your dough is to ensure it is nice and dry. Make sure to sauté the meat thoroughly and let the mixture cool down completely before filling your pastries.
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