Brazilian recipe
Creamy Palm Heart and Shrimp Filling (Recheio cremoso de palmito e camarão para pastel)
Creamy palm heart and shrimp filling for pastry: learn how to make a rich, flavorful, and easy filling, perfect for savory snacks and sandwiches.
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Ingredients
Chopped parsley, to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
100g fresh cream or carton cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g chopped palm heart, cut into small pieces
Black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, shells removed and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
100g fresh cream or carton cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g chopped palm heart, cut into small pieces
Black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, shells removed and deveined
Where to find ingredients
Look for palm hearts, shrimp, dairy, and fresh herbs at the supermarket produce section, the seafood counter, and the baking aisle. If needed, use fresh cream as a substitute for the cream listed in the recipe.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic in the butter until translucent.
- Add the shrimp and cook for a few minutes, until they change color and turn pink.
- Add the chopped palm heart and mix well.
- Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the ingredients in the pan and stir until incorporated.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until you have a smooth cream.
- Stir in the cream and keep mixing until very creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook over low heat, stirring all the time, until the filling thickens.
- Remove from the heat, add the chopped parsley, and mix well.
- Let the filling cool completely before using it to fill the pastries.
Observations
This classic filling brings together tender palm heart and juicy shrimp to make a flavorful cream with a velvety texture. Ideal for stuffing pastries, whether fried or baked, it delivers a refined taste and a creamy consistency that appeals to a wide range of palates. The preparation is quick and practical, giving you a filling that works perfectly for homemade savory snacks. The mix of ingredients creates a cream that balances the delicate flavor of palm heart with the freshness of shrimp, making it a delicious choice for different occasions.
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