Brazilian recipe
Homemade Empanada with Crispy Dough (Empanada)
Learn how to make a delicious and practical Brazilian-style empanada. Features a soft dough and a succulent palm heart filling perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
100g butter or margarine
½ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 jar chopped heart of palm
1 seedless tomato, chopped
1 egg yolk for brushing
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt dissolved in 1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup pitted Portuguese olives
½ tablespoon oregano
½ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 jar chopped heart of palm
1 seedless tomato, chopped
1 egg yolk for brushing
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt dissolved in 1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup pitted Portuguese olives
½ tablespoon oregano
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh produce and pantry staples at local supermarkets or general grocery stores. Hearts of palm and Portuguese olives can typically be found in the canned vegetable or international goods aisle.
Preparation method
- In a medium bowl, gradually mix the flour, butter, and salted water
- Work the mixture with your hands until you get a uniform dough that no longer sticks to your fingers
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until it is very smooth and homogeneous
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 10 minutes to make it easier to roll out
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion for 2 minutes over high heat
- Add the tomato, heart of palm, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, oregano, and olives
- Cook the filling for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring well, then turn off the heat
- Let the filling cool completely before assembling the empanadas
- Roll out portions of the dough with a rolling pin until they reach 2mm thickness
- Cut circles of dough using a cutter or the rim of a large glass
- Distribute the filling in the center, fold the dough, and seal the edges by pressing with your fingers
- Arrange on a baking sheet, brush with the egg yolk, and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25 minutes
Observations
The empanada is a classic that has won over Brazilian tables thanks to its versatility. This version features a dough that melts in your mouth and a palm heart filling that is simple to prepare. You can vary the flavor by using chicken, beef, or tuna. The secret is to let the filling cool down completely before sealing the dough to ensure crispiness and prevent it from opening in the oven.
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