Brazilian recipe
Classic Savory Pie Crust (Massa de Empadão)
A classic, soft, and buttery pastry dough perfect for creating delicious savory pies.
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Ingredients
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
These ingredients can be found in the baking or staples aisle of any standard grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Combine the egg yolks
- the vegetable shortening
- the olive oil and the salt in a bowl
- Mix the ingredients carefully
- Add the all-purpose flour gradually
- Knead with your hands until the mixture is uniform
- Continue kneading gently until the dough is smooth and comes away completely from your hands
Observations
This recipe produces a crumbly and smooth base that is excellent for holding a variety of fillings. The key to success is mixing the ingredients well until you achieve a pliable, smooth consistency that is easy to handle.
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