Brazilian recipe
Baked Savory Pastry (PASTEL ASSADO)
A traditional Brazilian oven-baked pastry with a golden, flaky crust and a flavorful seasoned ground beef filling, perfect for snacks.
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Ingredients
1 kg all-purpose flour
500 g vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon salt
290 ml chilled guaraná soda
1 kg ground beef
Salt and seasonings to taste for the beef
1 egg yolk for brushing
500 g vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon salt
290 ml chilled guaraná soda
1 kg ground beef
Salt and seasonings to taste for the beef
1 egg yolk for brushing
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in general supermarkets or local grocery stores. If guaraná soda is unavailable, a light lemon-lime soda can serve as a substitute, though the authentic flavor profile requires the traditional Brazilian guaraná drink.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, vegetable shortening, and salt.
- Gradually add the chilled guaraná soda and mix until you obtain a homogeneous dough that binds together. Do not over-knead.
- Divide the dough into portions and roll each one out to assemble the pastries, forming circles.
- Prepare the filling by mixing the ground beef with salt and your preferred seasonings. Do not cook the meat beforehand.
- Place the filling on one half of each dough circle and fold over to close, forming the pastries.
- Arrange the pastries on a baking sheet.
- Brush the surface of each pastry with the egg yolk.
- Place in an oven preheated to high temperature (approximately 200°C).
- Bake until the pastries are golden and the dough is cooked through. To check for doneness, prick one with a toothpick; if it comes out clean and the dough is fully baked, they are ready.
Observations
The baked pastel is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, offering a practical and savory option for any occasion. Unlike the deep-fried version, this oven-baked variant results in a drier, lighter dough that remains incredibly flavorful, making it an ideal snack or appetizer for family gatherings and parties.
This recipe uses straightforward ingredients and an accessible preparation method, ensuring a delicious result that satisfies everyone. The dough includes guaraná soda, a unique touch that contributes to its signature lightness and tenderness, while the well-seasoned raw ground beef filling cooks perfectly inside, locking in all the juices.
This recipe uses straightforward ingredients and an accessible preparation method, ensuring a delicious result that satisfies everyone. The dough includes guaraná soda, a unique touch that contributes to its signature lightness and tenderness, while the well-seasoned raw ground beef filling cooks perfectly inside, locking in all the juices.
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