Brazilian recipe
Empadão Pie Crust
A classic, tender, and buttery crust, perfect for making 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
All-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil are commonly found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Vegetable shortening is also widely available in supermarkets, often in the baking or oil section. Egg yolks can be separated from eggs, found in the dairy or egg section of supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Combine the egg yolks
- vegetable shortening
- olive oil and salt in a bowl
- Carefully mix the ingredients
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour
- Knead with your hands until the mixture is uniform
- Continue to knead gently until the dough is smooth and completely releases from your hands
Observations
This recipe yields a flaky and smooth base, excellent for holding various fillings. The key to success is to mix the ingredients well until a pliable and smooth consistency is achieved, making it easy to handle.
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