Brazilian recipe
Calabresa and Creamy Requeijão Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de calabresa com requeijão caseiro)
A flavorful and creamy filling for pastries, blending the bold taste of calabresa sausage with the smooth texture of requeijão. Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for snacks.
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Ingredients
300 g grated calabresa sausage
1 small onion
200 g creamy requeijão
1 small onion
200 g creamy requeijão
Where to find ingredients
Calabresa sausage and requeijão can be found in local supermarkets or specialty Latin grocery stores. As a substitute for requeijão, one may use a thick cream cheese, although requeijão remains the preferred ingredient for the original texture.
Preparation method
- Grate the calabresa and finely chop the small onion.
- In a pan, sauté the onion briefly.
- Add the grated calabresa and sauté for a few more minutes.
- Drain any excess fat that forms.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the creamy requeijão until the mixture is homogeneous.
- Let the filling cool completely before using it to stuff the pastries.
Observations
This calabresa and creamy requeijão filling is a tasty and practical option for anyone who loves savory pastries. The combination of the slightly spicy calabresa with the rich creaminess of requeijão creates a balanced filling that is widely enjoyed. It is perfect for parties, snacks, or for sale, as it appeals to many palates and makes the assembly of the pastel simple and fast.
Preparing this filling at home ensures freshness and high-quality ingredients. Follow these simple steps to have a delicious filling ready to use in your fried or baked pastries.
Preparing this filling at home ensures freshness and high-quality ingredients. Follow these simple steps to have a delicious filling ready to use in your fried or baked pastries.
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