Brazilian recipe
Ground Beef and Olive Filling
A classic and versatile filling, ideal for pastéis, pies, or savory snacks, combining the juiciness of ground beef with the salty tang of olives.
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Ingredients
400g ground beef
100g chopped olives
1 chopped onion
Garlic to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
100g chopped olives
1 chopped onion
Garlic to taste
Oil for sautéing
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Available at any supermarket meat section, butcher shops, or online grocery stores.
Can be found in cans or jars in the canned goods aisle of most supermarkets. Look for pitted olives, which are easiest to chop.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Vegetable oil, canola oil, or olive oil are common choices, available in the cooking oil aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the seasoning aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the seasoning aisle of any supermarket. Whole peppercorns can be ground for a fresher flavor, or pre-ground pepper can be used.
Can be found in cans or jars in the canned goods aisle of most supermarkets. Look for pitted olives, which are easiest to chop.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Vegetable oil, canola oil, or olive oil are common choices, available in the cooking oil aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the seasoning aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the seasoning aisle of any supermarket. Whole peppercorns can be ground for a fresher flavor, or pre-ground pepper can be used.
Preparation method
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan
- Sauté the onion and garlic until lightly golden
- Add the ground beef to the pan
- Cook the beef, stirring occasionally, until all the liquid has evaporated
- Add the chopped olives to the sautéed mixture
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference
- Mix everything very well
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using as a filling
Observations
This filling is a kitchen staple in Brazilian cuisine. The key to a great result is to properly sauté the seasonings and ensure the meat is well-drained and seasoned before adding the olives.
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