Brazilian recipe
Homemade Crispy Street-Style Pastry Dough (Massa de pastel de feira)
Recreate the authentic crispy texture of traditional Brazilian street fair pastries at home with this simple, reliable recipe.
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Ingredients
500 g all-purpose wheat flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
200 ml warm water
1 tablespoon cachaça or vodka
2 pinches of salt
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
200 ml warm water
1 tablespoon cachaça or vodka
2 pinches of salt
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are available in local supermarkets and grocery stores. Cachaça is a unique Brazilian spirit; if unavailable, the vodka specified in the recipe serves as a direct functional substitute to aid in the dough's final crispiness.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs and mix with the oil, cachaça (or vodka), and salt.
- Add the wheat flour little by little, incorporating it into the liquid mixture.
- Begin kneading the dough with your hands.
- Gradually add the warm water while continuing to knead until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous, and malleable dough.
- Avoid adding too much water at once to prevent the dough from becoming too soft.
- The ideal texture is a firm yet elastic dough that does not stick excessively to your hands.
- If it feels too hard, add a splash of water.
- If it is too soft, add a little more flour.
- Knead the dough for about 10 to 15 minutes to develop the gluten and ensure elasticity.
- Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll each one out with a rolling pin on a lightly floured surface until they are very thin.
- Cut the dough into your desired shapes (circles or rectangles) and add your chosen filling.
- Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges tightly by pressing with your fingers or a fork.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
- The oil should be very hot, but not smoking.
- Deep-fry the pastries for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and crispy.
- Remove the pastries with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.
Observations
The street-style pastry dough is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, revered for its signature crunch and the nostalgic flavor reminiscent of bustling street market stalls.
Preparing this dough at home is more straightforward than it seems and yields an impressive result, perfect for those wanting to recreate the experience of eating a fresh, warm pastry at parties, family gatherings, or as a special snack. With accessible ingredients and an uncomplicated method, this recipe is suitable for cooks of all skill levels.
Preparing this dough at home is more straightforward than it seems and yields an impressive result, perfect for those wanting to recreate the experience of eating a fresh, warm pastry at parties, family gatherings, or as a special snack. With accessible ingredients and an uncomplicated method, this recipe is suitable for cooks of all skill levels.
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