Brazilian recipe
Shrimp pastry filling with catupiry (Recheio de pastel de camarão com catupiry)
Shrimp filling with creamy requeijão: a practical, flavour-packed option for stuffing pastries with a rich, smooth texture.
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Ingredients
sliced parsley, to finish and garnish
200 g creamy requeijão, for richness in the filling
1 tablespoon olive oil, for sautéing
salt, to taste, for seasoning
1 chopped onion, to add flavour and aroma
400 g cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm in texture and delicate in flavour
2 chopped garlic cloves, to bring out the flavour
black pepper, to taste, for a touch of seasoning
200 g creamy requeijão, for richness in the filling
1 tablespoon olive oil, for sautéing
salt, to taste, for seasoning
1 chopped onion, to add flavour and aroma
400 g cleaned shrimp, cooked or sautéed, firm in texture and delicate in flavour
2 chopped garlic cloves, to bring out the flavour
black pepper, to taste, for a touch of seasoning
Where to find ingredients
Look for the shrimp at the fish market or supermarket seafood counter, and pick up cream cheese, onion, garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in the produce and pantry aisles. If needed, plain cream cheese can be used as a substitute for requeijão cremoso.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and sauté the onion until translucent
- Add the garlic and sauté for another 1 minute
- Add the shrimp and cook quickly, stirring constantly
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste
- Turn off the heat and mix in the creamy requeijão until you have a smooth paste
- Finish by adding the chopped parsley and stir gently
- Let the filling cool before using it to stuff the pastries
Observations
This shrimp filling with creamy requeijão is a classic Brazilian recipe, perfect for anyone looking for convenience and flavour. With simple ingredients such as cleaned shrimp, requeijão, onion, garlic, and seasonings, it makes a creamy filling that is full of flavour and easy to prepare. Ideal for parties, snacks, or quick meals, it pairs well with crisp pastry and delivers an irresistible result.
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