Brazilian recipe
Heart of Palm Pie with Shortcrust Pastry
A delicious Brazilian savory pie with a crumbly crust and creamy heart of palm filling. Perfect for lunches, dinners, or snacks.
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Ingredients
300 g shortening or lard
500 g all-purpose flour
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 egg
Salt to taste
1 jar (approx. 300g) hearts of palm
1.5 cups milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 grated onion
Nutmeg to taste
Pepper to taste
500 g all-purpose flour
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 egg
Salt to taste
1 jar (approx. 300g) hearts of palm
1.5 cups milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 grated onion
Nutmeg to taste
Pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Hearts of palm are typically found canned or jarred in the international foods aisle of large supermarkets. You can also find them at Latin or specialty food stores. If fresh hearts of palm are available at a farmers' market or specialty produce store, they can be used, but canned/jarred are more common for this recipe. Shortening or lard are available in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Ensure you use a good quality shortening suitable for pastry.
Preparation method
- Prepare the pastry by mixing shortening (or lard), flour, lemon juice, egg, and salt until a coarse crumb mixture forms
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before using
- Prepare the filling: in a saucepan, make a white sauce with the milk and 3 tablespoons of flour, pre-dissolved in a little cold milk to prevent lumps
- Add the grated onion and 1/2 of the blended hearts of palm with 1/2 cup of milk
- Cook the white sauce over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly
- Season the sauce with salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste
- Add the remaining chopped hearts of palm to the sauce and mix well
- Line a pie dish with the pastry, pressing it directly with your hands to cover the bottom and sides
- Pour the heart of palm filling over the pastry
- Cover the pie with the remaining pastry, shaping as desired
- Bake in a preheated high-temperature oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling
Observations
This heart of palm pie with shortcrust pastry is a classic of Brazilian cuisine, ideal for those seeking a flavorful and comforting savory dish. The "shortcrust" pastry, known for its delicate, crumbly texture, contrasts wonderfully with the creamy, well-seasoned heart of palm filling. It's a versatile option, perfect to serve as a main course for a light lunch, as an appetizer for a special dinner, or even as a sophisticated snack.
The preparation of the shortcrust pastry requires attention to achieve the correct texture, but the final result is worth it. The filling is simple to make and enhances the mild flavor of the heart of palm. Serve hot and enjoy this homemade delicacy.
The preparation of the shortcrust pastry requires attention to achieve the correct texture, but the final result is worth it. The filling is simple to make and enhances the mild flavor of the heart of palm. Serve hot and enjoy this homemade delicacy.
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