Brazilian recipe
Buttery Brazilian Savory Pie Crust (Massa de Empadão)
A classic, tender, and buttery crust that's the secret to making the perfect Brazilian savory pie at home.
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Ingredients
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
Egg yolks: Found in the dairy aisle of any local supermarket. Vegetable shortening: Look for it in the baking ingredients section of your grocery store, often near lard or specialized baking fats. Extra virgin olive oil: Available in the oil and vinegar aisle; choose a good quality staple brand. Salt: Any standard fine sea salt or table salt from your pantry will work perfectly. All-purpose flour: Standard plain flour found in the baking aisle of any supermarket.
Preparation method
- Combine the egg yolks in a mixing bowl
- Add the vegetable shortening
- Pour in the olive oil and add the pinch of salt
- Mix the ingredients together gently
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour
- Knead with your hands until the mixture becomes uniform
- Continue kneading gently until the dough is smooth and pulls away cleanly from your hands
Observations
This recipe yields a wonderfully flaky and soft base that is the ideal vessel for your favorite savory fillings. The secret to success lies in mixing the ingredients just until you achieve a smooth, pliable dough that is easy to roll out and work with.
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