Brazilian recipe
Creamy Calabresa and Requeijão Pastel Filling
A savory, creamy filling for homemade pastéis, blending the bold, smoky notes of calabresa sausage with the smooth richness of requeijão. Quick, easy, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for snacks.
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Ingredients
200g Requeijão cremoso
1 small onion
300g grated calabresa sausage
1 small onion
300g grated calabresa sausage
Where to find ingredients
Calabresa sausage is a cured, lightly smoked Brazilian pork sausage; look for it in the refrigerated meat section of Latin or international grocery stores, or ask for a similar dry, smoked-style sausage at your local deli. Requeijão cremoso is a unique, spreadable Brazilian cream cheese; you can find it in the international dairy aisle or at Brazilian specialty shops. If you cannot find authentic requeijão, a high-quality, full-fat cream cheese or a mix of cream cheese and heavy cream can act as a substitute, though the texture and salt content will differ from the original.
Preparation method
- Grate the calabresa sausage and finely dice the small onion
- Sauté the onion in a pan over medium heat until softened
- Add the grated calabresa to the pan and continue sautéing for a few more minutes
- Drain any excess fat that renders from the sausage
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the requeijão cremoso until the mixture is uniform and smooth
- Allow the filling to cool down completely before using it to stuff your pastéis
Observations
This creamy calabresa and requeijão pastel filling is the perfect go-to when you are craving something hearty and satisfying. The slight kick of the calabresa sausage balances beautifully with the velvety texture of the requeijão, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. It is a fantastic option for parties, casual snacks, or even if you are selling them, as it is simple to assemble and loved by all.
Making this filling at home ensures you get that authentic, fresh flavor in every bite. Follow these straightforward steps and you will have a delicious filling ready to go for your deep-fried or oven-baked pastéis.
Making this filling at home ensures you get that authentic, fresh flavor in every bite. Follow these straightforward steps and you will have a delicious filling ready to go for your deep-fried or oven-baked pastéis.
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