Brazilian recipe
Calabresa and Cheese Pastel Filling (Recheio de pastel de calabresa com queijo)
Learn how to make a classic, flavourful filling with calabresa sausage and cheese for pastel, perfect for a quick snack that is always popular.
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Ingredients
300 g grated calabresa sausage
1 small onion, chopped
250 g grated mozzarella or cut into small cubes
oregano to taste
1 small onion, chopped
250 g grated mozzarella or cut into small cubes
oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
Look for calabresa sausage and mozzarella in the chilled meats and dairy sections of supermarkets, or at local butcher shops and grocery stores. If calabresa is unavailable, a substitute like smoked sausage can be used, but calabresa is the ideal choice.
Preparation method
- Place the grated calabresa sausage and chopped onion in a frying pan
- Sauté for a few moments until the onion softens and the sausage is lightly browned
- Drain off any excess fat that has collected in the pan
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the mozzarella
- Sprinkle the oregano over the mixture and mix everything well
- Let the filling cool completely before assembling the pastéis so the heat does not melt the cheese too soon
Observations
This filling brings together the smoky flavour of sausage and the creaminess of melted cheese. The key is to let the mixture cool so the cheese does not melt completely before frying, which helps keep the perfect texture when you bite into the pastel.
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