Brazilian recipe
Classic Savory Pie Crust (Massa de Empadão)
A classic, soft, and buttery pastry dough that is perfect for creating delicious savory pies.
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Ingredients
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons creamy vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch of salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, egg yolks, salt, olive oil, and vegetable shortening in the baking aisle or pantry staples section of any local grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Combine the egg yolks
- the vegetable shortening
- the olive oil and the salt in a bowl
- Mix the ingredients carefully
- Add the all-purpose flour gradually
- Knead with your hands until the mixture becomes uniform
- Continue kneading gently until the dough is smooth and comes off your hands completely
Observations
This recipe produces a crumbly and smooth crust, excellent for holding various savory fillings. The key to success is mixing the ingredients well until you reach a malleable and smooth consistency, which makes it easy to handle.
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