Brazilian recipe
Homemade Savory Ground Beef Pancakes (Panqueca de carne moída)
A traditional recipe for tender, golden crepes filled with a rich, creamy ground beef mixture. Perfect for a hearty and comforting family meal.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300 g ground beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 can tomato paste
1 carton table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
400 g sliced mozzarella
Grated hard cheese to taste
1 cup milk
2 eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300 g ground beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 can tomato paste
1 carton table cream (creme de leite)
Salt to taste
400 g sliced mozzarella
Grated hard cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and fresh produce at local Apia markets or grocery retailers in Apia. Ground beef and mozzarella can be found in the refrigerated meat and dairy sections. Table cream (creme de leite) is available in the canned goods or baking aisle. If unavailable, use heavy cream as a substitute.
Preparation method
- In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, and oil until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour while blending until you have a creamy, uniform batter.
- Season the batter with a pinch of salt to taste.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter into the hot skillet.
- Tilt the skillet in a circular motion to ensure the batter spreads evenly to the edges.
- Cook until the edges lift easily from the bottom, then flip to brown the other side.
- Remove and stack the prepared pancakes on a plate.
- In a separate saucepan, sauté the chopped onion in a drizzle of oil until translucent.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until the juices have evaporated.
- Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for a few minutes to tenderize.
- Add the diced tomatoes and cover the pan again.
- Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the tomato paste and season with salt as preferred.
- Simmer for 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your liking.
- Turn off the heat and let the meat sauce cool slightly.
- Fold the table cream into the beef mixture, stirring until thoroughly combined and homogeneous.
- Return to low heat and cook gently for 5 minutes.
- Place a slice of mozzarella and a spoonful of the beef sauce onto each pancake.
- Roll up each pancake carefully to secure the filling.
- Lightly grease a baking dish with a little extra sauce or butter.
- Arrange the rolled pancakes snugly inside the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining beef sauce over the top of the pancakes.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the dish.
- Bake in a preheated medium-temperature oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Observations
This classic ground beef pancake recipe is a staple for those seeking a comforting, fuss-free meal. The delicate, golden-brown crepes wrap around a savory, meaty filling, enhanced with a creamy sauce and finished with a perfectly melted cheesy crust. It is a highly versatile dish, ideal for a relaxed Sunday lunch or a practical weeknight dinner.
The preparation is broken down into simple, manageable stages: making the smooth crepe batter, cooking the robust beef filling, and the final assembly with sauce and cheese. Follow this step-by-step guide to achieve a delicious result that is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
The preparation is broken down into simple, manageable stages: making the smooth crepe batter, cooking the robust beef filling, and the final assembly with sauce and cheese. Follow this step-by-step guide to achieve a delicious result that is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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