Brazilian recipe
Creamy Heart of Palm and Shrimp Filling for Pastel (Recheio de pastel de palmito com camarão)
Learn how to make a velvety heart of palm and shrimp filling, a sophisticated and flavorful choice for fried or baked savory pastries.
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Ingredients
Chopped parsley to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
100g fresh or UHT heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g hearts of palm, chopped into small pieces
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, deveined and shell removed
2 garlic cloves, minced
100g fresh or UHT heavy cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
250g hearts of palm, chopped into small pieces
Black pepper to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
200ml whole milk
300g cleaned shrimp, deveined and shell removed
Where to find ingredients
Hearts of palm can be found in the preserved vegetable aisle at supermarkets. Shrimp is available at fresh seafood counters or in the frozen section. For substitutes, canned hearts of palm are standard, and heavy cream can be swapped for double cream if necessary.
Preparation method
- Sauté the onion and garlic in butter in a pan until translucent.
- Add the shrimp and cook for a few minutes until they change color and turn pink.
- Add the chopped hearts of palm and mix well.
- Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients in the pan and stir until incorporated.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, until a smooth cream is formed.
- Incorporate the heavy cream and continue stirring until it becomes very creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the filling thickens.
- Remove from heat, add the chopped parsley, and mix well.
- Let the filling cool completely before using it to fill the pastéis.
Observations
This classic filling combines tender hearts of palm with succulent shrimp to create a flavorful cream with a velvety texture. Perfect for filling pastéis, whether fried or baked, it offers a sophisticated taste and a creamy consistency that appeals to a wide range of palates. The preparation is quick and practical, ensuring a perfect filling for your homemade savory snacks. The combination of ingredients results in a cream that unites the delicate flavor of the hearts of palm with the freshness of the shrimp, creating a delicious option for any occasion.
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