Brazilian recipe
Simple homemade mayonnaise pie (Empadão)
Discover how to make a delicious and practical homemade savoury pie with a tender mayonnaise-based crust. A versatile filling for any occasion, perfect for beginners in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
1 kg of wheat flour
500 ml of mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (suggestions: shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (for brushing)
500 ml of mayonnaise
Filling of your choice (suggestions: shredded chicken, minced meat, or vegetables)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (for brushing)
Where to find ingredients
You can find wheat flour, eggs, and mayonnaise in any local supermarket or food market across Zambia. For fresh vegetables or meats for your filling, the local farmers' markets are excellent sources. If you prefer to make a traditional meat filling, minced beef or pre-cooked chicken breast are readily available at local butchers.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the wheat flour.
- Gradually incorporate the remaining flour, mixing with your hands until a homogeneous dough forms that does not stick to your fingers.
- The dough should have a slightly crumbly and soft texture.
- Line a baking tin with half of the prepared dough, ensuring the bottom and sides are well covered.
- Spread your chosen filling evenly over the dough base.
- Cover the filling with the remaining half of the dough, smoothing it out for an even layer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and the oil.
- Brush this mixture over the entire surface of the pie.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and the crust is fully cooked through.
Observations
The homemade mayonnaise savoury pie is a comforting dish and a staple in Brazil, cherished for its straightforwardness and irresistible flavour. This specific version stands out due to its unique dough prepared with mayonnaise, which provides a light, melt-in-the-mouth texture while remaining extremely easy to assemble.
Perfect for a quick lunch, a special dinner, or a hearty snack, this pie offers complete freedom when it comes to the filling, easily adapting to any preference such as shredded chicken, minced meat, vegetables, or a custom blend. Its convenience is one of its greatest assets, making it a reliable and excellent choice for everyday cooking.
Perfect for a quick lunch, a special dinner, or a hearty snack, this pie offers complete freedom when it comes to the filling, easily adapting to any preference such as shredded chicken, minced meat, vegetables, or a custom blend. Its convenience is one of its greatest assets, making it a reliable and excellent choice for everyday cooking.
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